Benefits of Massage:

• At "A Break Tima" we work hard to be a leader in greater Phoenix in cutting edge technique and on-going training in Massage. Massage therapy allows the body to deepen into a para-sympathetic state leaving the client refreshed, cleansed and energized.
  
  
• Massage therapy allows the heart rate to slow down, digestion process to increase and energy level to restore.
     
• Massage therapy allows the body to release a natural pain reducing chemical eliminating pain in areas of overuse.
   
• Research studies showed that subjects receiving massages showed decreased EEG alpha and beta waves and increased delta activity consistent with enhanced alertness. Subjects that received massage before being given a series of math questions completed the questions faster and had 50% fewer mistakes due to an increase of oxygen-rich blood to the body and the brain.
  
  
• Research studies also have proven that massage increases immune function. Clients receiving massage therapy on a regular basis showed an increase in the amount of white blood cells in their bodies indicating a stronger immunity system. A strong immune system is a fundamental part of maintaining quality of life. The immune system is our body¹s natural defense against viral and bacterial invaders. A massage program is a nontoxic, noninvasive way to boost that system. It significantly reduces anxiety, stress, and cortisol levels allowing the immune system to perform at a higher capacity.
  
  
• Massage therapy can be highly effective in treating certain pathologies by applying a variety of specific massage techniques and routines. Chronic pain, Fibromyalgia, Whip lash, headaches, TMJD and Bells Palsy are among the conditions successfully treated with clinical massage.
  
  
• Massage therapy also invigorates muscules by loosening tense muscles and by stimulating circulation.