Massage is one of the oldest,simplest forms of therapy and is a system of stroking, pressing, and kneading different areas of the body to relieve pain, relax, stimulate, and tone the body.
Benefits of massage include relaxation, healing, eases tension, stiffness, and pain. Also improves breathing, circulation and overall well being.
Effects of massage are cumulative and a course of massage treatments will bring the most benefits. Regular massage can have the effect of strengthening and toning the entire body mechanism, and in return prevent unnecessary strains and injuries that might otherwise occur due to excess tension and any resulting structural weaknesses.
Massage can stimulate or calm the nervous system depending upon what is required by the individual and thus help reduce fatigue, leaving the patient with an energized feeling. At it's best, massage has the potential to revive the individual physically, mentally, and spiritually.

Check the following link for insightful information and awareness of the benefits of massage and it's health benefits.  

             http://www.massagetherapy.com