SKELETAL SYSTEM-BONES& THEIR ARTICULATIONS
	(Including Cartilage and Ligaments). *Encourages retention of minerals and Synovial fluid production.-Provides lubrication. *Increases range of motion at joints.

MUSCULAR SYSTEM-MUSCLES & ASSOCIATED CONNECTIVE TISSUE
	(Fascia and Tendons). *Relaxes muscle spasms and relieves tension. *Improves muscle tone. *Reduces accumulation of lactic acid. *Prevents and relieves soreness and stiffness in muscles.

CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM-HEART & BLOOD VESSELS.
	*Improves circulation. *Reduces edema in some cases. *Supports temporary reduction of blood pressure.

LYMPHATIC SYSTEM-LYMPH NODES, LYMPH VESSELS & ASSOCIATED ORGANS.
	*Stimulates lymph circulation. *Relieves lymphatic congestion. *Reduces lymph edema.

NERVOUS SYSTEM-BRAIN, SPINAL CORD, NERVES.
	*Sedates, stimulates, exhausts- depends on type or length of treatment. *Increases endorphin & serotonin production (decreases pain & depression). *Reflexively affects internal organs.

INTEGUMENTARY SYSTEM-SKIN.
	*Increases blood circulation to the skin. *Raises local temperature 2-3 degrees. *Reduces scar tissue formation.

URINARY SYSTEM-KIDNEY & BLADDER.
	*Stimulates urine flow. *Increases urine output.

RESPIRATORY SYSTEM- LUNGS & AIR PASSAGES.
	*Loosens and stimulates movement of mucus. *Relaxation effect increases breathing volume & decreases breathing speed. *Improves respiratory function.

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM.
	*Improves absorption of nutrients. *Increases peristalsis. *Enhances elimination (including treatment of constipation).

ENDOCRINE SYSTEM- GLANDS WHICH SECRETE HORMONES.
	*Encourages and balances hormone activity. *Supports positive changes in immune function.

REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM- OVARIES, UTERUS, TESTES & PROSTATE.
	*Relieves PMS & menstrual symptoms. *Relieves anxiety associated with menopause.

BODY/ MIND AWARENESS- IMPORTANT BENEFITS OF MASSAGE NOT ASSOCIATED WITH A PARTICULAR ORGAN SYSTEM.
	*Improves growth and development. *Improves self image, self esteem. *Empowers self to make change. *Brings unconscious to conscious. *Helps to access memories and overcome trauma. *Accesses intuition. *Improves rest and sleep. *Increases attention and concentration enhancing the ability to learn.

OTHER INDICATIONS

*Prevention and rehabilitation or sports injuries (strains and sprains). *Relieve tense muscles. *Prevention of decubitus ulcers (bed sores). *Headaches due to tension and some other causes. *Insomnia. *Mental and physical fatigue. *Nervousness. *Relief of pain due to trigger points. *Stress management. *To improve poor circulation. *Low/ high blood pressure. *Poor muscle tone. *Anemia. *Strengthen the immune system. *Relief of torticollis (wry neck). *Increase range or motion. *Certain paralysis (facial and rehabilitation). *Arthritic conditions (non-inflammatory). *Constipation.