Promoting the Body’s General Well-Being through Massage for Effective Participation in Gainful Economic Activities

Abstract

This expose argues for the need for adopting massage therapy through rubbing, stroking or kneading of muscles, joints or part of the body with hands or mechanical aids. Being a technique to promote blood flow, relieve tension or pain and prevent adhesions, it is the scientific manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for the purpose of normalizing the tissues. The therapy consists of manual and mechanical techniques which include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding and causing movement to the body. Given the report of many civil servants and cross-section of the working population suffering symptoms of good blood flow, pain and tension, the paper drew the conclusion that massage need be adopted to promote relaxation and well-being as body massage is likely to be the best solution to ones beauty, healthy life and wellness.