Hillsborough Massage Therapy LLC

Therapeutic and Sports Massage

Benefits of Massage

Relieves Stress and Aids in Relaxation, Fostering Peace of Mind.
Relieves Muscle Tension and Stiffness.
Promotes faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments.
Reduces Muscle Spasms.
Provides Greater Flexibility and Range of Motion.
Enhances Athletic Performance.
Helps to Reduce Blood Pressure.
Improves Posture.
Strengthens the Immune System.
Reduces Anxiety Levels.
Enhances Calm and Creative Thinking.

Links and Articles We Recommend

"5 Surprising Benefits of Massage" - Scientific research shows that massage reduces pain, boosts immunity and reduces blood pressure. A short article.
"Massaging Muscles Aids Exercise Recovery" - Recent evidence that reinforces what we have already known, but it is good to see proof. Link.
"Tune Up Your Body With Sports Massage Therapy" - Read how and when bodywork helps all athletes.
"Weight Loss Benefits of Massage" - Massage has many benefits, but can it help with weight loss? See the article HERE.
"Deep Release" - How myofascial techniques may be the answer to your problems. Read it now.
"Runner's Stretches" - You don't need to be an athlete - these are great for all of us. Check out "Runner's Stretches."
"Stretches We Use" - These are good stretches that we use. We like the little pictures and descriptions!
"Basic Yoga Poses" - More good stretches and an explanation of some basic yoga poses.

"Can Massage Help Back Pain?" - Find out! A short article in a Johns-Hopkins "Health Alert" article. Read about it.

"2009 Massage Therapy Consumer Fact Sheet" - From the American Massage Therapy Association. READ.
"In Knead of Recovery" - How sport-specific massage can help your muscles recover faster, increase your flexibility and decrease injuries. Active.com (June 2006)

"The Lowdowns on Rubdowns" - Sports massage may be one of the most important parts of your training program. Here's why. Runner's World Online (Orig June 2004)

"A Rub Down Rub Down" - The role of massage in your training plan. Running Times Online (Orig March 2004)

"Triathlon Training: Benefits of Massage" - An article on why massage works and exactly when to get your massage. Triathlete and Inside Triathlon Online (May, 2009)

"Sports Massage" - What it is, how it helps. Rather long, but chock full of great information. Holistic Online (undated)

People & Organizations
Lori Arrechea, Certified Yoga Instructor. Lori has classes in her home and will come to you for one-on-one or a group class. Organized classes beginner through advanced. Prenatal classes also. Call 908-938-0925.

Websites:
CranioSacral Therapy - A website devoted to describing and explaining CranioSacral Therapy.

Doulas of North America - The website that describes the benefits of childbirth coaches.

Reiki Information Website - Lots of information on Reiki, history of it, benefits and other information.
Touch Research Institute - Contains latest research findings on the benefits of massage and touch.

Other Useful Links:

Central Jersey Bike Club

Central Jersey Road Runners Club

Freehold Area Running Club

Jersey Shore Road Runners Club

Metro Race Forum

Raritan Valley Road Runners Club

Resolution Run 5K

Run With Aimee 5K and 1 Mile Ramble (through 2006)

Run With Rotary 5K and 1 Mile Ramble (2007 and beyond)
Team Echelon
Western Jersey Wheelmen