US EditionAppalachian Massage Cuts Ribbon for Beaver Location
- In 2024, the American Massage Therapy Association spotlighted a systematic review and clinical studies showing massage therapy reduces anxiety and depression symptoms.
- This focus followed rising mental health challenges and built on 34 high-quality studies analyzing manual therapies, especially massage, as complementary mental health treatments.
- Among studies, 83% of 18 massage-focused ones showed significant anxiety reduction, and trials found traditional Thai and aromatherapy massages improved depression and anxiety in diverse groups.
- Cindy E. Farrar, AMTA National President, emphasized that massage therapy contributes significantly to mental health by alleviating anxiety and enhancing overall emotional wellness, and she called for greater recognition of its advantages within the healthcare community.
- These findings reaffirm massage therapy as an evidence-based addition to integrative strategies that may improve mental health outcomes across populations.
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Appalachian Massage cuts ribbon for Beaver location
BEAVER, WV (WVNS) - While "massage" may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of healthcare, many fail to consider the medical applications of the craft. These include treatment for anxiety, PTSD, and many other issues according to Appalachian Massage owner/operator, Janis Rigney. Rigney said that the inspiration to open the business comes not only from the desire to serve the residents of Raleigh County, but also from a major…
Massage Therapy Shown to Support Mental Health: New Research Highlights
EVANSTON, Ill., May 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) is spotlighting new research that underscores the benefits of massage therapy for anxiety and depression. Recently published findings from a…
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