Massage Therapy Spa
Massage as a Relaxing Spa Treatment

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Enjoy the many benefits of massage at a massage therapy spa. Getting your massage at a day spa can help increase relaxation. When people go to a spa they feel like they're being taken care of. This feeling is important for physical and mental healing. Spas offer a variety of spa treatments and have a luxurious feel that many people enjoy. This environment can help increase the effects of massage.

Spas aren't just for facials and relaxation massages. Many offer therapeutic services, such as sports massage, deep tissue massage and CranioSacral therapy. Many spas offer types of massage therapy that you may not be easily found at conventional massage clinics. These spas have specially built facilities that allow them more freedom in the types of massage they offer. An example of this is watsu. Watsu is a type of shiatsu done in a warm pool of water. Most massage clinics don't have the facilities to provide this type of therapy, but many spas do.

Along with a variety of types of massage therapy you can experience other treatments at spas. Facials, body wraps, scrubs, pedicures, and steam baths are available along with massages. This gives you a completely relaxing experience all in one convenient location.

Whether you go for a day trip or a week long get-away, spas can provide you with services that will increase your ability to heal. The effects of going to a spa can be felt even after you return home.

A study of Japanese workers showed that the frequency of spa visits correlated with better mental and physical health. A study of German workers showed similar results. Workers who went to spas regularly called out sick from work less and spent less time in the hospital. People who have spa treatments also sleep better.

If that's not enough to make you want to go to a spa, I don't know what is. You can locate a spa near you at this spa directory.

Home Spa Day Ideas--Can't afford to go to a massage therapy spa? You can have your own spa day at home. An at-home spa can give you the same relaxation benefits for less money. You can buy home spa kits from companies or make treatments from things you already have at home. Have a home spa day alone or with a friend or family member.