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stimulating blood circulation and reducing blood pressure
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improving range of motion
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decreasing experience of pain
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addressing both the physical and psychological aspects of pain
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reducing stress
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promoting a feeling of calm and peace
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reducing nausea, headache, anxiety, fatigue and depression
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reducing hyperactivity
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development of sensory awareness
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changing viscosity of phlegm in lungs
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skin surface massage and deep tissue massage
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deep massage of intestines (often resulting in correction of constipation)
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reducing stress-hormone levels (Cortisol, Beta-endorphin and ACTH)
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Anti-spasmodic - relaxation of muscles