Skillfully applied massage is an effective means of influencing the structures and functions of the body. The specific effects of any massage will vary according to the intent with which it is given, the selection of techniques used, and the condition of the client. Depending on the type and manner of manipulation, a sense of mild relaxation, stimulation, or refreshment may follow massage. Under no circumstances should massage be applied so vigorously that it causes the client to feel exhausted or results in bruised or injured tissues.
There are two physical effects of massage, mechanical and reflex, which may occur separately or together. Mechanical effects are direct physical effects of the massage techniques on the tissues they contact. Reflex effects of massage are indirect responses to touch that affect body functions and tissues through the nervous or energy systems of the body.
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