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Are you worn out? Do you have aching muscles. Does someone you love complain about the same sort of pains. Have you thought of massage? Maybe you are afraid to try it out? Well, many spas and massage clinics offer couples massages. This could be the thing for you.

Couples massage is great! It is the latest in relaxation and healing. It is not only geared toward married couples, but it's great for sisters, mother and daughter couples, even best friends! The massage is done simultaneously on each guest in a suite, with enough equipment to do both. The art of massage involves rubbing the superficial layers of muscle and connective tissue. When done properly, is has been known to enhance function and promote relaxation and well-being. Think this is something new? No, in fact it dates way back in many cultures. It has been documented by the ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians. They all used some form of massage for a wide variety of illnesses, aches and pains. Hippocrates even wrote papers recommending the use of rubbing and friction for joint and circulatory problems. If you are interested in finding how this art of massage is practiced, get started with your research! There are many different methods, over 250 to be precise.

Massage is the manipulation of superficial layers of muscle and connective tissue. Massage became popular in the US in the 1800's and grew in popularity until the 1930's and 40's. With the development of modern medicine, it was discounted as old fashioned. It made a re-appearance in the 1960's and 1970's when nurses began to use it to alleviate back pain, as well as other ailments in patients. In the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta it was deemed a core medical service. If it can be used in the Olympics, don't you want it for yourself and a loved one?

Men can especially benefit from couples massage. If a man is a bit unsure about getting a massage, it may be comforting to have his wife there with him. So, how do you find the appropriate massage therapist? Well, as with everything, there are qualifications, and there are genuine qualifications. You can ask your doctor to refer you to one he/she works with. Sometimes this is even covered by insurance. There are so many types of massage, and it is done in a variety of ways with a variety of remedies. Some massage therapists use oil, or even such thing as body rocks! Different oils can be used to stimulate blood flow and relaxation. A body rock can be either cold or warm and coated in different sorts of oils such as fractionated coconut oil, grape seed oil, olive oil, macadamia oil, sesame oil, pecan oil and mustard and aromatherapy oils. Wow, what a combination, sounds like it could be a great trail mix or salad dressing, doesn't it?

Do you think this may be for you? Are you a husband who would like the experience with your wife? Maybe you women would like special bonding time with your mother, sister, best friend. Does someone have an event coming up? What a great gift this would be. Couples massage can will be a great time for both of you.