benefits of massage



Massage is tailored to meet the client’s individual needs, this allows to treat:
  • Mind
  • Body
  • Spirit
The physiological effects of massage:
  • Improves circulation
  • Improves lymphatic drainage
  • Improves skin tone
  • Improves skin colour
  • Improves oxygen flow in the circulation
  • Encourages deeper breathing
  • Stretch ligaments and tendons
  • Reduced muscle fatigue and soreness
  • Improves posture
  • Maintains/increases mobility of bones,
    as well as increasing circulation and nourishment of bones
  • Improves digestion, constipation and flatulence
  • Boosts the immune system
  • Helps to break down fatty tissue and cellulite
  • Helps to remove of metabolic waste:
    lactic acid and uric
  • Increase uptake of vitamins and minerals
The psychological effects of massage:
  • Relaxes the mind (general relaxation)
  • Reduces anxiety
  • Boost to self confidence
  • Increases positive feelings (massage makes you feel good improve sleep pattern)
  • Feels energised
  • Tender loving care factor of being touched


Massage release endorphins, which gives a feeling of emotional relaxation and calmness. People who receive massage on a regular basis are much happier people.
VTCT ITEC

Welcome to Aura Massage Therapy which offer a professional treatments in Edinburgh in the privacy and comfort of your own surroundings. Therapy treatments has been specially designed for you to restore balance and harmony within your body, mind and soul. The therapist is fully qualified and has gained a Diploma in Swedish Massage (VTCT) and a Diploma in Stone Therapy Massage (ITEC).