# Massage therapy in the workplace: reducing employee strain and blood pressure

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# Massage therapy in the workplace: reducing employee strain and blood pressure

## Abstract

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Aim:
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Assess the effects of workplace-based massage therapy on physiological and psychological outcomes.

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Methods:
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We used afield experiment in which 28 participants were randomly assigned into either an experimental (n = 14) or control (n = 14) group. The experimental group received weekly massage treatments at work for a four week period while the control group did not.

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Results:
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Both strain and blood pressure were significantly reduced during treatment for the experimental group but not for the control group.

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Conclusions:
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This study provides initial support for the effectiveness of workplace-based massage therapy as part of a comprehensive workplace health strategy.

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