Research has shown massage, heat and whirlpool to have the following effects:

• Increased blood circulation for better homeostasis
• Decreased muscle tension for better movement
• Increased oxygen absorption in the blood stream for better energy
• Decreased inflammation and muscular toxins for better injury recovery
• Increased release of endorphins for better feeling of well-being
• Decreased blood pressure for better circulatory health and stress relief
• Decreased muscle guarding for better effectiveness of treatments
• Increased muscular range of motion for better flexibility