Massage therapy can be very beneficial for stroke rehabilitation with prior approval from their healthcare provider. The main focus for stroke patients is to relieve anxiety, increase blood flow, and promote relaxation. My client suffered from a minor ischemic stroke in early 2013, she was on the phone having a conversation one minute, …show more content…
Improving circulation, lowering stress, and blood pressure are all imperative to the prevention of future stroke, especially in people who have already had a stroke as they are four times more likely. With the knowledge I gained from this special population I feel I can help more people be aware of the benefits of massage