This therapy uses various techniques with benefits for the body and mind: stress and anxiety relief, reduction of muscle tension and pain, among others. Massage can be applied just for relaxation (relief of muscle tension and stress) or for different therapeutic purposes (rehabilitation and treatment of contractures, torticollis, other situations within the scope of the musculoskeletal system). Sports massage covers specific therapeutic techniques for the more active individual, uses massage techniques and mobilizations to act in the post-workout, muscle recovery and exercise maintenance.