Getting a massage regularly can improve quality of life, increase energy levels, relieve pain, and can reduce the levels of stress that tend to come with ageing. Massage Therapy for older adults combines gentle and light massage techniques with passive stretching and a light oil or lotion without causing excessive friction to the skin. The many benefits of massage include: enhancing blood circulation, easing depression, improving balance and flexibility, reducing the pain of arthritis, increasing joint mobility, improving posture, restoring range of motion, and encouraging overall health and well-being. It also has been shown to relieve anxiety and provide comfort.