Massage therapy is a system of stroking, pressing and kneading different areas of the body to relieve pain, and relax, stimulate and tone the body. Massage creates a pleasant sensation on the skin, improves the tone of the soft tissues (the muscles, tendons, and ligaments), and also stimulates blood circulation and assists the lymphatic system, improving the elimination of waste throughout the body. Many people participating in Odyssey Journey find that massage therapy is an important part of their program.