Massage is a win-win situation. Not only does it feel good, it's good for you—both physically and mentally. There are more than 80 types of massage, and in each case therapists press, rub, and manipulate muscles and soft tissue, varying the pressure and movement.

• Swedish massage features long strokes, kneading muscles, moving joints
• Deep tissue massage uses patterns of strokes and deep finger pressure where muscles are tight, focusing on layers of deep muscles
• Trigger point massage or pressure point massage applies deeper, more focused pressure on "knots" that can form in the muscles
• Shiatsu massage uses varying, rhythmic pressure on body parts

The good news is that chair massages are now available at UI Hospitals and Clinics through a partnership arrangement with the East-West School of Integrative Healing Arts. "We are delighted to offer this new amenity for our patients, visitors, faculty, and staff, augmenting and complimenting the support services offered throughout UI Hospitals and Clinics," says Amy O'Deen, hospital senior assistant director.

The Massage Oasis (Pomerantz Family Pavilion, Level 2), offers chair massages by licensed massage therapists Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at $1 per minute, for a minimum of 10 minutes. No appointments are necessary.