Massage therapy is a system of treatment of the soft tissue of the body. It involves stroking, kneading or applying pressure to various parts of the body, with the aim of alleviating aches, pains and musculoskeletal problems (problems relating to the bone and muscle structure of the body, such as headache and back pain). Massage is used for pain relief, muscular or joint problems such as arthritis or sports injuries, to aid relaxation and for more general health improvement. Different types of massage include Aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, Thai, Swedish, Sports, Hot and Cold Stones and Indian Head Massage.