Massage helps strengthen connection of the body
Massage is a way to strengthen the connection of the body. When you work out, stretch, twist and turn the wrong way - minor to major rips to the muscles impacted. When the muscles get repaired the fibers aren't always oriented correctly. This is where knots and "strong points" are located.
These points restrict blood flow, contraction, and range of motion of that muscle group. Which could lead to weakness or overloading (too much stress) in synergist muscles which assist the prime mover muscle with the "strong point". Muscle imbalances can lead to unexpected injury and pain if left untreated.
If you are trying to regain better range of motion, strength, and ease the pain; you've come to the right place. Afterall the body is one and we are all connected the similarly.