Scientific research is questioning an ancient belief that massage lias preventive, health maintenance, growth, and developmental benefits for infants and children. The belief is that by using massage, the quality of life and interaction between parent/ caregiver and infant/child is enhanced. Current studies are attempting to prove that benefits are experienced by the caregiver administering the massage as well as by those receiving the massage. If the outcomes prove to be clinically positive, their application to the special needs population may be of significant importance