Benefits of Massage
The benefits of massage are varied and far-reaching – and
available to all who seek massage, regardless of age
or stress level.
Massage therapy addresses a variety of health conditions,
the most prevalent being stress-related tension, followed
by body aches and pain, strains and sprains, sleep disorders,
high blood pressure, low back pain, and diabetes, to
name a few.
Other physiological benefits of massage include:
- Increases circulation – speeding and supporting
the body’s ability to heal itself, promoting
healthy tissue function
- Increases relaxation
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Stimulates
the lymph system and improves immune function
- Reduces chronic pain, tension and tension headaches
- Relieves pain for migraine sufferers which can decrease
the need for medication
- Releases endorphins – the body’s natural
painkiller
- Increases joint mobility, flexibility and Range of
Motion
- Speeds muscle recovery – by increasing the
body’s ability to eliminate waste from muscle
tissue
- Increases muscle function while decreasing the chance
of injury
- Decreases muscle fatigue and soreness
- Reduces spasms and cramping
- Decreases pain in injured and overused (or underused)
muscles
- Reduces post-surgery adhesions and edema (inflammation) – reducing
and realigning scar tissue
- Improves body awareness
- Improves posture, creating better movement without
pain
- Increases energy and mental awareness
If you are concerned as to whether massage is right
for you, consult your primary care physician before receiving
a massage. Always tell your massage therapist if
you have a condition that they should know about.
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