Massage therapy is more than relaxing me-time. Studies continue to
prove the physical and emotional benefits of even a single massage
therapy session.
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Relieves Stress Stress relief is key to achieving
a healthier lifestyle. Even a single massage session can significantly
lower heart rate, cortisol and insulin levels, all of which help reduce
daily stress.
Encourages Relaxation Relax. Reset. Repeat. Massage
has been shown to help the body enter a relaxing rest-and-recovery
mode: an effect that lingers long after the massage is over.
Improves Posture Unlike other bad habits, poor posture
can be relaxing to correct. Massage helps reinforce healthy and natural
movements, which can get your posture back on track.
Improves Circulation The pressure created by massage
therapy moves blood through congested areas. This causes new blood
to flow in, resulting improved body function.
Lower Blood Pressure High blood pressure has more
misconceptions than nearly any other medical condition. But one effective
way to stave off high blood pressure naturally is massage therapy.
Relaxes Muscles Got neck, back or muscle pain? Odds
are, sitting all day at the office is the culprit. Massage gets to
the root of persistent pain by relaxing tense muscles.
Improves Flexibility and Range of Motion As we age,
joints tend to tighten, making range of motion more restricted. Massage
helps keep joints more fluid, making you more flexible and less prone
to injury.
Promotes Deeper and Easier Breathing One of the
telltale signs of anxiety and stress is constricted breathing. Massage
can play an important role in reliving respiratory issues and training
the body how to relax.
Relieves Headaches Thousands of UK residents suffer from
chronic headaches and migraines. Massage helps ease the pressure and
pain, which can also reduce the chance and frequency of headaches.
Strengthens the Immune System Studies indicate that
regular massage can naturally increase the immune system's cytotoxic
capacity - the activity level of the body's natural "killer cells".
Enhances Post-Operative Rehabilitation Massage helps
the body pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.
This makes massage therapy a great supplement to post-operative rehabilitation.
Improves Rehabilitation After Injury Rehabilitation
can be frustrating. A continual massage program can accelerate the
recovery process, as well as help you relax and stay motivated.