Massage is used as a treatment to maintain physical health and well being as well as inducing relaxation. It has become increasingly popular in recent years as more and more people are becoming aware of the need to counteract stress in their lives and help eliminate the resulting problems.
There are tremendous benefits to be achieved through regular massage therapy treatments.
- Reducing or eliminating pain
- Improving joint mobility
- Improving lymphatic drainage
- Reducing muscular tension
Everyone should take a time out to get a relaxing massage from a registered therapist now and again, especially in the case of a nagging injury or strain. However, there are other reasons to get a massage beyond the relaxation and pain management benefits.
Getting an expert massage from a trusted therapist can have immediate and lasting results.
Reduces stress
Stress is a visitor in everyone’s life. While some people turn to self-medication to relax, massage is a healthy and drug-free way to promote calm.
Boosts immunity
Massage boosts white blood cell count, which plays a large role in defending the body from disease.
Improves sleep
Not only do benefits of massage encourage a restful sleep, it also helps those who can’t otherwise comfortably rest.
Increases circulation
Improved circulation is part of a snowball effect that occurs in the body as a result of receiving regular massage therapy on a consistent basis. This is because proper circulation brings damaged, stiff, and tense muscles the rich blood supply they need to promote healing.
Limits depression
Massage can lower cortisol levels by up to 53-percent immediately following the treatment. Massage is also effective in boosting serotonin, a brain neurotransmitter linked to mood that many antidepressant medications are aimed at.
Improves flexibility
Massage adds an extra benefit of helping to break up knots in muscles and tissues that restrict movement. Massage relieves from workout discomfort and improves flexibility, which can help you reduce injury in the first place.
Massage Therapy can also be used as part of a preventative care program. Together, you and your therapist will develop a treatment plan based on your needs. The treatment plan can be changed at any time and you have no obligation to undergo any part of the treatment.
