Benefits of Massage
Why Massage...
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Therapeutic massage is wellness oriented. It can have a positive effect on all the systems in the body. Massage can improve circulation, relax tense muscles, decrease pain, improve joint mobility, induce relaxation, promote healthy skin and create a sense of well-being.
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Some of the most common and specific issues I work with (but not limited to) are TMJ, headaches, upper/low back pain, carpal tunnel, knee pain & plantar fascitis.
More specifically...
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Massage increases circulation of the cardiovascular, respiratory and lymphatic systems. Increased circulation removes waste products that can make you feel tired or sore and delivers nutrients vital for tissue repair.
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Stress may be reduced by massage. Chronic stress affects the nervous system, hormone production and can leave muscles tense, increase heart rate and blood pressure. Breathing can be shallow, and digestion and elimination functions can be affected.
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Therapeutic massage is wellness oriented. It can have a positive effect on all the systems in the body. Massage can improve circulation, relax tense muscles, decrease pain, improve joint mobility, induce relaxation, promote healthy skin and create a sense of well-being.
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Muscle tension can be released using a variety of techniques. The effects of a single session may be temporary, but regular sessions can decrease and reverse chronic muscle contraction.
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Improved sleep may follow, further allowing the body to repair and restore your energy levels.
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We've been conditioned to think pain is OK; it's natural, "no pain-no gain," pain is a part of aging. Pain is not natural; it is our bodies way of telling us something is wrong. Pain leads to compensation, leading to more pain and misalignments within the body.
Check out the latest edition of Body Sense magazine to learn a bit more about the benefits of massage and stress reduction...
