Who doesn't love a great massage? Yes it's true, massage does "feel" good to the body of the person receiving the bodywork, but the "feel good" is extending beyond the surface of the skin. In this blog we will share the physical benefits of massage therapy on the human body.
Relax the physical body
Calms the nervous system induces the parasympathetic nervous system
Lowers blood pressure
Slows the heart rate
Slows rate of respiration
Increases blood and lymph circulation
Reduces swelling
Stretches connective tissue
Helps to eliminate metabolic waste
Helps to increase flexibility and range of motion (joints)
Reduces/eliminate chronic pain
Stimulate release of endorphins (happy/feel good chemicals)
Reduces cortisol levels (stress)
Helps to boost immune functions
Enhances physical performance
Improve posture
Enhances health and nourishment of the skin
Reduces the accumulation of scar tissue
Promotes better sleep
Speeds recovery time for injuries
Please remember that massage therapy is great for many conditions, however there are contraindications to massage therapy. Always inform your therapist of medical conditions or complications you may have or have experienced-this will ensure massage therapy will help, not hurt your current condition(s).
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