Massage - Types and Benefits

Types of Massagebeneficial in curing rheumatism arthritis, headaches,
Relaxation Massage: A smooth, flowing style thatmigraines, chronic back pain.It helps relieve muscle
promotes general relaxation, improves circulationtension and stiffness.
and range of movement, and relieves muscularImproved Circulation: Its most important
tension.application is that it increases blood circulation,
Remedial Massage: A paramedical treatment thatincreasing life span and general sense of well being.
helps to restore function to injured "soft tissues"Stress Relief: Massage is a great way to reduce
(muscles, tendons and ligaments. In addition, youthe stress in your life.
may be asked perform some activities at homeIt helps in curing tension-related
to assist the process of recovery.headaches.Reducing Blood Pressure: Massage is
Craniosacral Therapy Via a gentle, non-invasivehelpful in decreasing blood pressure in people with
manipulative technique, this therapy encourageshypertension.
your own natural mechanisms to improve theBetter Sleep: Massage therapy induces a sound
functioning of your brain and spinal cord tosleep for some days.Regular massage relieves
dissipate the negative effects of stress, promotemental stress.
good health, and enhance resistance to disease.Increased circulation of blood and lymph systems
Here are a few disorders that benefit fromimproves the condition of the body's largest organ
regular full body massage:- the skin.
Depression- Relaxes and softens injured and overused
Infertilitymuscles
Eating disorders- Reduces spasms and cramping
Post-operative recovery- Increases joint flexibility.
Autism- Reduces recovery time, helps prepare for
Immune-suppressed systemsstrenuous workouts and eliminates subsequent
Diabetespains of the athlete at any level.
High blood pressure- Releases endorphins - the body's natural painkiller
Sleep disorders- and is being used in chronic illness, injury and
Cancer related fatiguerecovery from surgery to control and relieve pain.
Low back painBenefits of Pre-natal massage
Spinal cord injuriesEmotional support through nurturing touch to the
When you choose full body massage, you choosepregnant woman.
a non-invasive procedure. In addition, full massageImproves outcome of labor and eases labor pain,
therapy, which is relatively safe, can be athat is it prepares muscles used during childbirth.
complementary treatment to other medicalHelps with relaxation and insomnia
treatments.A recent study states that it may even reduce
Eases stress because it:the risk of premature births.
• Gives you more energyImproves the mother's sleep and eases
• Improves your outlook on lifedepression.
• Reduces injury and illnessMassage by the partner gives him a better bond
• Relieves asthma, anxiety, and insomniawith the wife and the child. Childbirth experts say
• Provides supportive therapythat when dad-to-be massages mom-to-be during
Other Benefitspregnancy, both partners become more relaxed
Pain Relief: All kinds of pains and muscular achesand more involved with the baby.
can be eliminated through massage therapy. It is