| Do you think having a massage is just about | | | | As a result of the sedating effect of massage |
| relaxation, pampering or relieving tight muscles? | | | | the nerves are calmed and many of us are able |
| Yes massage is great for inducing a deep state | | | | to step back from our worried or anxious mind |
| of relaxation and providing some pampering 'me' | | | | for a while and gain a more positive perspective. |
| time. And you know it is excellent for relieving | | | | - Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar |
| tight, sore or cramped muscles and the | | | | tissue. |
| associated pain that goes with it. But there are | | | | Scar tissue can be broken down thereby reducing |
| many other benefits and reasons for having a | | | | restrictions and unsightly scars. |
| massage than you may not be aware of. | | | | - Reduce post surgery adhesions and swelling. |
| Because massage affects us on a mind, body and | | | | Internal adhesions can be freed and pooling of |
| spirit level, it can release a cascade of beneficial | | | | excess tissue fluids can be reduced by stimulating |
| effects on a physiological, chemical, emotional and | | | | drainage. |
| mental level. | | | | - Release of endorphins. |
| Here are 10 important massage benefits that you | | | | These are amino acids that work as the body's |
| may not know about. | | | | natural painkiller. |
| - Easing pain medication dependence. | | | | - Relieve migraine pain. |
| Due to the easing of sore and painful muscles and | | | | Regular treatments can also reduce the |
| freeing up of joints, less medication may be | | | | occurrence of migraines. |
| required to keep you comfortable. | | | | - High blood pressure patients demonstrate lower |
| - Enhancing immunity. | | | | diastolic blood pressure, anxiety, and stress |
| The Lymphatic System is part of our body's | | | | hormones. |
| natural defense system and massage stimulates | | | | By enhancing wellbeing and reducing anxiety, thus |
| the efficient flow of lymph therefore enhancing | | | | encouraging chemical and hormonal balance. |
| our natural immunity. | | | | - Enhanced sleep quality. |
| - Improving the condition of the body's largest | | | | Relaxation promotes ease of getting to sleep and |
| organ-the skin. | | | | clients often report a deeper, more restful sleep. |
| Massage increases circulation to the skin cells, | | | | There are many other benefits not listed here so |
| bringing more oxygen and nutrients and oils used | | | | don't just think of massage as a guilty indulgence, |
| can also feed and moisturize the skin. | | | | but as a very enjoyable maintenance program for |
| - Lessen depression and anxiety. | | | | this amazing machine we call the body. |