Benefits
Massage therapy is one of the most powerful method of treating and preventing pain available today. Try massage therapy for yourself and for your family.
We all know that having a massage can be relaxing, but did you know that there are many other benefits to our body?
Circulatory System
- Dilates the blood vessels, improving the circulation and relieving congestion throughout the body
- Improves oxygen flow to the cells and hastens the elimination of harmful deposits
Lymphatic System
- Acts as a "mechanical cleanser" stimulating lymph circulation and hastening elimination of wastes and toxic debris
- Helps lessen inflammation and swelling in tissues
Nervous System
- Therapeutic massage acts on the nervous system to counteract the body's response to stress, relaxing muscle tension and allowing heart rate, blood pressure and circulation to return to normal
- May have a sedative, stimulating or even exhausting effect depending on the type and length of massage treatment given
Respiratory System
- Improves oxygen intake and lungs function
- Increases chest expansion and vital capacity
- Loosens mucus in the lungs and improves clearence of sputum
Soft Tissue
- Relieves tension, decreases stiffness and reduces muscle spasm
- Promotes muscle relaxation and improves flexibility
- Increases blood supply and nutrition to the muscle without adding to its load of lactic acid
- Prevents build up of harmful "fatigue" products resulting from strenous exercise or injury
- Stretches connective tissue, improves its circulation and nutrition
- Breaks down or prevents the formation of adhesions and reduces the danger of fibrosis
Pain Management
- Therapeutic massage is one of the most effective support you can seek for chronic pain
- Helps to release endorphins, the body's natural pain killers
- Massage can break the pain cycle and help to eliminate the original source of the pain by increasing blood flow to the tissues
Stress and Immune System
- Stimulates the lymphatic system, helping the body to release stored toxins, acts as a natural defense
- Reduces cortisol levels (stress hormone) for up to 72 hours
- Promotes relaxation and increases activity of immune system
Physiological and Emotional
- Soothing touch creates a sense of relaxation and well being
- Helps reduce stress, anxiety, and depression
- Increases comfort levels
Rehabilitation
- Assesment of condition
- Ergonomical evaluation
- Increase in body awareness
- Personalized assistance in maintaining good posture
The benefits of Massage Therapy are boundless. Relax and Enjoy!
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