Massage

Just because massage feels like a pampering treat doesn’t mean it is any less therapeutic. The benefits of massage are far reaching and can be increased by making it a regular part of your wellness regime. Research shows the enormous benefits of touch ranging from treating chronic diseases, neurological disorders, and injuries, to alleviating the tension of modern-day life. Consequently, massage is being embraced by the medical community and becoming an integral part of hospice, neonatal, post surgery and pain care plans. In basic terms the benefits of massage and the reasons for them are outlined below:

• It releases endorphins that work as the body’s natural painkiller and mood enhancer. This can help improve; range of motion, joint flexibility and  medication dependence. It can also lead to reduced feelings of depression and anxiety.
• It enhances immunity by stimulating lymph flow, which is the body’s natural defense system
• It improves circulation by pumping oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs
• It exercises and stretches weak, tight, or atrophied muscles. This can improve muscle condition and reduce spasms and cramping
• It can help prepare for and or recover from sport activity
• It Improves the condition of the skin by promoting tissue regeneration in turn reducing scar tissue and stretch marks
• It promotes a state of relaxation, which can have longer term benefits such as improving sleep quality, reducing anxiety and fatigue and increasing energy and concentration
• It aids in the elimination of accumulated toxins and waste products

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