Massage therapy is recognized as one of the oldest methods of healing, with references in medical texts nearly 4,000 years old.Today, massage therapy, often referred to as bodywork or somatic therapy, refers to the application of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissues of the body that include applying fixed or movable pressure, holding, vibration, rocking, friction, kneading and compression using primarily the hands, although massage therapists do use other areas of the body, such as the forearms, elbows or feet. All of the techniques are used for the benefit of the musculoskeletal, circulatory-lymphatic, nervous, and other systems of the body. In fact, massage therapy positively influences the overall health and well-being of the client.
- Overall Health - Benefit of Massage Therapy:
Massage therapy and bodywork increases blood circulation thus enabling the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs. Massage techniques, can stimulate the body to produce endorphins, which reduce pain. Studies have also found that massage treatments could release other pain-relieving substances called opiods A therapist can render a massage that helps in releasing endorphins, the body’s natural painkiller. A Massage stimulates the lymph system, the body’s natural defense, against toxic invaders. For example, in breast cancer patients, massage has been shown to increase the cells that fight cancer Is being incorporated into treatment for chronic illness, injury and recovery from surgery to control and relieve pain. Relieves pain for migraine sufferers and decreases the need for medication. Contributes to shorter labor and reduced tearing for expectant mothers, as well as lessening the need for medication, minimizing depression and anxiety, and shortening hospital stays. Can relax tense and tightened muscles. Massage therapist often render massage to treat low-back pain and neck pain. Reduces overall stress. It helps the body's stress response by lowering levels of stress hormones such as cortical. Massage therapy could also treat inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and tendinitis.
- Physical - Benefit of Massage Therapy:
Helps relieve muscle tension and stiffness, Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments; reduces pain and swelling; reduces formation of excessive scar tissue, Reduces muscle spasms, Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion, Enhances athletic performance; Treats injuries caused during sport or work, Reduces blood pressure, Helps relieve tension-related headaches, Enhances the health and nourishment of skin, Improves posture, Strengthens the immune system.
- Emotional - Benefit of Massage Therapy:
Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness, Reduces levels of anxiety, Satisfies needs for caring nurturing touch, Enhances capacity for calm thinking and creativity, Fosters a feeling of well-being, Increases awareness of mind, body, & spirit connection.
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