Ô12 HEALTHY BENEFITS OF MASSAGEÕ
While there are many types of
massage and a growing number of Americans use massage at least at some point in
there life, there are still many who do not consider massage when it comes to
maintaining health and fitness. They see massage as a pampering a luxury they
can ill afford, but IÕm here to tell you that after fifteen years in the
business, most of my clients are the average work a day folks using massage
regularly to help them with issues of pain, arthritis, rehabilitation from
injury and to ease the process of aging.
So, if you fall in the later
category, here are some reasons to reconsider therapeutic massage
1. Massage
relieves pain. Studies show massage relieves pain better than any other
known therapy including drug therapy.
2. It eases
tension. Whether you stand at work all day, over did it spring
cleaning or playing your favorite sport, getting massage will relax those worn
tired muscles giving tendons, muscles and ligaments a much needed stretch and
release.
3. It reduces
muscle and joint inflammation. Massage literally squeezes built
up toxins out of the muscles pushing them back into the lymphatic system where
the organs of detoxification can finish the work
4. Massage
improves circulation bringing life giving oxygen and nutrients to the
cells. One could almost say itÕs like a breath of fresh air.
5. It reduces
stress. Not only does massage work with the body it frees the mind. A
good massage will produce a deep state of mental relaxation allowing for
profound healing to occur.
6. Massage
provides a welcome respite. CanÕt afford a vacation this year but need some
relief? A full body massage has been described by many as a mini vacation,
allowing the mind and body some much needed relief from the humdrum of daily
life.
7. It enhances
your mood. One of the best-documented benefits of massage is it helps
release feel good hormones known as endorphins into your system creating a
sense of well being.
8. ItÕs a
great way to pamper yourself. Considering the cost of a cut and
color, a manicure and pedicure massage is a bargain, and oh so good for you.
9. It makes a
great gift. Regardless of the occasion, massage is a very personal gift
that is well received by young and old.
10.
Massage is rejuvenating. At various
points in our lives, we can feel run-down, overwhelmed or just bored. Getting a
massage helps the mind and body work together in a focused effort. By
stimulating the brain and the body, massage rids you of distractions bringing
you in tune with your feelings. Regenerated, your reserves are restored and
once again youÕre ready for lifeÕs challenges.
11.
Massage addresses all your minor aches and pains. We tend to
ignore smaller aches and pains until they are unmanageable. Why not treat them
before they before a bigger problem?
12.
Massage boosts immunity. Studies
show massage increases the bodyÕs T cells. T cells are white blood cells that
direct the army and are a necessary part of healthy immunity. It increases red
cell count, allows for natural sleep and relieves pain, stress and anxiety, all
of which are known to boost our immune response.
So, get out of the daily grind, if
only for an hour. Have a massage. Till next time, Rebecca
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