Benefits of Massage

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Massage is a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen. Experts estimate that nearly 90% of disease is stress related. Here are some of the ways that massage can be beneficial to you:
 
  • alleviates low back pain and facilitates easy of movement
  • reduces stress and tension - in the mind and body
  • relieves headaches - tension and migraines
  • alleviates neck and shoulder pain and stiffness 
  • alleviates sciatic pain
  • speeds healing after an injury such as a sprain or tear
  • reduces cramping and spasm
  • provides faster recovery for all types of athletes
  • reduces post-surgical pain, adhesions and swelling 
  • reduces pain associated with fibromyalsia
  • arthritis sufferers experience fewer aches and less stiffness and pain
  • reduces bursitis pain and swelling
  • decreases fatigue
  • lowers blood pressure
  • enhances immunity
  • increases joint flexibility
  • lessens depression and anxiety by increasing sense of well-being
  • releases endorphins - the body's natural pain killers
  • increases sense of perspective and clarity
 
Increase the Benefits with Frequent Visits
Getting a massage can do you a world of good. And getting massage frequently, at least once a month, can do even more. This is the beauty of bodywork. Taking part in this form of regularly scheduled self-care can play a huge part in how healthy you’ll be and how youthful you’ll remain with each passing year. Budgeting time and money for bodywork at consistent intervals is truly an investment in your health. And remember: just because massage feels like a pampering treat doesn’t mean it is any less therapeutic. Consider massage appointments a necessary piece of your health and wellness plan, and work with your practitioner to establish a treatment schedule that best meets your needs.