Massage Marvels Health Benefits

By Haiden Steingass

Most of us think of a massage as a form of relaxation and rejuvenation and it ’s true There is nothing quite so heavenly as the scent of lavender lotion and soft melody of a rainforest. Treating yourself with a massage is the per fec t way to attain precious ‘me-time, ’ to de-stress and let the world’s worries fade away

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There’s nothing wrong with splurging on an hour of relaxation ever y now and then, but there are a number of other reasons to call your local spa to schedule yourself a massage more frequently. I t ’s healthy to do so. In fac t, there are medical claims stating that frequent massages may ac tually improve our overall physical and mental health

For tunately, massage for medical purposes is not a fad, nor do exper ts foresee it fading away any time soon. According the American Massage Therapy Association, more than 40 percent of people who received massages do so for a health benefit, rather than for mere relaxation. So, how exac tly can a massage help improve our overall wellness?

Alleviates Chronic Pain

By loosening muscles and improving range of motion, massages can help pain from common injuries in the lower back, as well as post-operative pain Typically, Swedish massages, Thai massages and deep tissue massages are used to help with this type of pain

Relieves Joint and Muscle Pain

For women who experience joint stiffness and muscle tension from conditions like osteoar thritis, carpel tunnel and fibromyalgia, massages increase blood flow and loosen joints, stimulating the body to move more freely Swedish, hot stone, shiatsu and deep tissue massage work well to loosen the body

Lessens Stress and Anxiety

On top of those benefits, frequent massages are also k nown to improve mental health by relieving stress and anxiety, lessening symptoms of depression, improving sleep, aiding with the effec ts of dementia and ser ving as a pain management and anxiety release for cancer patients.

And just like exercise, a massage will prompt your body to release endorphins, naturally decreasing pain and relieving your mind and body of unnecessar y stress and tension Massage therapists recommend aromatherapy massage, shiatsu massage or reflexology to help decrease stress.

Boosts Immune System

Receiving frequent massages may benefit your immune system, improving circulation and break ing down toxins, which is why you may have heard to drink plenty of water after a massage

We’re not claiming frequent massages are the answer to transform your mind and body, but if that ’s what you want to tell your bank account, we won’t blow your cover The most impor tant thing is to take care of your health and wellness, and if the way you choose to do so is through regular massage, you might just have to get used to the lavender lotion and spa music.

For Moms-To-Be:

Pregnanc y massage is offered for women to decrease stress and help with common pain that occurs, but make sure your massage therapist is cer tified in prenatal massage There is also infant massage (yes, it ’s a thing), and it is recommended to help little ones gain weight and strengthen muscles. a

Now you know what the wonders of massage can do for the body just in time for Mother ’s Day Check out these local spas that have specials for your mom’s special day

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Pine Valley Crossing

260 490 3689

Glenbrook

260 423 2300

West Jefferson

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Massage Works Therapy Center 4606 West Jefferson Blvd 260 459 1111 www.massageworksfw.com