Benefits of Massage Therapy
This last year I have been attending massage school in an effort to expand my education and the services I’m able to offer to my clients. I will finally be up and running by the end of August. It has been an amazing journey and the thing that has surprised me the most is the sheer number of positive benefits it offers. Here is a list of some benefits to massage therapy:
Massage Therapy dilates blood vessels
improves blood circulation
decreases blood pressure
promotes removal of waste products
reduces ischemia
reduces heart and pulse rates
increases stroke volume of the heart
increases red blood cell count
increases oxygen saturation in blood
increases white blood cell count
promotes lymph circulation
reduces edema
increases skin temperature
improves skin tone
stimulates oil glands in the skin
improves skin conditions
reduces stress and anxiety
promotes relaxation
increases dopamine and serotonin levels
reduces cortisol levels
reduces stress hormones
reduces feelings of depression
decreases pain
relieves muscular tension
relaxes muscles
reduces muscle soreness and fatigue
reduces trigger point formation
separates muscle fibers
increases range of motion
improves performance (balance and posture)
lengthens muscles
increases flexibility
tones weak muscles
reduces excessive scar formation
decreases adhesion formation
increases mineral retention in bones
promotes fracture healing
improves connective tissue healing
reduces respiration rate
strengthens respiratory muscles
decreases asthma attacks
improves lung functions
relieves constipation
stimulates digestion
improves sleep patterns
improves mood
decreases feelings of anger
increases academic performance
increases mental alertness
and much, much more.
With all of the medications people take today for various ailments , it is possible that massage therapy could be some of the best medicine around.
Some medical conditions massage therapy can be useful are, Alzheimer’s Disease, Anemia, Asthma, ADHD, Burn Victims, Cancer, Cerebral Palsy, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Constipation, Diabetes, Eating disorders, Edema, Fibromyalgia, Headaches/ Migraines, High Blood Pressure, Overuse Injuries, Sprains, Strains, Insomnia, Low Back Pain, Lung Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Nerve Entrapment, Poor Circulation, PMS, Rheumatoid Arthritis, and TMJ.
Instead of popping pills with negative side effects, consider massage therapy for what ails you.