Why bother with massage
A question that our therapists are often asked. Massage is not just about being pampered. It goes a lot further than that. Massage has been proven to be a highly effective tool for treatment, prevention and a great way to improve your overall health and wellbeing. Here are just some of the suggested effects:
Muscles
- Helps keep muscles in good condition by relieving fatigue by the removal of lactic acid and increases the supply of fresh blood with oxygen and nutrients
- Helps to maintain muscle elasticity and flexibility
Skin
- Improves the overall feel and look of skin by increasing the flow of oxygen and removal of waste products
- Encourages cell regeneration and can help to keep skin healthy
Respiratory system
- Relaxation experienced during massage may help improve respiration
Circulatory system
- Massage increase the flow of blood through the veins and helps to reduce blood pressure
- Increases the amount of fresh blood to the area being massaged and therefore increases the flow of oxygen, nutrients and other vital components
Nervous system
- The pressure used in massage can help to relieve pain
- Nervous stress and tension can be relieved as nerve endings in muscles are relaxed and soothed
Lymphatic system
- Stimulates the flow of lymph within the lymph vessels and increases the removal of toxins and waste
Digestive system
- Massage may help to increase blood flow around the body, which stimulates the absorption and transport of nutrients and can therefore help digestion
Overall wellbeing
- Massage helps to provide a feeling of relaxation, nervous and tension release and overall well being
- Encourages us to take time out from distractions and busy lives to focus on “Me”
- Massage may encourage you to open up about issues or problems and can help some feel better about themselves
- Helps the body and mind relax