Top 4
Primary Benefits of Massage Therapy
Reduce Chronic Pain & Inflammation
Regular massage therapy can reduce symptoms of chronic and acute pain in disorders such as fibromyalgia, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, and injury or post-operative surgery, to name a few.
Reduce Stress, Anxiety & Depression
Massage therapy is known to promote relaxation and increase serotonin production. By activating the parasympathetic nervous system, the heart rate lowers and the body seeks homeostasis. Studies show participants of regular massage therapy experience reduced symptoms of insomnia resulting in better sleep, as well as a sharper focus during the day, which value cannot be understated for people diagnosed with ADHD.
Boost Immunity
Massage therapy also plays a major role in assisting blood circulation, bringing oxygen-rich blood and healthy nutrients to your body that it needs to rejuvenate. By reducing cortisol levels and increasing lymphocytes, massage helps your body into a state where it can better filter metabolic waste and fight off harmful bacteria and viruses.
Enhance Performance
Whether you are an athlete, engaged in muscle training or rehabilitation, or just finding it hard to move in ways that used to be easy, massage therapy has a profound effect on muscle elasticity and flexibility, which contributes to a greater range-of-motion in the joints, especially the shoulders and the hips. Regular massage will reduce the muscle tension and myofascial trigger points allowing for enhanced recovery and reduced pain.