Benefits of Massage
Personal
Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress-related, and perhaps nothing ages us faster than stress. Massage is an effective tool for managing this stress, resulting in:
Decreased anxiety
Better sleep which in turn reduces fatigue
Increased energy
Improved concentration
Increased circulation
Massage can also help address a number of common health issues. Bodywork can:
Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion
Ease medication dependence
Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system
Improve the health of weak, tight, or atrophied muscles
Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts
Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ—the skin
Increase joint flexibility
Lessen depression and anxiety
Bring oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation
Reduce post-surgery adhesions and swelling
Reduce spasms and cramping
Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles
Release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller
Relieve headache and migraine pain
Corporate
In the hamster wheel of today's corporate world, sitting at a desk is now the newest health hazard.
Adding massage to your corporate wellness plan will: