Health Benefits of Massage Therapy, Therapy Benefits
Massage is all a matter of touch. We are all sensual beings and as a result our bodies respond well to massage and human contact. When there is touch, more healing takes place.
Massage is commonly used to induce general relaxation, so that any tension or strain experienced in the rush of daily life can be eased and eliminated. It is found to be very effective, working on the mind as well as the body. It can be used to treat people with hypertension, sinusitis, headaches, insomnia and hyperactivity, including people who suffer from heart ailments or circulatory disorders.
Massage is known to reduce heart rate and lower blood pressure. It calms the nervous system as it reduces feelings of anger and anxiety. Massage stimulates the brain to produce endorphins, the bodyâs natural mood enhancers and pain suppressors. Stress hormones such as cortisol are reduced as âfeel goodâ hormones such as serotonin are increased. An overall feeling of well-being can be produced in just one massage session.
Massage therapy is a therapeutic technique that involves manipulation of the soft tissues of the body. It is the calming, therapeutic process of kneading, stroking, and pressing the different areas of the body. It is used to alleviate pain, relieve stress, tension, or to relax, stimulate, and tone the body.
One big advantage to a massage is stress relief. Stress is probably the most common reason why people get massages. Your muscles hold a great deal of tension. Tension that is released during a massage. The stress relieved does not come back as soon as the massage is over, there is a long lasting effect. Massage also has a positive effect on blood pressure.
Pain Relief: Another benefit of massage therapy is the fact that it can loosen those tight muscles especially if you frequently have cramps on your legs. Regular massage sessions can also relieve you of your tired and aching muscles. This is especially useful with people who are into sports or those who live the active lifestyle. It improves blood circulation especially to the bodies exterminates.
Massage therapy has also been shown to greatly relieve stress and some of the physical symptoms associated with it. This includes a decrease in overall anxiety and respiratory rates, an increase in white blood cells which helps to kill viruses before they have an opportunity to truly invade the body, and a great benefit to the bodyâs immune system.
Some benefits of massage are : soothing, relaxing, healing, ease tensions, improve blood circulation, ease stiffness and pain, enhance well being, improve mental health. Therefore, these benefits of massage are expected to even help athletes by enhancing performance and reducing injury risk.
There are many health benefits from a massage from a trained therapist or a massage recliner. A trained massage therapist knows how to get the kinks out of your back and relieve the muscle tension from everyday stress. Massage recliners have superior technology and do more than rub your back. New models from Human Touch, iJoy, Panasonic and Sanyo can also massage the legs, feet, arms and shoulders.
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March 11th, 2010 at 12:31 pm
Massage Therapy: Health benefit or Pamper treatment?
I’m a massage therapist and I’m wanting to know: "If you choose to get a massage, would you get one because it would be a health benefit or a pamper treatment?"
March 11th, 2010 at 5:33 pm
A little of column A, a little of column B
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:35 pm
Yes.
For me, a massage is both pampering myself as well as providing health benefits.
Why either/or when it can be both/and?
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:37 pm
i don’t get them but i feel it’s more of a pamper treatment - it feels good.
honestly i would probably get one if i thought it would help me with issues.
ie my left shoulder blade being too high.
but i’m probably not normal.
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:39 pm
Mostly a pamper treatment, but I seem to get alot of stiff necks, so it would have some health benefits also.Can I have an appointment?
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:41 pm
i think it depends on the purpose. If you are having pains or are just very stressed out and tense: health benefit. it can, not only relax your body but ease your mind. However, what is wrong with a little self-pampering every now and then?
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:43 pm
Hey! I get them for both reasons. And because I have a good friend who gives them to me for free
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:45 pm
I’m a Therapist too. My people get them for both reasons, mostly health benefits!!
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18 years!!
March 11th, 2010 at 5:47 pm
when i finish up my massage schooling, i am hoping to do both.
i think it is a mix of each. some get it for stress while others get it to help a problem.
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:49 pm
Both. I get massages sometimes just because it is nice and other times because I have back and neck pain that need relief. Allsos because I am a Reiki / energy healer and teacher and I think that one in a profession of giving needs to receive regularly to keep balance in life.
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:51 pm
I am also a massage therapist, and personally I do it for health reasons. I always use this topic as an ice breaker for my clients, "So what brings you in for your massage today" , that way you know what their motive is.
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:53 pm
Different situations require different types of massage. Pain and injuries require a more therapeutic massage. When you are under stress, grieving or emotional distress, so called ‘pampering’ may be needed - although I really hate the word pampering as it implies that people are helpless and needy at least to me anyways.
Relaxation massage is not pampering - it is a necessity.
Spa massage is not pampering - it is a necessity.
They are needed for different reasons at different times.
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March 11th, 2010 at 5:55 pm
Ask your patients and adjust your rates accordingly. Medical massage costs more than pleasure or pampering, unless you are at a spa where the pampering is premium.
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