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Why Should I Consider Therapeutic Massage? A growing number of men and women find therapeutic massage to be a valuable addition to their health and fitness routines. It has been found that massage as a natural means can promote healthy body function and enhance the body’s own restorative powers. Some people seek massage for general relaxation, revitalization, relief from sore or tight muscles, relief from tension headaches, recovery from injuries, reduction of anxiety or stress, improvement of cellular nutrition and to stop the pain-spasms-pain cycle. Many other people seek massage to improved circulation, to counter general health concerns, lessen effects of aging or to complete their fitness or health routines and speed recoveries. This therapy is becoming a more commonly acknowledged compliment to healthcare along with others such as Acupuncture and Chiropractic. A Licensed Massage Therapist has the ability to determine what bodywork treatments are best for you based on your conditions, complaints, physical health and many other factors communicated by you before a therapeutic session. There are many types of massage therapists and they use a range of approaches, techniques and styles. The two most common styles of massage are traditional Swedish massage, and Oriental bodywork. Some people prefer a very light massage while other people, such as athletes or people with knotted muscles or issues which arise from a very active lifestyle require deeper work. In more recent times, earlier forms of massage such as heated massage or circulatory massage have returned and can be administered in many ways. Working to address the core muscles and areas of blood flow with massage is one. Some therapists use essential oils, liniments of different preference, some therapists will use heating oils or crèmes and others are trained in techniques such as use of hot rocks or Oriental cupping techniques. You should try a few of these alternatives and see what works best for you.
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Physical Benefits Of Massage
ñ Physically relaxes the body ñ Clams the nervous system ñ Lowers blood pressure ñ Reduces heart rate ñ Slows Respiration ñ Loosens tight muscles ñ Stretches connective tissues ñ Reduces chronic pain ñ Improves skin tone ñ Increases blood and lymph circulation ñ Speeds the removal of metabolic waste ñ Increases red blood cell counts ñ Relieves tired and aching muscles ñ Stimulates the release of endorphins ñ Improves muscle tone ñ Relieves cramps and muscle spasms ñ Increases flexibility and range of motion ñ Promotes deeper more effective breathing ñ Speeds recovery from injuries and illness ñ Strengthens the immune system ñ Reduces swelling ñ Reduces scarring ñ Improves posture ñ Reduces tension headaches ñ Increases tissue metabolism ñ Decreases muscular deterioration
Mental Benefits of Massage
ñ Reduces mental stress ñ Promotes better sleep ñ Calms a bad temper ñ Induces mental relaxation ñ Improves concentration
Emotional Benefits of Massage
ñ Reduces anxiety ñ Enhances self-image ñ Provides a feeling of well being ñ Promotes greater creative expression
Additionally massage can bring up forgotten memories being either good or bad. Things you may have tried to bury within for a reason or another in this life or past. Although that is unhealthy and can lead to disease either physical or mental. Sometimes people experience intense dreams for a few nights- weeks depending on how long it takes for your body to return to balance.
Sometimes crying for no reason, outbursts either verbal or physical, laughter, mood swings, feeling sick or uncomfortable can result. So with any massage you do not know the exact outcome on the emotional or mental level more then the physical as it all depends on the intent of a therapist and client.
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