Health Benefits of Massage

Many people believe massage is a luxury when in fact, it should be considered an essential wellness necessity. There are many health benefits of massage therapy. It is a safe, effective, powerful form of healing that has been in use for over 5,000 years. It can have profound rejuvenating effects on your physical, mental and emotional states and greatly enhance the quality of your life. Regular massage sessions can significantly reduce stress, relieve chronic pain, and promote relaxation and deep healing. The healing power of touch therapy is an essential part of creating health.

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• Boosts immune system functioning and reduces illness by 2/3

• Decreases stress hormones

• Calms and resets the nervous system

• Increases the sense of social connection

• Reduces mental & emotional distress

• Promotes feelings of well-being

• Increases deep sleep in those who are sleep deprived

• Enhances mental clarity & one's ability to perform at work

• Increases serotonin levels in the brain, thus enhancing mood

• Helps individuals with chronic fatigue & fibromyalgia

• Manages chronic pain

• Reduces tension headaches

• Lowers blood pressure

• Improves flexibility & range of motion, preventing future injuries

• Improves physical performance

• Speeds recovery from injury and illness

• Reduces swelling and scarring

• Relieves PMS

• Improves posture & re-educates your body to maintain balance.

• Promotes relaxation and deep healing

• Facilitates mindfulness and meditative states

• Enhances overall sense of wellbeing

• ​Increases heart rate variability (coherence)