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Benefits of Massage Therapy
As more and more researches study Massage Therapy, the scientific data affirming the Benefits of Massage continue to accumulate. Below are a few of the most commonly researched and documented facts about Massage Therapy.
Improves Circulation
Most Massage Therapy techniques applied to the extremities, have a flow or direction towards the heart; therefore, helping the body move venous blood in the proper direction. Venous blood is more passive than arterial blood--massage benefits venous blood by helping it along the path.
By warming up the skin, Massages improve the microcirculation of our tissue that feeds the surface with vital blood flow and nutrients; as well as the removal of unwanted components.
Massage can be quite stimulating--especially for those who are injured. Th stimulation encourages heart functioning, so there is some mild aerobic benefit.
Often forgotten or unmentioned, circulation also picks up waste material throughout the body. By working the lymph glands in addition to the muscles, waste is efficiently carried to the appropriate body system for processing and eventual removal.
Reduce Stress and Pain
Massage relieves depression and also anxiety--increases in the number of ''fighter cells'' in the immune systemare reported, lowering levels of Cortisol, the stress hormone naturally found in our body, and a improved ability in getting to sleep. For those with neck, shoulders or low-back pain, massage can relax the sore muscles and increase mobility. This powerful form of 'drugfree' therapy has also been shown to provide lasting relief from musculoskeletal pain and tension--often eliminating the need for invasive surgical procedures, provides a consistent outlet for stress release, improves flexibility and mobility.
Boots Immune System
Evidence shows that routine Massage Therapy regular will actually affect the level of our bodie's natural antibodies, increasing our ability to fight off bacteria, viruses and other pathogens. In addition, regular massage reduces your body's production of Cytokines. Cytokines are known to be a contributing factor in the causation of inflammation--leading to pain throughout your body. It is widely accepted that chronic inflammation is the cause of many of today's widespread diseases.
Athletic Recovery
Many athletes consider sport massage to be a vital part of training and, more importantly, a proper recovery routine. Athletes attest that massage helps training to be more effective, increases performance levels, helps prevent injury, and recover more quickly. Historically, some of the most competitive, successful professional athletes have supported this evidence by encorporating massage in their regimen.