Why Choose Massage Therapy?
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Massage Therapy, in various forms, has been used throughout history for treatment of pain due to physiological and psychological issues. Many people today, however, include the use of Massage Therapy not only in the treatment of various physiological and psychological problems, but for general maintenance while in a state of good health. Massage Therapy, when performed on a healthy person can increase muscle flexibility, maintain healthy circulation to the tissues and decrease stress levels through positive touch. The benefits of massage, however, are most evident in people who are experiencing either physiological pathology, such as painful, fibrosed or edematous tissue or psychological ailments such as depression and stress.
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Physiological effects of massage
Massage can be used to affect various physiological problems such as:
Psychological Effects of Massage
Studies have shown that only 15 minutes of massage can result in a reduction in saliva levels of cortisol, the stress hormone (Turnbull, 1994/5). Massage also exhibited positive effects on mood, anger levels, ability to concentrate, and emotional sense of well-being. Massage can be used to affect some psychological problems such as:
Is Massage Therapy Right for You?
Massage therapy can have widespread positive effects on the body and mind. When considering adding massage therapy to your health care regimen, it is important to reflect on your personal goals for treatment. A massage therapist can work with you and any other healthcare practitioners that may be involved in your treatment plan to help realize those goals and design a long-term plan for achievement and maintenance of physical and emotional well-being.
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