The Benefits of Massage Therapy

From:  lasvegas.informer.com
By:      Joe Breen, CFT

As I discussed last week there are many benefits to adding massage therapy to your workouts. Here are some more benefits to adding these techniques. You can lessen depression and anxiety. You can promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks. You can pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation. You can reduce post-surgery adhesions and swelling. You can reduce spasms and cramping. You can release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller, This is very helpful when it comes to recovery, where the true progress begins. You can also relieve migraine pain.

There’s no denying the power of bodywork. Regardless of the adjectives we assign to it (pampering, rejuvenating, therapeutic) or the reasons we seek it out (a luxurious treat, stress relief, pain management), massage therapy can be a powerful ally in your healthcare regimen.
Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress related. And perhaps nothing ages us faster, internally and externally, then high stress. While eliminating anxiety and pressure altogether in this fast-paced world may be idealistic, massage can, without a doubt, help manage stress. This translates into:  decreased anxiety, enhanced sleep quality, greater energy, improved concentration, increased circulation, and reduced fatigue among other benefits. Furthermore, clients often report a sense of perspective and clarity after receiving a massage. The emotional balance bodywork provides can often be just as vital and valuable as the more tangible physical benefits.