Benefits of Massage Therapy

Massage therapy is a hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues, nerves, ligaments, tendons, and joints of the body. This creates diverse physiological effects in our body. The therapeutic use of massage therapy affects the systems of the body- the muscular, circulatory, lymphatic or immune system, and the nervous system.

Different movements can physically stretch muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia thus it encourage circulation through the nerves and tissues, inhibit muscular spasms that can either be sedating or stimulating to our body’s systems.

Here are some of the physiological effects that massage can offer:

1. Increase circulation- this allows the body to be able to pump more oxygen and nutrients to the tissues and cells of the body’s vital organs.
2. Massage stimulates the lymph system-the body’s natural defense against toxic invaders like cancers.
3. Reduces spasms and cramps
4. Increases the flexibility of the joints
5. Relaxes overused muscles
6. Reduces recovery time for strenuous works and eliminates pains for the athletes at some level.
7. Releases endorphin which is our body’s natural painkiller, thus massage has been incorporated on some chronic illness treatment, injury or recovery from surgery to alleviate and control pain.
8. Improves range of motion and decreases patients discomfort
9. Relieves migraine discomfort level and lessens the need for medication.
10. Contributes to a shorter labor period and reduced tearing for expectant mothers, minimizes anxiety and depression.

Massage offers a non-invasive, drug-free and humanistic approach based on the body’s natural ability to heal itself. There are certain notes to consider or conditions to consider whereby massage therapy is not a good option and is not advisable.

Massage is contraindicated to people with the following on-going situation:

• Certain forms of cancer, unless your doctor approves
• Skin Problem (condition)
• Cardiac problems
• Infectious diseases
• Phlebitis
• Open or healing wounds
• Fever
• Deep vein thrombosis
• Acute inflammation
• Weak bones from a fracture or osteoporosis

There are several Guides and Benefits to consider with Massage Therapy a good lens can be found at, Massage Therapy Guide. You will also find available manuals and tips on the page.