Massage

While the most common reason to get a massage is because they feel really good, there are also a host of physiological benefits that improve our wellbeing. One major benefit of massage is that it can help us to manage anxiety and depression by lowering the stress hormone cortisol through relaxation and boosting the body’s production of serotonin and dopamine. These hormonal shifts not only leave you feeling happier and less stressed, but also help to lower blood pressure and improve immune function.

The manipulation of tissue and movement of fluids through the body improves range of motion and flexibility which helps guard against injury. This movement of fluids includes an increase in blood flow which encourages toxins to leave the cells and allows healthy, nutrient rich blood cells to flow without blockage and deliver nutrients to cells throughout the body. This free movement of nutrients helps the function of tissues throughout the body improving the function of all tissues including the improvement of skin complexion and hair growth.

This content is for informational purposes only not a substitute for medical treatment nor is it intended to diagnose, cure, treat or prevent any illness or medical condition.