The effects and benefits of massage

The mind and body are instinctively linked, therefore the relationship between the physiological, physical and psychological occurrences should not be underestimated.

Physiological effects:

 

  • Promotes the removal of metabolic waste products from muscle tissue that causes fatigue and soreness
  • Supports and strengthens the immune system
  • Assists in breaking down adhesions        
  • Improves and enriches blood circulation
  • Flexibility increases due to muscular relaxation
  • Increases suppleness and mobility
  • Can assist in reducing oedema (excess fluid in tissues)
  • Improves muscle tone and balance
  • Relaxes both mind and body
  • Aids with peristalsis in the large intestine helping to relieve constipation
  • Urinary output increases eliminatinating toxins released from tissues
  • Endorphins (the bodies own supply of pain killing hormones) help relieve pain and improve mood

Physical effects:

 

  • Relieves joint stiffness
  • Reduces blood pressure
  • Encourages deeper breathing
  • Improves posture
  • Eases chronic pain
  • Strengthens the immune system 
  • Reduces muscular tension
  • Enhanced range of movement
  • Loosening of mucus in the lungs

Psychological effects:

 

  • Increased awareness of well-being
  • Promotes a relaxed state of mind
  • Improved body image
  • Feelings of invigoration
  • Enhanced alertness and mental clarity
  • Decreased anxiety
  • Allieviation of stress  

 

 
   
   
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