Stressed out? Getting regular massages helps relieve the physical and mental stress from your body, leaving you ready to take on new challenges. Here are some of the great benefits of massage:
- Improves immune system functioning Studies have shown that the number of white cells in your blood increases after a massage.
- These are the cells that help the body fight diseases.
- With regular massage, you can have a stronger immune system and get sick less often.
- Improves circulation By relaxing your muscles, blood is able to flow more freely through your veins.
- Improved circulation gives you a boost of energy for the rest of your day. Plus, increased circulation in the skin can even reduce the appearance of cellulite if done on a regular basis
- Reduces pain. When muscles are tight and tense all day long, they eventually become sore. By relaxing the muscles with a massage, you can ease the pain caused by sore, stiff muscles. Decreases stress and anxiety.
- Decreases blood pressure. There was a study conducted that showed that a simple, short touch can immediately cause a drop in blood pressure.
- Improves mood Massage has been shown to make you feel better due to many of the reasons listed above. It is so good at improving mood, it has been used for treating depression in women who had recently lost a child.
So, what are you waiting for? Go out and make an appointment for a massage today. You’ll be feeling great in no time.
