Make Time For Massage: The last week of October is National Massage Therapy Awareness Week. So, I thought I would write about some of the ways getting a massage will contribute to your health!
It is clear that massage can help tremendously when there is an injury, chronic pain or limited range of motion due to a past injury. The hands-on work with muscle and fascia tissue can work to relax chronically contracted (tense or tight) muscles. It can break up adhesions and the tissue that binds, allowing for easier movement in the body.
Massage gets your juices flowing, it affects the blood circulation, lymph flow and release of various chemicals in your body. It can reduce high blood pressure for a period of time after the session. When the blood flows easily, toxins are cleared out of your system more efficiently. The chemicals affected in turn may affect your mood, your ability to handle stress and ability to relax and sleep, all in positive ways.
So, why should you consider massage? In the short haul massage can alleviate aches and pain. In the long run, it can help prevent other disease that may occur due to stress in your life. For this week coming up, I challenge any and all to call your massage therapist and make an appointment for your health!
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