Benefits of Massage

Massage therapy has just recently started its journey into becoming more widely accepted as a medical necessity here in the U.S., but did you know that the human body has been receiving the benefits of massage in other parts of the world for thousands of years? Brought to the U.S. in the 1850's, massage began integrating its way into the health care system. In the early 1900's we became highly influenced by bio-medicine and technology, so the art was passed off from physicians to their less knowledgeable assistants who soon abandoned the time and labor intensive process. It would not be until the 1970's when a surge of people becoming more concerned with health and fitness, developed a renewed interest of massage that continues today. Here are some of the reasons why:

* relieves tension in contracted muscles and connective tissue
* increases circulation of blood and lymph
* decreases blood pressure and boosts the immune system
* increases range of motion and flexibility
* decreases insomnia
* alleviates pain and reduces inflammation
* promotes tissue regeneration and growth
* decreases recovery time from injuries, decreases scar tissue
* increases your body awareness
* alleviates stress
* increases the bodies natural energy

In addition to the general benefits listed above, massage therapy has been known to aid in the management of the following conditions:

* anxiety and depression
* arthritis
* back pain
* carpal tunnel syndrome
* chronic and acute pain
* circulatory problems
* digestive disorders
* fibromyalgia
* headaches
* musculo-skeletal disorders
* pain due to poor posture
* sleep disorders
* sports injuries
* tendonitis
* whiplash

Taking care of our bodies should be a top priority. With all of the benefits massage offers, shouldn't it be a part of your personal health journey?