The Physiological & Psychological Benefits of Massage
Physically:
- Increase metabolism
- Hastens healing
- Relaxes and refreshes the muscles
- Improves the detoxifying functions of the lymphatic system
- Helps to prevent and relieve muscle cramps and spasms
- Improves circulation of the blood and lymph thereby improving the delivery of oxygen to cells as it enhances the removal of metabolic wastes (groceries in / trash out)
- Keeps the skin functioning in a normal, healthy manner since blood carries nutrients to the skin
Psychologically:
- Reduces fatigue
- Reduces tension
- Reduces anxiety
- Calms the nervous system and promotes sense of relaxation and renewed energy
Better Health and Well being:
- Stress relief, massage reverses the effects of negative stress.
- Better circulation, massage benefits blood and lymph circulation.
- Easier movement with less risk of injury.
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