Health Benefits of Massage

Massages aren't just about enjoying heavenly sensations. They also provide many health benefits, both physical and mental, including;

• Stimulating blood circulation, which increases the flow of nutrients and oxygen to the skin, bones, muscles and joints. This also increases the flow of toxins away from them. 

• Reducing pain, inflammation and swelling of the muscles.

• Relieving muscle tension, soreness, cramps and spasms.

• Reducing joint strain and compression. 

• Reducing nervous tension and so helping with pain relief.

• Stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system (the part of our nervous system that relaxes and calms the body, allowing it to renew and repair and aids digestion).

• Reducing the production of adrenalin (the ‘fight or flight’ hormone that is released by the body to put it in a state of high alert and stress). This helps with mental relaxation. 

• Stimulating the production of endorphins (the feel good hormones) such as oxytocin.

• Stimulating the immune system by increasing the production of lymphocytes (white blood cells).

• Cleansing the body of toxins by assisting with lymph drainage.