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Massage…It Has Some Surprising Benefits!

Who doesn’t love a relaxing massage? But did you know that massage has some powerful health benefits?  Read on!

Eases Anxiety

Anxiety is among the stress-related mental disorders we and other such lifestyle and stress-related mental disorders are quickly afflicting many individuals each day. Regular massage sessions can help you relax and manage stress without the added anxiety.

Diabetes Management

To help control blood sugar levels, get a massage!  This is especially true in children, as massage is often used as both a curative and preventative practice for children with diabetes.

Boosts Immunity

A strong immune system is key to a healthy life. Massage therapy can help your body ward off infection-causing virus and bacteria.

Supports Cancer Therapy Care

Patients undergoing chemotherapy treatments often experience anxiety, fatigue, nausea, pain, and depression. Massage can be used to help diminish these symptoms and improve overall wellbeing.

Enhances Sleep

Massage encourages the release of serotonin, the hormone necessary to produce melatonin, which is your body’s natural sleep-inducer. Increased serotonin promotes mental relaxation, helping to calm an overactive mind.

Improves Heart Health

Massage therapy is a non- invasive and drug-free method for managing high blood pressure.  Massage helps the blood move oxygenated blood throughout the body at an enhanced speed. Massage helps to reduce stress, stimulate nerve endings, release endorphins, and decreases the stress hormones cortisol and adrenaline. This process encourages the heart to slow down, thereby assisting is lowering blood pressure.

Reduces Pain

Many physicians recommend massage to patients suffering from pain, especially after surgery. In addition, you may find relief from migraine pain and lower back pain through massage therapy.

Improves Skin Health

Regular massage can improve your skin health.  One of the many benefits of massage therapy is a notable glow on your skin. Who knew?

Isn’t it nice to know that massage not only feels incredible, but also provides amazing health benefits?  Call 954-4968 or email us at innercirclespa.com to schedule your massage!