Stress is the #1 threat to body equilibrium. Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress-related. Massage is an effective tool for managing this stress. Benefits include:
- Decreased anxiety.
- Enhanced sleep quality.
- Greater energy.
- Improved concentration.
- Increased circulation.
- Reduced fatigue.
Massage can also help specifically address a number of health issues.
- Ease medication dependence.
- Alleviate joint pain and improve range of motion.
- Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body's natural defense system.
- Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles.
- Help athletes prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.
- Lessen depression and anxiety.
- Improve circulation by pumping oxygen and nutrients into tissues and organs.
- Reduce post-surgery adhesions and swelling.
- Reduce spasms and cramping.
- Improve healing from traumatic and repetitive stress injuries.
- Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.
- Release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body's natural painkiller.
- Relieve migraine pain.