When was your last massage?

Do you remember your last massage?  Has it been a while?  Have you ever had one?  Is it time to take some time for you - perhaps to relax - perhaps to feel better - perhaps as a preventative measure???

Did you know that massage is not just a luxury treatment?  There are actual benefits (and I'm not just saying that cuz it's my job ;-0)  Research continues to prove the various benefits of touch, triggering the medical community to actively embrace bodywork.

There are physical benefits including:

• Reduction in high blood pressure
• Helps to alleviate arthritis and bursitis
• Releases endorphins
• Enhances immunity by stimulating lymph flow
• Helps athletes prepare for and recover from workouts and events
• Improves skin condition
• Improves everyday energy and sleep
• Assists with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers
• Increases joint flexibility and range of motion
• Reduces scar tissue and stretch marks by promoting tissue regeneration
• Improves circulation by pumping oxygen and nutrients into tissues and organs
• Reduces post-surgery adhesions and swelling
• Reduces muscle spasms and cramping
• Relaxes injured, overused muscles
• Relieves migraine pain

Massage can also help with emotional balance which may be just as vital and valuable as the physical benefits.

• Reduction of fatigue
• Decreases depression and anxiety
• Eases and reduces medication dependence by releasing endorphins
• Improves concentration and focus
• Decreases stress (Experts estimate that 90% of disease is stress related and it ages us faster, both internally and externally)

I quite often have people ask how often they should get a massage.  My answer would be that it depends on the individual and their circumstance and condition.  If working on something specific you may need/want to get massages more frequently and then work into a regular routine.  As with most things, consistency is the key.  I personally believe that every 4-6 weeks is a good rule of thumb for overall wellness and preventative measures.  Listen to your body - it knows what you need.

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​ ~K