Benefits of Massage Therapy

Massage is perhaps one of the oldest healing traditions. Many ancient peoples – including the Ancient Greeks, Egyptians, Chinese and Indians – were convinced of the therapeutic properties of massage and used it to treat a variety of ailments.

One of the immediate benefits of massage is a feeling of deep relaxation and calm. This occurs because massage prompts the release of endorphins – the brain chemicals (neurotransmitters) that produce feelings of well-being. 

Some of the physical benefits of massage include:

• Reduced muscle tension
• Relieving headaches
• Improved circulation
• Improved posture
• Stimulation of the lymphatic system
• Strengthens immune system
• Reduction of stress hormones
• Lowered blood pressure
• Promotes deeper and easier breathing
• Increased joint mobility and flexibility
• Improved skin tone
• Improved recovery of soft tissue injuries
• Enhances post-operative and injury rehabilitation
• Heightened mental alertness
• Reduced anxiety and depression