What Massage can do for you!
What can Massage do for YOU?
Massages are often sold as a purely indulgent treat that you get when you visit a spa or go on vacation,
but there’s so much more to massage than just a feel good treat. Did you know that the symptoms of
many health problems can be reduced and even eliminated with regular massage?
Here are a few conditions that massage can work really well on; a few you probably know and some
that may surprise you!
Stress
It’s no surprise that a regular dose of massage therapy is good for your stress levels, it works by helping
to lower your blood pressure, improve your quality of sleep, and by reducing your stress levels, it’s also
thought to help reduce the risk of heart disease. In 2008 the journal Psycho-oncology published a
study which came to the conclusion “…a significant reduction in cortisol (the main stress hormone)
could be safely achieved through massage, with associated improvement in psychological well-being.”
Lower Back Pain
This is such a common problem, often caused by bad posture at work, so no wonder many employers
are drafting in massage therapists to help. Poor posture and sitting for too long can cause a lot of lower
back problems, as can simply getting older. Get your massage therapist on the case and you can
hopefully wave goodbye to a sore back.
Sports Injuries
Fitness and sport are great for your health but they can sometimes lead to injuries and overworked
muscles. A regular massage can help to heal any wear and tear on your muscles and tendons, and can
also help you manage the pain from a chronic or acute sports injury. Having well looked-after muscles
may also help prevent future injuries – one more reason to book those regular sessions.
Joint Stiffness
Massage can be a blessed relief for people dealing with the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis
and other joint problems. Research published in 2013 in the Complementary Therapy in Clinical
Practice journal said that people with rheumatoid arthritis reported some relief from pain and stiffness
after four once-a-week moderate-pressure massages, topped up with self-massage at home in
between treatments. Massage can also help with your range of motion and flexibility, which can
relieve pain in your shoulders, knees, and hips.
Circulation
There are a whole range of health problems that can be caused by bad circulation, so it figures that
boosting your circulation will be a bonus for your whole body. Regular massage helps to get the blood
moving, getting essential nutrients to where they are needed in your tissues and vital organs much
faster. The squeezing and pulling actions involved in a good massage also help to flush lactic acid out of
your muscles and improve the circulation of lymph - the fluid that carries metabolic waste away from
your muscles and internal organs.
Migraine symptoms
Nobody really knows what causes migraines, and there isn’t a cure, but if you’re a migraine sufferer
you’ll be pleased to hear that studies have shown that massage can help reduce the frequency of
attacks, and lessen the severity of the symptoms. Some migraines, especially those triggered by stress,
are especially receptive to massage treatment.
Allergies
A massage helps to stimulate lymph flow around your body, which boosts your immune system and
can help to reduce the severity of allergic reactions. Sometimes a therapist might be able to tell just
from your lymph nodes if you are an allergy sufferer as they can feel tender or swollen.
Did any of those surprise you? Of course, you don’t need to make an excuse for wanting a massage,
but if you are dealing with any of these health issues, it’s good to know that your regular massage habit
is helping.
For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Kittrina
Kittrina Jones, LMT
kittrina.j@gmail.com
201-822-1238
LiSacha's Beauty Lounge 603-527-8120
Massages are often sold as a purely indulgent treat that you get when you visit a spa or go on vacation,
but there’s so much more to massage than just a feel good treat. Did you know that the symptoms of
many health problems can be reduced and even eliminated with regular massage?
Here are a few conditions that massage can work really well on; a few you probably know and some
that may surprise you!
Stress
It’s no surprise that a regular dose of massage therapy is good for your stress levels, it works by helping
to lower your blood pressure, improve your quality of sleep, and by reducing your stress levels, it’s also
thought to help reduce the risk of heart disease. In 2008 the journal Psycho-oncology published a
study which came to the conclusion “…a significant reduction in cortisol (the main stress hormone)
could be safely achieved through massage, with associated improvement in psychological well-being.”
Lower Back Pain
This is such a common problem, often caused by bad posture at work, so no wonder many employers
are drafting in massage therapists to help. Poor posture and sitting for too long can cause a lot of lower
back problems, as can simply getting older. Get your massage therapist on the case and you can
hopefully wave goodbye to a sore back.
Sports Injuries
Fitness and sport are great for your health but they can sometimes lead to injuries and overworked
muscles. A regular massage can help to heal any wear and tear on your muscles and tendons, and can
also help you manage the pain from a chronic or acute sports injury. Having well looked-after muscles
may also help prevent future injuries – one more reason to book those regular sessions.
Joint Stiffness
Massage can be a blessed relief for people dealing with the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis
and other joint problems. Research published in 2013 in the Complementary Therapy in Clinical
Practice journal said that people with rheumatoid arthritis reported some relief from pain and stiffness
after four once-a-week moderate-pressure massages, topped up with self-massage at home in
between treatments. Massage can also help with your range of motion and flexibility, which can
relieve pain in your shoulders, knees, and hips.
Circulation
There are a whole range of health problems that can be caused by bad circulation, so it figures that
boosting your circulation will be a bonus for your whole body. Regular massage helps to get the blood
moving, getting essential nutrients to where they are needed in your tissues and vital organs much
faster. The squeezing and pulling actions involved in a good massage also help to flush lactic acid out of
your muscles and improve the circulation of lymph - the fluid that carries metabolic waste away from
your muscles and internal organs.
Migraine symptoms
Nobody really knows what causes migraines, and there isn’t a cure, but if you’re a migraine sufferer
you’ll be pleased to hear that studies have shown that massage can help reduce the frequency of
attacks, and lessen the severity of the symptoms. Some migraines, especially those triggered by stress,
are especially receptive to massage treatment.
Allergies
A massage helps to stimulate lymph flow around your body, which boosts your immune system and
can help to reduce the severity of allergic reactions. Sometimes a therapist might be able to tell just
from your lymph nodes if you are an allergy sufferer as they can feel tender or swollen.
Did any of those surprise you? Of course, you don’t need to make an excuse for wanting a massage,
but if you are dealing with any of these health issues, it’s good to know that your regular massage habit
is helping.
For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Kittrina
Kittrina Jones, LMT
kittrina.j@gmail.com
201-822-1238
LiSacha's Beauty Lounge 603-527-8120
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