Restorative Motions
-Airdrie-
Massage
Therapy
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Today, we think of Massage Therapy as hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of the body. Specifically focusing on the muscles, tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints for the purpose of optimizing health.
For thousands of years,
literatue from all over the world mentioned kneading, pressing, anointing and Rubbing as a healing
practice.
What is Massage Therapy?
Massage Therapy Benefits
Relaxes, and
relieves sore and
tired muscles, as well
as Helps to relieve stiff and aching joints
Encourages sleep, thus helping with insomnia and other sleep issues
Improves
the blood circulation
through the body, bringing more oxygen and nutrients into surrounding tissues
It helps to free adhesions, and Can help limit scar tissue forming after injuries. Masssage can also help to break down existing scar tissue, and decrease inflammation
Massage can
help to release muscles that are pressing on nerves... therefore relieving pain or tingling in
arms and legs
Regular massage can actually increase white blood cells, strengthening your immune system
Reduce swelling by increasing lymphatic drainage, while promoting rapid removal of
toxins and waste
products from
the body
create a feeling of
well-being
and enhanced
self-esteem
helps temporarily to decrease blood pressure, due to dilation of capillaries
Massage helps
to reduce pain by releasing endorphins (endorphins are known to elevate the mood)
Massage
can help to
ease emotional trauma through relaxation