1. Massage is deeply relaxing – it reduces unhealthy levels of the stress hormone Cortisol.
2. It improves the health of muscles and soft tissues, promoting circulation to affected areas, bringing in nutrients and oxygen.
3. It increases flexibility and range of movement in joints – which in turn reduces pain.
4. It improves lymphatic flow. As lymph vessels are not part of the pumped circulatory system, lymph fluids are moved as a result of muscle contraction. Massage strokes greatly stimulate this process, particularly where there is injury or illness.
5. A primary source of pain is poor posture. Massage therapy helps re-establish proper alignment.
6. Regular treatment helps strengthen the immune system, increasing resilience to illness.
7. Soft tissue therapy is good for injury prevention. It promotes healing, breaks down scar tissue and restores optimal function of the body.
8. Treatments help develop good body awareness, enabling you to listen to your body and know what it needs.
9. As muscles and tissues achieve optimal health, sporting performance is enhanced.
10. Massage therapy brings a greater sense of wellbeing. After treatment you generally feel more positive, relaxed and well.
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