Things About Massage That You Should Know

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Things About Massage That You Should Know
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• We have a perspective about massage that it is
  only good for relaxation. But actually, it gives
  you more than just that. There are many
  researches conducted proving its many benefits
  whether in health, spiritual or emotional
  aspects. The following are just some of the
  benefits massage can give.

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Alleviate low back pain and improve range of
motion

• Massage is perfect in treating low back pain
  caused by muscle tension and strain as it targets
  the muscles directly. It also improves range of
  motion and flexibility by working on muscles,
  connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and
  joints.

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Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow- the
bodys natural defense system

• Having a massage boosts the immune system. Groups
  were being studied and Swedish massage group
  showed significant improvement in their immune
  system compared to the participants who had light
  touching treatment.

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Help athletes of any level prepare for, and
recover from, strenuous workouts

• Athletes may achieve positive effects if they opt
  for massage pre or post-event. Massage acts to
  improve performance, reduce pain, prevent injury,
  encourage focus and shorten recovery time.

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Improve the condition of the bodys largest organ
- the skin

• One surprising benefit of massage is when it
  stimulates the blood flow. That is why, regular
  gentle rubbing and kneading will keep your face
  looking healthy and radiant.

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Reduce post surgery adhesion and swelling

• After surgery, there is always swelling,
  stiffness and body flexibility. Massage such as
  the deep tissue technique can be a great way to
  release adhesions that occur after surgery.

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Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital
organs, improving circulations

• Massage has been proven to improve the bodys
  circulation process and because of this, oxygen
  and nutrients are properly pumped into the
  different tissues and vital organs of the body,
  allowing them to function correctly.

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Release endorphin- amino acids that work as the
bodys natural painkiller

• Endorphin is our bodys natural pain killer. As
  many studies have proven, massage can stimulate
  the release of endorphin, assisting in the relief
  of mild to chronic pain.

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Ease medication dependence

• Massage does not only gives you pure relaxation,
  it also has hundreds of medical benefits to our
  body. Regular massage treatment can minimize
  medication dependence.

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Reduce Spasms and cramping

• Muscle spasm or cramps occur by surprise. There
  are many massages suitable when you experience
  cramps. Sports massage is good for muscle
  soreness before and after any type of exercise.

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Lessen Depression and anxiety

• Early research says that a 30-minute daily
  massage therapy given to depressed adolescents
  over a 5 day period can help improve their mood
  and behavior.

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Relieve migraine pain

• Actual study showed significant result after a
  Thai Massage compared to the randomized-controlled
  group who received treatment via ultrasound.

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