Benefits of Massage

Massage therapy can work wonders for your health. While many people find the pleasure of stress relief reason enough to get a massage, there are remarkable health benefits. From helping you to get a better night’s sleep to boosting your immune system, getting a massage is an excellent way to increase your health and your quality of life.

One of the key benefits of massage is better sleep. Insomnia, a habitual inability to achieve sleep, is quite often the result of some combination of stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. You may develop insomnia from work-related stress and long hours. Worse, sleep deprivation produces a buildup of pain-causing chemicals in the body.

The good news is that massage can make a tremendous difference. A massage will help your nervous system to relax, dispelling the tension of stress, worry, and fear. Massage also stimulates a release of serotonin, which is the natural way our bodies combat chemicals that cause pain and depression.

And best of all, it turns out getting a good night’s sleep has plenty of amazing health benefits. People who get enough sleep have a lower risk of obesity and long-term diseases, are less prone to substance abuse, and are actually more productive at work.

A second major benefit of massage therapy is increased immune function. An entire field of study, psychoneuroimmunology, has been created to study the connections between mental health and physical health.

What the findings all indicate is that stress places a significant burden on the immune system.

The demands stress places on the body, specifically through the stress hormone cortisol, result in the production of fewer of the T-cells our bodies need to fight infection, the gamma interferons that boost our immunity, and the natural “killer cells” that fight tumors and viral infections.

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To learn more about a massage experience, contact About Touch Massage & Acupuncture today. Discuss your preferences, sensitivities, and specific areas of focus. Many spas and wellness centers offer a variety of essential oil options, allowing you to customize your aromatic journey. In the pursuit of holistic well-being, the addition of aromatherapy to a massage proves to be a harmonious union. The therapeutic benefits, ranging from stress relief to enhanced sleep quality, make it a valuable enhancement to the massage experience. As you sink into the massage table, enveloped in the soothing scents of carefully selected essential oils, you embark on a sensory journey that not only rejuvenates the body but also nourishes the soul. At About Touch, we use aromatherapy to transform a routine massage into an aromatic symphony, inviting you to escape, relax, and indulge in the holistic benefits of this sensory delight. Our top-reviewed massage and acupuncture clinic also provides massage therapy for stiff muscles, muscle knots, injuries, and relaxation.  Book your appointment now or call 541-484-3055.