Is it a waste of money to have a massage? Are you just paying to have your back rubbed? Massage is far more than that and although the benefits are varied, whichever type of massage you opt for the results are similar. Sports and muscle injuries may benefit from a specific types of massage, such as a Swedish massage.
If there are any benefits, is it worth paying to have a massage or not? Massage has had a place in the healing tradition of the far East for thousands of years. But in the West massage was only introduced into Europe a couple of hundred years ago, and even later into the USA.
In traditional healing it was normal practice for the medical practitioner to prescribe a massage, this could have been as a stand alone therapy or in combination with other therapies, such as diet, exercise or medicines that would have been taken internally.
There are many different types of massage therapy used in the West, and new ones are sometimes developed which are then incorporated into use. The art of massage is evolving all of the time, scientists keep finding more and more benefits, and so this therapy has gradually become incorporated into main stream medicine.
If asked the majority of people would tell you that massage is used to relax you, but I have to say that it does far more than that. Although saying that the benefits are similar for every type of massage, each method does bring their own unique technique to create healing in the body.
Each person is different, so one type of massage may suit one person but not another. If you have tried massage before but didn't think you got any benefit from it, try a different type of massage which may suit you better. At different times you may benefit from a different type of massage, you should try to get into the habit of listening to your body's needs.
One of the primary benefits of massage is relaxation, which can be very difficult to achieve, that is unless you happen to be into meditation. You live in a very stressful world and you were never designed to live your life as you do, rushing around and never finding time to relax. Yes of course your ancestors had stressful lives, but their stress came in short bursts, not continuous all day every day like yours is.
You live in a very stressful world, your pace of life is most likely far too hectic, do you rush around all day long busy doing something every minute of the day. If that sounds like you then you may be heading for health problems in the future, may be you are already feeling exhausted both mentally and physically.
Pollution in the air, chemicals in your food and water puts a variety of toxins into your body. Add to that stress, muscle tension and a little exercise, there is no wonder you do not feel 100%. A good massage will address some of these problems, tension will ease, toxins will be excreted out of the body easily and best of all you will be able to relax.
On the physical level a good massage will leave you feeling invigorated, when you have finished your massage you may feel as if you are walking on air.
A good massage will increase the circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid through the muscles, assisting in the removal of any accumulated toxins. These toxins can interfere with cells working properly, the toxic load of the body can build up to such high levels that great health is not possible. One of the ways to help the body is to have a massage.
By the very nature of manipulation, massage is able to help prevent injury when used as part of a regular training session. Massage is a very physical therapy and by manipulating the surface and deep muscle is able to increase mobility and reduce stiffness.
Many scientific studies confirm that massage therapy can:
Reduce heart rate.
Lower blood pressure (if high).
Increase blood circulation and lymphatic flow.
Relax stiffened and tense muscles while stimulating weak and inactive muscles to compensate for lack of movement due to an illness or an injury.
Increases endorphins.
Anxiety and tension is reduced.
This list is very impressive, but I am sure over the next few years the scientists will find even more benefits of massage.
The type of treatment offered by skilled masseurs combines healing techniques which work with the natural healing powers of your body to bring about wholeness to your mind, body and spirit.
Of course, it is recommended that anyone with any severe condition or chronic pain should consult with a licensed medical professional before embarking on a massage. Also any well trained massage therapist will be able to tell you if it is wise for you to have a massage or not. - 15465
If there are any benefits, is it worth paying to have a massage or not? Massage has had a place in the healing tradition of the far East for thousands of years. But in the West massage was only introduced into Europe a couple of hundred years ago, and even later into the USA.
In traditional healing it was normal practice for the medical practitioner to prescribe a massage, this could have been as a stand alone therapy or in combination with other therapies, such as diet, exercise or medicines that would have been taken internally.
There are many different types of massage therapy used in the West, and new ones are sometimes developed which are then incorporated into use. The art of massage is evolving all of the time, scientists keep finding more and more benefits, and so this therapy has gradually become incorporated into main stream medicine.
If asked the majority of people would tell you that massage is used to relax you, but I have to say that it does far more than that. Although saying that the benefits are similar for every type of massage, each method does bring their own unique technique to create healing in the body.
Each person is different, so one type of massage may suit one person but not another. If you have tried massage before but didn't think you got any benefit from it, try a different type of massage which may suit you better. At different times you may benefit from a different type of massage, you should try to get into the habit of listening to your body's needs.
One of the primary benefits of massage is relaxation, which can be very difficult to achieve, that is unless you happen to be into meditation. You live in a very stressful world and you were never designed to live your life as you do, rushing around and never finding time to relax. Yes of course your ancestors had stressful lives, but their stress came in short bursts, not continuous all day every day like yours is.
You live in a very stressful world, your pace of life is most likely far too hectic, do you rush around all day long busy doing something every minute of the day. If that sounds like you then you may be heading for health problems in the future, may be you are already feeling exhausted both mentally and physically.
Pollution in the air, chemicals in your food and water puts a variety of toxins into your body. Add to that stress, muscle tension and a little exercise, there is no wonder you do not feel 100%. A good massage will address some of these problems, tension will ease, toxins will be excreted out of the body easily and best of all you will be able to relax.
On the physical level a good massage will leave you feeling invigorated, when you have finished your massage you may feel as if you are walking on air.
A good massage will increase the circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid through the muscles, assisting in the removal of any accumulated toxins. These toxins can interfere with cells working properly, the toxic load of the body can build up to such high levels that great health is not possible. One of the ways to help the body is to have a massage.
By the very nature of manipulation, massage is able to help prevent injury when used as part of a regular training session. Massage is a very physical therapy and by manipulating the surface and deep muscle is able to increase mobility and reduce stiffness.
Many scientific studies confirm that massage therapy can:
Reduce heart rate.
Lower blood pressure (if high).
Increase blood circulation and lymphatic flow.
Relax stiffened and tense muscles while stimulating weak and inactive muscles to compensate for lack of movement due to an illness or an injury.
Increases endorphins.
Anxiety and tension is reduced.
This list is very impressive, but I am sure over the next few years the scientists will find even more benefits of massage.
The type of treatment offered by skilled masseurs combines healing techniques which work with the natural healing powers of your body to bring about wholeness to your mind, body and spirit.
Of course, it is recommended that anyone with any severe condition or chronic pain should consult with a licensed medical professional before embarking on a massage. Also any well trained massage therapist will be able to tell you if it is wise for you to have a massage or not. - 15465
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