Health benefits of massage

Massage

In Nigeria, it is common to get a Massage only during celebratory period. As far as most Nigerians are concerned, Massage is a form of leisure for the nouveau riche and high-flying individuals. There is the tendency to think of a Massage as a way to pamper and some form of special treatment. But Massage is much more than a momentary feel-good treatment.

Lying in a tranquil room, in a relaxed atmosphere, on a Massage table with lights dimmed, candles lit in the background and the essence of lavender or other aromatherapy oils piercing through the warm air certainly sounds like the perfect way to end a busy day on a good note. However, the purpose of Massage is not just for relaxation, it imbibes many medicinal benefits too.

Massage has many important health benefits. In fact, Massages can help an individual maintain physical, mental, and emotional well-being, especially when it is part of the individual’s regular wellness routine.

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There is a school of thought that suggests that getting a Massage once in a while is okay, but the thing is, the work the therapist does in each session builds on itself, helping one’s body maintain its relaxed state and one’s muscles to remain pliable even during times of physical and mental stress.

Here Are 25 Reasons To Get A Massage

  1. Relieve stress
  2. Relieve postoperative pain
  3. Reduce anxiety
  4. Manage low-back pain
  5. Help fibromyalgia pain
  6. Reduce muscle tension
  7. Enhance exercise performance
  8. Relieve tension headaches
  9. Sleep better
  10. Ease symptoms of depression
  11. Improve cardiovascular health
  12. Reduce the pain of osteoarthritis
  13. Decrease stress in cancer patients
  14. Improve balance in older adults
  15. Decrease rheumatoid arthritis pain
  16. Temper effects of dementia
  17. Promote relaxation
  18. Lower blood pressure
  19. Decrease symptoms of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  20. Help chronic neck pain
  21. Lower joint replacement pain
  22. Increase range of motion
  23. Decrease migraine frequency
  24. Improve quality of life in hospice care
  25. Reduce chemotherapy-related nausea

The practice of using Massage as a healing method derives from customs and techniques rooted in ancient history. Research shows that Massages could heal injuries, relieve pain, reduce stress, prevent and cure illnesses. Massages can even promote the release of the built-up toxins in the body which are causes of numerous health problems.

Massage is becoming increasingly popular as people are realizing the medicinal benefits that it has to offer. Unlike medications, Massages have no long-term or short-term side-effects.

Not only does it feel good, Massages can also improve one’s health and quality of life.