Research has shown Massage Therapy provides many healthful benefits. Below are listed just a few of the benefits it can provide.
- Calms the nervous system by turning down the fight or flight response
- Relaxes muscle tension
- Improves circulation
- Increases flow of oxygen and nutrients to the tissues
- Promotes flexibility
- Improves health and mobility of joints
- Improves posture and coordination
- Lowers blood pressure
- Enhances restful sleep by increasing serotonin and decreasing cortisol levels
- Speeds healing from injuries and surgery
- Increases vitality, energy and mental alertness
- Reduces pain and soreness from tight muscles
- Helps eliminate toxins from the body