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Stress management and relaxation
Stress can lead to chronic
muscular tension, headaches, fatigue, anxiety, depression, sleep
disorders, digestive problems and a host of other symptoms.
Massage helps to rest and refresh the mind and body. During massage
the body releases endorphins and calming neurotransmitters which sooth
nerves , relax muscles and provide an overall sense of well being.
Improved muscle physiology
Massage speeds the
removal of metabolic waste products allowing more oxygen and nutrients to
replenish each cell. This reduces muscle fatigue and helps muscles
to recover from both over use and inactivity 75% faster than through rest
alone. Massage prior to exercise loosens, warms and readies the
muscles for intensive use, thereby preventing injury and increasing
performance. Post-event massage alleviates pain and stiffness,
allowing the athlete to return to optimum performance sooner.
Increased circulation of
blood and lymph
A rise in blood and lymph
circulation is the most widely recognized physiological effect of massage
therapy.
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