The Soothing Relaxing Effect Massage Therapy Has On The Mind And Body

In modern times, massage therapy is not always recognized as a primary mode of healing in our day to day living. In the West, people often consider this practice as a mere indulgence or even a luxury especially during really stressful days.

Just a few people know that massage therapy has a tension-releasing effect that is rooted in a long history of addressing different forms of ailments. For centuries, in the East, massage therapy is actually a widely used form of healing and the fact that it is still being used today suggests the astonishing staying power and the genuine effectiveness of this therapy. It has a whole host of interesting benefits some of which includes its cost-effectiveness and its soothing relaxing effect on the mind and body.

For people suffering from a lot of physical discomfort, massage therapy is an ideal treatment. It is a perfect option for people who are in pain. Even hospitals offering physical therapy provide massage care for patients requiring rehabilitation of their injuries.

Regular massages can also be availed of by adults suffering from high blood pressure. Studies show that massage therapy can actually reduce hypertension, a common disease seen in older people.

Because massages can bring about total rejuvenation and relaxation, it plays a major role in general wellness and health. Massages keep you revitalized enabling you to face the day filled with vim and vigor. They also can lower your levels of stress, which is quite an important thing to consider since stress has been proven to kill cells that are especially important for immunity. Since massages prevent us from feeling stressed, in a way it contributes to good health.

And obviously, is there anything more important than being and staying happy? While we now know that massages bring about good health they also are an incredibly effective way to feel happy and there are some studies to prove it. These studies show, that in a light massage, the body produces and releases considerable level of the happy hormone oxytocin, that’s connected with the feelings of contentment.

These are just some of the numerous benefits one can gain from getting massage therapy. It indeed is a legitimate and viable option to medical treatment.

Steven Goldfarb, L.Ac. is a board certified and licensed acupuncturist and the founder of Goldfarb Chiropractic and Acupuncture Center in West Orange, NJ.