How Therapeutic Massage Helps With Stress

Therapeutic massage helps restore balance, and brings the body back to normal by triggering the relaxation response. Massage also relieves many of the mental and physical problems caused by prolonged stress.

The Relaxation Response

The relaxation response is literally the flip-side of the stress response, bringing the body back to normal function. The body activates changes resulting in a “sigh of relief” –

slower heart rate
deeper breathing
more relaxed muscles
better internal circulation and digestion

Certain massage techniques, especially long smooth stroking movements, are known to trigger the relaxation response.

Physical Relief

Chronic stress often leaves chronic muscular tension, trigger points, and poor circulation.

These problems respond well to traditional massage techniques, deep tissue massage,hot stone massage and other forms of therapeutic bodywork.

Stress may also block or distort energy flow within the body. An acupressure session is a great way to re-energize the body.

Mental Relief

Massage can be thought of as a 1 hour vacation from stress – a get-a-way from life and its challenges.
During a massage you create a peaceful space and give yourself permission to relax. Recent research has confirmed that massage for relaxation reduces anxiety and increases feelings of well-being.

A Healthy Pleasure

Because it is a sensory pleasurable experience, therapeutic massage contributes to healthy immune system functioning and general well-being. Rates & Services