We have all heard the saying, “I’m sick and tired of feeling sick and tired” If the same old solutions are not working for you, why not try something different, like a massage!

Ways A Massage Can Improve Your Health

Reduces Depression, Stress & Anxiety

When stress takes over, don’t reach for that bottle. When you have anxiety about your job or different things going on in your life, don’t grab for those pills. When you are feeling depressed, don’t lock yourself away. With massage, your body produces endorphins (feel-good hormones), known as serotonin and dopamine. Experiencing your therapist’s therapeutic touch can make you feel better mentally, help lower stress, and eliminate depression.

Chronic Pain

With 20% of Canadians living with chronic pain, what do you have to lose by receiving a massage? It promotes blood flow, which increases the muscle’s temperature; this will help with flexibility and elasticity while allowing the muscles to loosen and stretch. For those dealing with cancer, massage therapy was very beneficial.

Back Pain

When simple everyday things like tying your shoes or sweeping the floor cause back pain, perhaps you should visit your local RMT! Roughly about 80% of adults at some point in their lives experience back pain. When receiving a treatment, it allows the body to release stored lactic acid. It promotes the return flow of oxygen and blood to the area while helping to relax spasming muscles.

Bad Posture

When your life requires you to sit in front of the computer or stand on your feet for long periods, this can cause bad posture. Over time, rubbing the area can help with bad posture by loosening and relaxing the muscles; this allows the body to position itself naturally in a pain-free position.

Improves Flexibility

Do you find it hard to scratch your own back or reach your own feet? Mobile therapy can help with that! Your therapist will apply pressure; this stretches the muscle fibres and elongates them, helping with tissue elasticity. Your RMT can help you reach your goals by increasing strength and flexibility.

Diabetes

There were roughly 2.3 million Canadians diagnosed with diabetes in 2017. Massage therapy can help to prevent Hyperglycemia in people with diabetes. It can drop glucose levels, according to Healthline.com.

 Helps Lower Blood Pressure

Do you suffer from high blood pressure? According to stats Canada, 4.6 million people suffer the effects of this disease. Well, If you are looking for a way to lower your pressure without medication, perhaps massage can help. Blood pressure measures the blood flow force of blood against the vessel walls. If Combined with exercise and diet, this has shown to significantly reduce the risk of stroke and heart disease by increasing blood circulation within your body.

 Helps You Sleep Better

Are you having trouble falling to sleep at night or perhaps can’t stay asleep? More than 3 million Canadians suffer from sleep deprivation. It has shown that with massage therapy, your serotonin levels increase; this is a hormone that acts like melatonin, which controls your sleep and wake cycles. Not only does it help you to relax, but it can also be an excellent sleep-inducing option.

Boost Your Immune System

Someone with a strong immunity does not fall sick like others because it’s a sign of good health, and massage can play a significant role. Studies indicate this releases two certain hormones known as Cortisol and oxytocin. It causes white blood cells to increase the production, which will, in turn, improve the functionality of the immune system. When you are stressed, Cortisol will be released, causing anxiety, emotional imbalance and the release of too much sugar, but oxytocin will improve your mood. Although the two hormones are useful in the body, it must have an average balance.

Condition Your Skin

Massage can raise skin temperature while increasing blood circulation. It stimulates oil glands, increasing oil production. It can improve your overall skin condition while reducing dryness.

So If you are looking to improve your health, have a better quality of life and feel better overall, then it is time to book a massage today. I’m sure you won’t regret it!