Massage is one of the most ancient forms of healing first recorded in China during the 2nd century B.C. In the West, Hippocrates, the father of Western Medicine, was noted to have instructed his fellow physicians on the many benefits of massage. Over the past 20 years, massage therapy has become one of the most popular forms of treatment for a variety of conditions, and for good reason!
Massage Your Stress Away
Stress can manifest in our bodies in a number of ways. The relationship between stress and illness is certainly not a new concept, and whether you endure physical or mental stress, we know the body can be aversely affected. Most of us find ways of coping with stress, either through some form of physical exercise like running or yoga, or through some form of relaxation exercise. Massage therapy is a very effective method to relieve accumulated stress and tension.
The Many Applications of Massage Therapy
Aside from being very effective in reducing stress, massage can benefit a variety of physical conditions such as back pain, whiplash, tendonitis, arthritis, tension headaches and recovery from injury or surgery. Registered Massage Therapists have a very good understanding of anatomy, physiology, and pathology of the human body. British Columbia has the highest standards of training for Massage Therapy in the world. The title of Registered Massage Therapist is uniquely reserved for those therapists trained to deal with a variety of medical conditions.
How Massage Works
Your massage therapist will use a variety of techniques that will act directly on your muscles to promote healing and relaxation. When a specific muscle group is injured or contracted, this typically leads to the tensing of other muscles surrounding the affected area. Experts suggest that tense muscles are deprived of oxygen and this in turn causes a decrease in circulation to the area. Massage improves blood circulation, decreases pain, inflammation and helps release contracted muscles, and in turn makes you feel better! If you have never used a massage therapist you are in for a treat.
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