Although typically associated with relaxation, there are many surprising benefits to massage therapy that you might not expect. Oftentimes, when people hear “massage” they immediately think of a private massage session that’s geared towards relaxation, or an indulgence in self-pampering. While this association is neither negative nor incorrect, there is a whole other world of different types of massage therapy techniques that have varying effects and benefits other than just relaxation.
Studies have shown that massage therapy can lower cortisol levels, increase dopamine and serotonin, and lower excitatory hormones like norepinephrine and epinephrine. If you have too much norepinephrine and epinephrine, it can lead to feelings of anxiety. And having too little dopamine and serotonin can cause depression and other psychological problems.
Decreases tightness, achiness, and heaviness
Increases function of the immune system
Decreases fibrotic scar tissue from surgical procedures
Preventative treatment for lymphedema as well as curative
Bring clarity and understanding to your condition
Although typically associated with relaxation, there are many surprising benefits to massage therapy that you might not expect. Oftentimes, when people hear “massage” they immediately think of a private massage session that’s geared towards relaxation, or an indulgence in self-pampering. While this association is neither negative nor incorrect, there is a whole other world of different types of massage therapy techniques that have varying effects and benefits other than just relaxation.
Studies have shown that massage therapy can lower cortisol levels, increase dopamine and serotonin, and lower excitatory hormones like norepinephrine and epinephrine. If you have too much norepinephrine and epinephrine, it can lead to feelings of anxiety. And having too little dopamine and serotonin can cause depression and other psychological problems.
Decreases tightness, achiness, and heaviness
Increases function of the immune system
Decreases fibrotic scar tissue from surgical procedures
Preventative treatment for lymphedema as well as curative
Bring clarity and understanding to your condition