Since March is American Red Cross month, I thought I would take the time to share some of the blood related benefits of massage including increasing circulation and lowering blood pressure.
The fact that massage therapy improves circulation is a tremendous benefit! When you exercise regularly and eat properly, massage can be the key to leading a healthier lifestyle. The long term effects of massage therapy are much more than just skin deep. Better circulation is part of the chain reaction that happens in the body as a result of receiving massages on a regular basis.
Improved Circulation Benefits:
- Lowers blood pressure
- Improves body function
- Enhances blood flow
- Moves waste away from muscles and internal organs
One of the most effective ways to stave off high blood pressure is massage therapy. A consistent massage is shown by a number of long term studies that getting frequent massages can decrease diastolic and systolic blood pressure; decrease salivary and urinary cortisol stress-hormone levels; and lower sources for anxiety, hostility and depression.
The ultimate goal of most massage programs is to produce a pain free and relaxing lifestyle. The end result of having your blood pressure controlled is certainly only one of the many benefits of massage therapy.
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