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Benefits of Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork & other Wellness Services
Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork, Chiropractic Care, Energy Healing, Acupressure or Reflexology techniques can be given occasionally to help an individual relax and release the stress held within their muscles.
Ideally however, these therapies have even greater benefits when received on a more consistent, ongoing basis. This allows for the effects of the healing process to become cumulative and to begin making lasting improvements within the body, as well as, the mind & the soul.
If you value good health & overall well-being, then don't delay...experience the many proven benefits of natural healing for yourself right away by reserving a session with Vista Massage & Wellness Studio. Call us at (317) 883-4966 today. You'll be glad you did!
Many studies have shown that ongoing sessions of Therapeutic Massage, Bodywork and other natural wellness therapies have proven benefits for individuals with the any of the following health conditions:
· Back Aches
· Pregnancy
· Headaches
· Arthritis
· Chronic Pain
· Fibromyalgia
· Sprains & Strains
· Muscle Pain or Spasms
· Stress, Tension & Anxiety
· Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
· Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
· Sub-acute injuries, such as car accidents
Physical Benefits of Massage Therapy/Bodywork:
· Improves posture
· Reduces blood pressure
· Reduces muscle spasms
· Post-operative rehabilitation
· Strengthens the immune system
· Treats musculoskeletal problems
· Promotes deeper & easier breathing
· Alleviates discomfort during pregnancy
· Helps relieve stress and aids relaxation
· Helps relieve muscle tension & stiffness
· Enhances the health & nourishment of skin
· Provides greater joint flexibility & range of motion
· Helps relieve tension-related headaches & effects of eye strain
· Improves circulation of the blood and movement of the lymph fluids
· Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments; reduces pain and swelling; reduces formation of excessive scar tissue
· Enhances athletic performance; treats injuries caused in sport or work
Mental Benefits of Massage Therapy/Bodywork:
· Emotional Benefits
· Fosters peace of mind
· Creates body awareness
· Reduces levels of anxiety
· Helps relieve mental stress
· Fosters a feeling of well-being
· Increases mind-body connection
· Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness
· Satisfies the need for caring & nurturing touch
· Enhances the capacity for calm thinking and creativity
· Improves ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately
(Provided by American Massage Therapy Association)
And Remember: Not only can holistic therapies be helpful for improving poor health, but regular Massage Therapy, Reflexology, Skin Care or Energy Healing sessions also make a wonderful complement to healthy lifestyle choices, such as preventative medicine, diet, exercise, yoga, meditation or chiropractic care.
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Therapeutic Massage - How to Increase its Benefits
Written by Michael Russell
You've Probably heard about therapeutic massage and its many benefits. Perhaps you've already experienced it.
Here are a few suggestions to help you get the most from your massage sessions:
- If you've never had a massage before, make sure you tell your therapist. That way they can give you more information about what they are doing before, during & after the session.
- If you're really not sure you'd like a long table massage, or can't afford one, try a chair massage first. Check your local day spas and natural food stores for availability. If they offer chair massage, your session could be as short as five minutes and you probably won't need to make an appt.
- Allow time at the beginning and end of the session to change your clothes, talk to the therapist and arrange payment. If you have to rush in or out of the session you won't get the full benefits of the massage and may even feel like you wasted your money because you got stressed out again so quickly.
- If you're getting a half-hour or longer treatment, you will probably need to fill out some forms before your first session.
Even if you don't, or if this is not your first visit, make sure you tell the therapist about the following:
- pain, stiffness, numbness, etc. - where it's located and how long you've had it
- any recent trauma you've had, for example, a car accident, fall, or surgical procedure
- allergies (for example, if you're allergic to sesame seeds, you don't want the therapist to use sesame oil for your massage)
- what kind of work you do, or any activity you do a lot of (for example, driving, lifting and carrying, or working at a computer)
- any serious or chronic illness you currently have (for example,diabetes or cancer) and how it's being treated
- any contagious illness you currently have (for example, a head cold or strep throat) and how it's being treated
This information will help your therapist design a treatment session that will be more helpful to you.
- You don't have to carry on a conversation with the therapist during the session if you don't want to, but do make sure you tell them if something they're is doing is uncomfortable for you. If you are very stiff or stressed out, you may not find all the different parts of your massage to be enjoyable, but the treatment should never hurt so much that you find yourself tensing up in order to "take the pain". If that happens, tell the therapist to lighten up. Massage is supposed to relax you, not make you tighter. (A lot of people who've had massage feel something they call "good pain". It's hard for them to describe, but when asked about it they say an area hurts some but also "it feels good to have it worked on". They are also not feeling like they have to stiffen up during this time.)
- You shouldn't have to take off all of your clothes if you're uncomfortable with that. As a matter of fact, you can still get a good massage even if you keep all your clothes on (just wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing). But please make sure the therapist knows this before the massage starts.
- If you are so relaxed after your treatment that you feel sleepy or "spacey", take time to wake yourself up before you drive home. You can do this by splashing water on your face, stretching or taking a brief walk, or if it's cold outside, just breathing deeply. Just do whatever you need to do to be alert for your drive.
These few simple steps are not that hard. But if you follow them, you'll find yourself enjoying your massage even more than you thought you would.
Article reprinted with permission from www.TheBodyHelp.com
Therapeutic Massage - How to Increase its Benefits
Written by Michael Russell
You've Probably heard about therapeutic massage and its many benefits. Perhaps you've already experienced it.
Here are a few suggestions to help you get the most from your massage sessions:
- If you've never had a massage before, make sure you tell your therapist. That way they can give you more information about what they are doing before, during & after the session.
- If you're really not sure you'd like a long table massage, or can't afford one, try a chair massage first. Check your local day spas and natural food stores for availability. If they offer chair massage, your session could be as short as five minutes and you probably won't need to make an appt.
- Allow time at the beginning and end of the session to change your clothes, talk to the therapist and arrange payment. If you have to rush in or out of the session you won't get the full benefits of the massage and may even feel like you wasted your money because you got stressed out again so quickly.
- If you're getting a half-hour or longer treatment, you will probably need to fill out some forms before your first session.
Even if you don't, or if this is not your first visit, make sure you tell the therapist about the following:
- pain, stiffness, numbness, etc. - where it's located and how long you've had it
- any recent trauma you've had, for example, a car accident, fall, or surgical procedure
- allergies (for example, if you're allergic to sesame seeds, you don't want the therapist to use sesame oil for your massage)
- what kind of work you do, or any activity you do a lot of (for example, driving, lifting and carrying, or working at a computer)
- any serious or chronic illness you currently have (for example,diabetes or cancer) and how it's being treated
- any contagious illness you currently have (for example, a head cold or strep throat) and how it's being treated
This information will help your therapist design a treatment session that will be more helpful to you.
- You don't have to carry on a conversation with the therapist during the session if you don't want to, but do make sure you tell them if something they're is doing is uncomfortable for you. If you are very stiff or stressed out, you may not find all the different parts of your massage to be enjoyable, but the treatment should never hurt so much that you find yourself tensing up in order to "take the pain". If that happens, tell the therapist to lighten up. Massage is supposed to relax you, not make you tighter. (A lot of people who've had massage feel something they call "good pain". It's hard for them to describe, but when asked about it they say an area hurts some but also "it feels good to have it worked on". They are also not feeling like they have to stiffen up during this time.)
- You shouldn't have to take off all of your clothes if you're uncomfortable with that. As a matter of fact, you can still get a good massage even if you keep all your clothes on (just wear loose-fitting, comfortable clothing). But please make sure the therapist knows this before the massage starts.
- If you are so relaxed after your treatment that you feel sleepy or "spacey", take time to wake yourself up before you drive home. You can do this by splashing water on your face, stretching or taking a brief walk, or if it's cold outside, just breathing deeply. Just do whatever you need to do to be alert for your drive.
These few simple steps are not that hard. But if you follow them, you'll find yourself enjoying your massage even more than you thought you would.
Article reprinted with permission from www.TheBodyHelp.com