Booking a Massage appointment used to be considered a luxury. Nowadays we are coming to realize that Massage Therapy is a vital component in maintaining your health. World wide studies have shown that in addition to easing sore muscles, reducing joint pain and helping soft tissue strains or injuries, massage promotes relaxation, reduces anxiety, and helps your body manage stress. Massage reduces levels of the stress hormone Cortisol. This lifts ones spirit and lowers the blood pressure. Massage has a balancing effect on the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin which can help manage depression.

According to Health Magazine massage can also promote healthy sleep patterns. Massage Therapy has a balancing effect on the brains delta waves which are associated with good deep sleep. The immune system function is enhanced by massage  it boosts the production of white blood cells vital components that help us get well from disease and it also helps the lymphatic system reduce  damaging edema in the bodies cells.

Many people today rely on Massage Therapy to relieve pain. According to a report published recently in the American College of Physicians’ ” Annals of Internal Medicine, ” massage helps people in pain feel and function better than those who do not receive treatment. Massage Therapy  can alleviate stiffness and pain and promote a better range of motion. Massage Therapy can reduce risks for migraine headaches and decrease pain from tension headaches.

Massage Therapy is also a Natural beauty enhancer by stimulating the circulatory system bringing vital nutrients to our body cells residing in our tissues ,organs and glands and draining excess fluid in the body. This is a great formula to get rid of facial puffiness and bring a polished glow to the complexion, hair and nails.

Massage Therapy is a much more accessible therapy today. Right in your own town there may be private Licensed Massage Therapists (LMT.) or Day Spas that have Massage Therapy on their menus you may find your chiropractic office offers massage. There are many kinds of Massage Therapy when you inquire ask them to help you figure out the type of Massage Therapy that will fit your needs. Make sure your therapist is Licensed in the states that require it or certified if that is the legal requirement in the area you live. Ask them about their training and what their philosophy is  in other words get to know them get a feel for them so that you will feel comfortable working with them to achieve improved health and wellness.