Therapeutic Massage: The process of relaxation induced by therapeutic massage cannot be underestimated, as it stimulates every system within the body.
All bodily systems have an overlapping effect where one function triggers a chain reaction throughout the entire body. The following systems beneficially affected by therapeutic massage include:
- Muscular (muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia/connective tissue)
- Skeletal (joints, joint capsules, bones, disks, bursae)
- Integumentary (skin)
- Circulatory (heart, liver, blood vessels, capillaries, veins arteries)
- Lymphatic (spleen, lymphatic vessels, lymph nodes)
- Respiratory (lungs, respiratory muscles, ribcage)
- Nervous (nerves, spinal cord, brain)
- Endocrine/Hormonal system (hypothalamus, pituitary, pineal, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, reproductive, pancreas)
- Digestive system (oral cavity, stomach, large and small intestines)
- Urinary (kidneys)
Some of the benefits experienced through therapeutic massage may include:
- Relief of tired, aching muscles.
- Improving range of movement.
- Taking tension off joints and vertebrae.
- Improving skin and muscle tone by stimulating circulation.
- Regulating blood pressure.
- Detoxifying the body through stimulating the lymphatic system.
- Strengthening the immune system
- Normalizing respiration.
- Improving nerve function.
- Reducing physical pain.
- Improved digestive functioning
- Balancing the hormonal system.
- Decreasing anxiety
- Increasing feelings of wellbeing.
Techniques involved in therapeutic massage include smooth flowing massage strokes, kneading, friction, compression, rocking, vibration, holding techniques, and relaxation breathing.
Holistic Alignment offers a variety of treatments to suit your unique needs. Our Holistic Practitioner Chrissy Diamond will be happy to discuss any questions you may have regarding your treatment to assist in putting you at ease. Contact Chrissy Diamond to book your first Holistic Alignment.