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)
Therapeutic massage aims to:
- Relieve of tired, aching muscles.
- Improve range of movement.
- Reduce tension on joints and vertebrae.
- Improve skin and muscle tone by stimulating circulation.
- Regulate blood pressure.
- Detoxify the body through stimulating the lymphatic system.
- Strengthen the immune system
- Normalise respiration.
- Improve nerve function.
- Reduce physical pain.
- Improve digestive functioning
- Balance the hormonal system.
- Decrease anxiety
- Increase 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 Practitioners Chrissy Diamond and Lorelei Messersmith will be happy to discuss any questions you may have regarding your treatment to assist in putting you at ease. Contact Chrissy or Lorelei to book your first Holistic Alignment.