Benefits of Massage
Below you will find an overview of the many benefits of massage. This is by no means a complete list. The true extent of the benefits of massage are far reaching and ever evolving. For specific questions regarding massage benefits or to schedule your appointment, please get in contact with us.
Massage can:
- Alleviate low-back pain.
- Improve range of motion.
- Assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays.
- May ease medication dependence by decreasing the need for pain pills as massage helps to decrease pain.
- Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body's natural defense system.
- Tone and stretch weak, tight or atrophied muscles.
- Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.
- Improve the condition of the body's largest organ—the skin.
- Increase joint flexibility.
- Lessen depression and anxiety.
- Promote tissue regeneration and reduce scar tissue.
- By improving circulation, pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.
- Aid in the healing process if regular massage is received prior to surgery.
- Reduce post surgery adhesions and swelling.
- Reduce spasms and cramping.
- Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles.
- May stimulate the release of endorphins—amino acids that work as the body's natural painkiller.
- Relieve migraine pain and possibly eliminate tension headaches or migraines.
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• Cigna
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Address:
Kneading Wellness
Melissa D'Haene, LMP
1012 Dupont St.
Bellingham, WA 98225
Phone:
(425) 381-1722
Email:
melissa@kneading-wellness.net
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