Apart from the obvious pleasure of receiving massage, the actual effect massage has on the body is quite dramatic. The benefits to your health are abundant and all contribute to a definite feeling of well being and rejuvenated health. Some of the physiological effects of massage include:
Massage increases circulation of blood, assisting tissue rejuvenation.
Massage stimulates lymph flow, increasing the elimination of wastes and toxic substances.
Massage aids in dispersing edema following injury, lessening inflammation and alleviating pain.
Massage stretches connective tissue, preventing adhesions and facilitating movement.
Massage relaxes muscle spasm and soothes muscle tension.
Massage has a sedative and stimulating affect on the body, depending on the type and length of the massage.
