Why You Probably Need More Frequent Massages
We all think of getting a massage as a good thing. Often it is mentioned as a way to decompress or de-stress, and there is good reason for that. Massage is a term used to describe pressing, rubbing and manipulating your skin, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. It may range from light stroking to very deep pressure and can include many different types:
- Deep Massage. This technique uses slow and forceful strokes that target the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue and is most commonly used to help heal damages to muscle from injuries.
- Swedish Massage. A gentle form of massage that uses long strokes and kneading, as well as deep circular movements, vibration, and tapping to help energize and relax the recipient.
- Sports Massage. Similar to Swedish Massage, this type is geared towards people that are involved in sports-related activities and has been formulated to help prevent or treat injuries.
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Massage is considered to be a part of integrative and complementary medicine and is increasingly being offered along with standard medical treatments for a wide range of medical conditions. Studies of the benefits of massage are showing that it is an effective treatment for the reduction of stress, pain, and muscle tension, and can also be helpful for some of these issues:
- Anxiety
- Digestive disorders
- Fibromyalgia
- Headaches
- Insomnia
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Soft tissue strains or injuries
- Sports injuries
- Joint pain
A massage session can last anywhere from 10 to 90 minutes, and this depends on the type of massage you decide on. No matter which one you choose, you can expect to feel calm and relaxed during, and after, your massage. Your session should not be painful, and if you experience pain, speak up right away.
Massage is not just a way to indulge or pamper yourself, although there’s really nothing wrong with that! This discipline is also a great way to help you take charge of your health and well-being, whether you have a specific health condition that you are dealing with or you are just looking for a way to alleviate some stress and its after-effects. The world that we live in can be hard to handle, and a good massage can make it a bit more bearable. That’s why we say here at Urban Oasis of Nashville that you probably need more frequent massages. Come to see us!
