A massage has
a noticeable effect on the levels of hormones in your body. Studies have shown
that massage therapy increases serotonin and dopamine levels, and decreases
cortisol levels. A positive mood is correlated with positive hormones, while a
negative mood is correlated with negative hormones. Massage therapy may be
effective for treating mental health issues like depression, stress, and
anxiety because of this. During and also after one Swedish Massage, brain
function and hormone levels can be positively impacted.
The Healing Power of Touch
There is a
common expression among therapists that their touch is healing. You might be
surprised to learn that it's not just a marketing strategy. Research studies
have found that a massage with human touch boosts brain activity in different
parts, compared to a massage using a device. By using their hands, massage
therapy professionals released more serotonin and dopamine in people's minds.
Getting a quick Head Massage from your partner can improve your mood even if
you don't have time for a professional massage.
Massage
benefits go beyond relaxation
Most of us
don't book a massage until we're burned out, in pain, or injured. Massage is
usually used to relax and improve wellbeing, or to treat specific complaints
like pain or limited range of motion. Both goals may be achieved through massage
therapy.
Massage
therapy may have the following general benefits:
·
Relaxation of the physical body
·
Circulation is improved, which nourishes cells and eliminates
waste
·
Pain relief for tight muscles (knots) and other aches and pains
·
Compression of the nerves (carpal tunnel, sciatica) is released
·
Increased mobility and flexibility
·
An increase in energy and vitality
·
In addition to healing scar tissue, some clinical styles can help
repair tendons, ligaments, and muscles
The benefits
of massage include improving sleep and promoting deep rest
Our mental and physical health depends
on a good night's sleep. Besides impairing mental stability, concentration, and
focus, insufficient sleep is also associated with several chronic illnesses,
including heart disease, diabetes, and depression.
Massage
releases serotonin, a neurotransmitter necessary for the production of
melatonin. It is our body's natural sleep inducer and alerts us when it is time
to sleep.
As a result,
most people fall into a deep state of relaxation during a massage, which can
counteract the negative effects of a bad night's sleep in a similar way to
sleep.
Swedish Massage, which is very popular and is known for its gentle
techniques such as long strokes, kneading, and circular motions, is recommended
by our therapists in London.
Sports Massage, like Swedish Massage, is another great
option for those who work out regularly or engage in a particular sport.
In
addition, Deep Tissue Massage uses techniques to get down into layers of
muscles, promoting pain relief and relaxation.
Lastly,
Trigger Point Massage improves sleep
quality as it targets specific sore areas by releasing muscles.
Discuss your needs before massage therapy
Before your massage session, we recommend discussing what kind of
massage you need with your massage therapist.
You will have the best massage in London at I Love Massage London,
where we offer a variety of massage therapies to suit your needs and preferences.
You can find Massage Therapists in London and Massage Venues in
London here.
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