Holistic Therapeutic BenefitsHolistic massage offers many benefits. Just the mere experience of safe touch itself is emotionally nourishing, and many of us don't get as much of it as we need in our lives.
Not only is this gentle therapy a safe way of being touched in a neutral and supportive context, but it has a lot to offer anyone who is adversely affected by stress, pain, or immobility... Holistic bodywork is a pleasant, positive, and effective way to relax, recuperate and recover from burnout, shock, stress, illness and injury. |
Holistic De-stress TreatmentsA de-stress session can take you into a profound state of peace, switch off the chattering thoughts, and allow you to float in serenity.
By allowing yourself to be touched with compassion, you nourish your heart and ease your burdens. Rhythmic, slow, flowing movements all serve to relax, soften, and slow down the rhythm of your awareness. This is real time-out, and a wonderful way to help yourself put aside the demands and stresses of your life. The inner journey of ease and tranquillity that a de-stress massage can offer has been quantified scientifically. Research has found that massage therapy causes an increase in delta waves, lowers cortisol levels, and increases blood levels of serotonin and dopamine. This means that an effective holistic de-stress treatment boosts immunity, and helps with insomnia, anxiety, depression, pain, stress and exhaustion. Holistic treatment for HIV and AIDSStudies on the effects of therapeutic and holistic massage have shown measurable improvements in the immune system of HIV positive recipients, and decreased stress levels.
These benefits are more marked with deep pressure and meridian-work, and if treatments are done once or twice weekly. It is imperative that the therapist be free of infections such as flu, that she may pass on to an immune-compromised client. The therapist also needs to check that neither the client nor the therapist have open wounds. Thereafter, no special precautions are necessary. |
Holistic Pain ReliefIf it is not contra-indicated, pressure directly over a painful area can usually bring relief.
However, massage doesn’t have to be focused on a ‘problem area’ to bring benefits. Studies show that just about any kind of bodywork can lower pain, because massage therapy lowers the levels of a neuro-chemical in the body (substance P) that is associated with higher levels of pain. Massage therapy has been shown to reduce morning stiffness in Rheumatoid Arthritis. Holistic Treatment of InflammationMassage lowers cortisol levels. Elevated cortisol levels weaken immunity and increase inflammation. High cortisol levels are also associated with stress and burn-out.
So bodywork reduces inflammation, and boosts a healthy immune system. Lowers Blood PressureStudies have shown that holistic bodywork consistently helps lower high blood pressure.
It is believed that this is because holistic bodywork affects the vagus nerve, which is an important regulator of blood pressure. |
A Healthier DigestionAbdominal kneading, pressure and lymphatic drainage helps relax, tonify and support the digestive tract.
It reduces spasms, relaxes the intestines, relieves gas, cramps, pain and nausea, and is effective against constipation. Therapeutic Improvements in Flexibility and ToneWhen people are in pain, under stress, or ill, they tend to move less, exercise less, and favour the parts of their bodies that cause discomfort.
This causes the muscles in the area to stiffen, shorten and weaken. Stiffer muscles cause stiffer joints which can result in a degenerative cycle. Therapeutic massage increases the circulation, tone and vitality of the muscles, Passive stretching, shaking, rocking, and lymphatic drainage all help muscles to stay healthy and stronger. This relieves some of the stress on the joints, reduces inflammation, and brings relief from pain. Therapeutic massage releases acids, waste products and stagnant chi from the muscles. This in turn reduces pain. Deep tissue massage breaks down knots, adhesions and calcium deposits in the muscles, all of which results in increased mobility and reduced pain. It also relieves spasms and cramps, and reduces swelling. Massage therapy also benefits posture and balance. |
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