Relaxing Massage

Relaxing Massage is a manual technique used to achieve a pleasant physical and mental state of relaxation, relieving muscle aches in some parts of the body to increase the production of endorphins in the body.

Benefits of a relaxation massage:

Improved Circulation: The gentle stroking and kneading movements over the skin can improve blood circulation peripherally, bringing fresh blood to the area providing better local nutrition, and hastening the removal of toxins and waste matter. In turn, it will improve the recovery of soft tissue injuries locally and improve skin tone.

Reduced Muscle Tension: Muscle tension which could be due to a postural issue (sitting at a desk for long hours), can be reduced by a regular relaxation massage. Gentle but firm pressure to specific shoulder muscles, for example, will help disperse any tension build-up/tightness in this area. Postural problems are cumulative, and massage therapy is one of the best ways of ‘nipping it in the bud,’ so to speak.
Regular relaxation massages can also significantly reduce muscle fatigue from overuse during exercise. In addition, the kneading and stroking movements on the muscle fibers help disperse/remove lactic acid build-up, reducing fatigue and discomfort and reducing recovery time.

Eases Muscle Pain: A trained massage therapist can isolate specific muscles or muscle groups to treat localized pain. As the different layers of musculature are stimulated and the body’s extremities are thoroughly treated, the body begins to open itself up more freely and relax. As a result, circulation improves localized inflammation, reduces fatigue and pain, and improves energy levels.

Alleviates Anxiety and Depression: Anxiety and depression have become a twenty-first-century problem in the western world. It’s fair to say that these conditions are responsible for the vast majority of mental ill health in most people. By creating a calming atmosphere and with the healing benefits of skin-to-skin contact and the practical analgesic effects of massage, this therapy can alleviate some symptoms of anxiety and depression. As a result, a person's overall wellness can be improved.

Improves Sleep: Relaxation massage relaxes the client and provides relief from stress and the feeling of calm, which can help a person fall asleep more quickly, sleep more deeply and be less disturbed during sleep. Massage therapy also relieves postural stress and localized pain so that a person will find it easier to sleep more comfortably.

Improved Immunity: By reducing stress hormones and lowering blood pressure, the body can better target its immune response to ward off disease or infection more efficiently.