The Benefits of Regular Therapeutic Massages

Massages can help your body relax, feel good and heal!

Massages not only feel good, they’re good for you too! Over the years, massages have become more accessible to the general public. There was a time when massages were so exclusive and “high end” that only the most elite people could get one. 

Thankfully, professional massage therapists stretch far and wide throughout the world and it has become much easier to receive a healing massage. There are many benefits to massages. For the most part when we think of a massage we think of increasing relaxation, decreasing stress, and pain relief. However, as massages become more popular it has been found that massages help with much more. 

Read on to learn about the various benefits of therapeutic massages and what regular massages can offer to you:

Back Pain

Back pain can be crippling. Whether it’s constant, or a shooting pain, it is ruthless. Those who suffer from back pain are always looking for relief. Many use pain medication to find relief, but it’s not a long term solution. Therapeutic massages are healthy and effective. Not only will a massage help relieve the pain, it will also allow the body and mind to relax. Dealing with back pain can be extremely frustrating, so a massage can ease the psychological impact it has on you.

Injuries

After sustaining an injury, whether it’s from sports, a car accident, or some other trauma, your body takes a long time to recover. This is especially true when the body doesn’t go through the proper process of therapy and healing. Massages can help the body recover by targeting the areas of pain with gentle pressure, movement and heat. This can help to speed up the time it takes to heal altogether.

Digestive Health 

Trouble with digestion and gut health can be tough to figure out. Interestingly, full body massages can help increase movement and release toxins from the body. Abdominal massages can target stomach pain and help relieve any kind of upset or discomfort. If you struggle with digestive problems perhaps you will benefit from regular therapeutic massages. 

Sleep Problems 

Issues with sleep can negatively impact your day to day life and can also lead to health problems like depression, reduced functioning of the immune system, heart complications and more. Sleep deprivation is dangerous and cannot continue without some kind of treatment. Regular therapeutic massages can help relax the body by adding deep pressure, which increases blood flow and forces the body to calm itself. 

Neck Pain

In today’s world, neck pain is extremely prevalent. With the increased use of technology, more people suffer from neck pain. In fact, there is now a term for neck pain induced by technology, which is “tech neck”. It can be difficult to avoid or reduce screen time due to work and other online activities. Massage therapy can help neck pain as well as stiff necks. To continue to find relief, it’s recommended that massages be professionally provided 2 to 3 times a week.

Headaches

There are about 45 million Americans complaining of headaches each year. Headaches are very common. They’re painful, and they can come and go for no apparent reason. Unfortunately, headaches are a part of life. Luckily, headaches can be helped with massage therapy. Massages help the body and mind to relax and reduce any tension. If you’re getting frequent headaches, consider consulting a licensed massage therapist.

Fibromyalgia 

Fibromyalgia is a disorder involving widespread muscular pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. It’s very common and affects millions of people in the US alone. Currently there isn’t a cure but it can be treated with medication and self guided strategies such as meditation, therapies, and counseling. Massage therapy can relieve pain throughout the body and improve a person’s quality of life. 

Anxiety

Anxiety is experienced by everyone and it sadly can be worse for others. Anxiety is a state of fear, stress, and worry. Anxiety can be hard to self manage and can cause major mental health problems. Massage therapy is a healthy way to manage anxiety. It can provide the mind with relaxation and comfort. 

Of course, this is not a complete list of what therapeutic massages can help with. There is a wide variety of what can improve and be relieved with body massages. If you’re looking for an excellent licensed massage therapist, call Back 2 Health! At Back 2 Health Chiropractic Center, our licensed massage therapist provides therapeutic massages in a professional clinical setting to target your areas of complaint.