Get That Massage Therapy

Have you ever wondered how it feels to get a massage, either at home or from an expert after a hard/stressfull day? Well if you do, then you are just right to feel that way because having a massage helps balance your body.

As you wait to connect international flights at airports, you see various fliers informing you of available

massage services that will not only relieve tensed muscles but will also make the remainder of your journey a pleasure.

Again, in the hotels, the aroma from luxury spas are unmistakable; and patronising one while your stay lasts can leave an indelible memory on you long after you may have returned home.

Massage types

There are various types of massages that you can get, and they range from Swedish massage to deep massage, sports massage and trigger-point massage. The pressing, rubbing and manipulation of the skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments provide the client with different experiences, but the ultimate is that they are all beneficial to health.

But then, what does massage do to your body? Experts say generally, massage relaxes and energises, while other types of massages are targeted at treating injuries or strengthening the muscles.

A masseur, Ms. Sharon Akintunde, says though many people consider a massage a pampering treat, the hard truth is that it is more therapeutic.

She notes, “Massage improves a person’s physical performance, aids recovery in case of injuries of illness, relieves the throbbing from overstressed muscles, prevents and eliminates injuries, reduces stress and even enhances metabolism and circulation.”

She explains, “An active person has better lymph flow than an inactive person. However, stimulation from vigorous activity can lead to increased waste, which can negate the benefit. This is where massage has a huge advantage.“Massage can dramatically aid lymph movement, which, together with blood, supplies nutrients and oxygen and rids the body of wastes and toxins. Improved circulation allows the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs.