Psychological Effects of Massage
Psychological affects of massage should not be underestimated, If one feels healthy, full of energy, or invigorated the body will react in kind and a massage would have been worth the time and money spent. In addiction centers massage has been used to treat those inflicted by promoting a positive self image and self worth. Victims of depression and anxiety will be instilled by therapeutic touch and build a positive self image. Many people suffer from stress and find that massage promotes relaxation, reduces pain and soothes minor aches and pains. Some patients have even experienced the feeling of youth and it encourages them to pay more attention to proper nutrition and exercise.
Massage will make the patient more aware of where they are hold tension and have tight muscles so that they can change bad habits in their environment adding to a more positive outlook on life. The massage therapist may even find areas of tension and pain that the patient was not even aware of once touch is applied to the body. By getting in touch with ones own body the patient can become more aware of these conditions and begin to focus on relaxation and a regular basis. The sense of awareness will allow the patient to be aware of trouble spots and respond to them which is considered preventative maintenance.
Most massage therapists will be able to relieve the following conditions with massage on a regular basis.
- Stress and tension which will allow the patient to cope with day to day situations better.
- Mental and physical fatigue leading to new ambition and renewed energy.
- Pain in muscles shoulder, neck and back when caused by strain.
- Muscles and joint become more supple and mobile.
- Muscle soreness from overexertion can be reduced or prevented.
- Circulation is improved.
- Digestion, assimilation, and elimination are often improved.
- Facial massage helps tone skin, improves fine lines, and prevents blemishes.
- Headaches and eye strain are often relieved.
- Deep relaxation and insomnia are often relieved.
- Muscle spasms are averted.
- Obesity and flabby muscles can be improved when combined with proper exercise, diet, and massage.
- Pain in joints, sprains, and poor circulation.
- Increased circulation in skin and other appendages.
- Mental strain is reduced.
- renewed sense of confidence and control are usually experienced.
