Swedish Massage
Softening tense, tired muscles and gently releasing stiff joints, massage allows your body to feel at ease. In addition, the increased blood circulation benefits every cell in the body. Massage switches on the calming para-sympathetic nervous system and also causes the release of endorphins which make us feel good. Even if you think you have lost the knack of relaxing, a massage will remind your mind and body of what it feels like to be relaxed.
Benefits every body system
Massage works on every system in the body. It relaxes the muscles which enables the blood to flow more freely, bringing oxygen and nutrients to every cell in the body. Simultaneously, the cells get rid of their rubbish. Massage moves the muscles which helps the lymphatic system to fight infection and remove rubbish from the tissues. Some of the many benefits are:
- Improved sleep quality
- Soothed Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Strengthened immune system
- Lowered blood pressure
- Increased mobility
Massage counters the effects of stress on every organ. The deep relaxation induces a meditative state which enables the body to begin healing itself and for the mind to be creative. Better still, a massage is the equivalent of light exercise (uses calories!) and it gives you time for yourself.
“Swedish Massage” refers to a specific sequence of movements developed by Per ling in the 1800s. It is famous for its percussive movements – such as tapping, which increase the blood supply. The movements can be vigorous or gentle. It is the massage that all new therapists learn. Queen Victoria used the “Swedish Movement Cure” to help her rheumatism.