Illuminari - Holistic Health

  • About Us
    • Dr. Yana Budnitsky
    • Sherilyn Rhymes
    • Sharon Stutz
    • Privacy Policy
  • Services
    • Botox Treatments
    • Juvederm Voluma XC
    • Latisse
    • Juvederm® Ultra XC & Ultra Plus XC
    • THERMIva Vaginal Rejuvenation
  • Products
  • Medspa Membership
    • Once monthly Amino Acids (BCAA) or Lipo Injection (MIC & MIC B) or a CoQ10 Enzyme Injection
    • Once monthly B-Complex or B-12 injections
    • Once monthly 30 minute Body Massage or Reiki Chakra Healing Treatments
    • Cupping Therapy
    • Endermologie®
    • Ionic Foot Detox treatment
    • Lymphatic Air Presso Therapy
    • Oxygen Therapy
    • Spa Capsule
  • Contact Us
    • Blog
  • (818) 707-7240

April 20, 2018 by Yana Budnitsky

Massage Therapy: Reduces Pain and Much More

The stimulation of touch receptors under the skin can effectively reduce stress by lowering both blood pressure and cortisol levels. Next time you think, “I really need a massage,” it just might be the truth. Because massage therapy provides relief through a physical and emotional response, as early as childhood, we learn that just a touch can ease our pain. However, massage therapy also offers a multitude of health benefits for all ages. It helps to regulate hormones, prevents injuries, improves the lymphatic system, reduces stress, and it also eases pain.

Benefits of Massage Therapy

 

Massage therapy is an effective practice for soothing sore muscles and removing stress. It increases blood flow and improves circulation to the extremities. There is also evidence that massage therapy can relieve chronic pain. These conditions range from chronic lower-back pain, fibromyalgia, arthritis, migraines, and even anxiety. Here are a few benefits of a good massage:

Anxiety Relief

 

Massage therapy lowers stress levels and the feelings of depression and fatigue that often accompany. Chronic pain can raise the stress levels in the body, and stress increases muscle tension and pain. They go hand in hand, so massage therapy addresses both issues with a single approach.

Infant Development and Diabetes Prevention

 

Massage on infants encourages weight gain, which is vital for premature babies. Massages strengthen the muscle tissues as they grow. Massage therapy helps to control blood-sugar levels, particularly in children. Therefore, it is a recommended practice for adolescent diabetics.

Stronger Immune System

 

A strong immune system can combat a multitude of attacks. It is the body’s “bodyguard” and must be kept in tip-top condition. Massage therapy encourages the body to attack viruses and the effects of free radicals, which keeps us healthy and strong.

Cancer Symptom Relief

 

Extensive massage therapy reduces various issues caused by cancer cells. Therapy can reduce pain as well as anxiety associated with cancer. One study also showed it to reduce anxiety, pain, and nausea by approximately 50 percent.

Sleep Soundly

 

A massage is relaxing, which should not be taken lightly. A body in a state of deep relaxation can slip into a sound sleep, which is necessary to replenish itself from the daily stress it must endure. This is especially pertinent for those with sleep disorders.

Nervous System Health

 

Massage therapy removes tension in the body, aggravating the body’s nerves. It calms the stress and also promotes the proper function of the nervous system.

Healthy Skin

 

Glowing skin is desired by all, especially women. Massage therapy is shown to have positive results in skin elasticity and a youthful appearance.

Increase Circulation

 

Massage therapy helps the blood carry essential amounts of oxygenated blood to all areas of the body. Which is imperative for those with circulatory problems.

Massage Therapy Techniques

 

Massage comes in many different forms.

 

Swedish Massage: This stimulates circulation and includes five basic kneading strokes flowing toward the heart to manipulate soft tissue.

 

Deep Tissue Massage: This variation utilizes deep pressure movements to reach the sub-layer of the muscles and fascia. Deep tissue massage treats chronic muscular pain, aid in injury rehabilitation, as well as to reduce inflammation from arthritis.

 

Sports Massage:  Athletes use sports massage therapy to warm up the body and improve the blood flow to muscles and soft tissue to prevent injuries.

 

Prenatal Massage: Prenatal massage is safe and effective for mother and fetus. Prenatal massages occur with the woman laying on her side. This type of massage therapy can reduce typical discomforts associated with pregnancy, such as leg and lower back pain, and is also a great time for Mom to pamper herself a little!

 

Soft Tissue Massage: This therapy works by carefully positioning muscles and manipulating them softly to stretch them in a specific direction. Which is why it is popular with athletes because it can help prevent muscle tears.

 

Reflexology: This popular type of massage therapy focus on specific pressure points in the feet, hands, and ears. Reflexology focuses on a reflex area to improve blood flow to specific parts of the body like the kidneys, intestines, and the brain.

 

Massage therapy aids in overall well-being and is praised for achieving mental and physical health alike. It is beneficial for all age groups, and Illuminari MedSpa offers a wide array of massage therapy options to cater to your personal needs.

 

We are serving clients in Agoura Hills and the surrounding areas. Contact our trained staff to create a wellness plan that includes our massage therapy services. You will wonder why you waited so long!

Sign up to receive special offers, product information and beauty tips in your inbox!

Your email information is secure.
Read our Privacy Policy

You’ve been successfully subscribed to our newsletter!

Filed Under: Blog

book_appointment services products med_spa_membership gift-certificates directions

Illuminari Aesthetics / Holistic Health Revival
Creekside Plaza, 28720 Roadside Drive, Suite 299, Agoura Hills, CA 91301
Tel: (818) 707-7240 MAP/DIRECTIONS

COPYRIGHT ©

Illuminari Aesthetics/Medical Associates. All Rights Reserved. Any of the trademarks, service marks, collective marks, design rights or similar rights that are mentioned, used or cited in the pages and articles contained on this website are the property of their respective owners. Site Designed by INTOUCH