
IS MASSAGE GOOD FOR YOU?
According to the Mayo Clinic, “massage can be a powerful tool to help you take charge of your health and well-being” and I couldn’t agree more.
Throughout my career, I’ve seen some amazing transformations. One or more massage sessions can feel like a magician breaking open your cage. A skilled massage therapist can turn frozen muscles into putty in their hands.
My clients often tell me that massage therapy makes all the difference in their lives.
So, it’s no surprise that research backs this up. Massage has been shown to affect virtually every body system. Here are some of the benefits you can experience.
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Increased circulation, lowering your blood pressure and heart rate
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Better stress resistance with decreased cortisol “the stress hormone”
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Relief from anxiety and depression
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Increased Natural Killer T cells, improving your immune system
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Increased muscle strength, flexibility, and mobility
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More resistance to physical injury
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Improved sleep that comes easier and is more restful
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Lowered pain levels, making life more pleasant
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Improved lymphatic flow and circulation creating healthier-looking skin
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Decreased Inflammation in the body
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Improved cognition, making your brain function better
Whether you are hoping for better health, need a stress-free getaway, or want to maintain your body, massage therapy can pave the way to a better life.
WHAT MASSAGE THERAPY STYLE IS BEST?

There are many things to consider when choosing a massage style. The first step is understanding your goals of care and your history.
You may already have an idea of what type of massage you’d like, but it’s also important to understand how the different techniques within therapeutic massage can help.
Every massage therapist uses a variety of maneuvers that can include;
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Deep and shallow rubbing strokes that move along the skin and muscle
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Rocking or swaying movements that help release blocked areas
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Specific positions or movements that help the body re-learn proper mobility
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Targeted pressure applied to known points of issue in the body
While your massage therapist understands which techniques provide the most benefit to specific issues, nobody knows your body better than you.
That’s why choosing your best massage style will always be a team effort.
Keep reading to learn more about the seven different massage styles available at Fit Form Bodywork.
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