Massage is not just for the Mother, it’s benefits support the entire family, no matter what stage of life they are in. Most people walk around with their “list of complaints” – an achy back, tight shoulders, a tight neck that causes headaches.  What a revelation it would be to be able to experience a body that just feels good on a regular basis.  Regular bodywork can help with that.

Some of the primary physical effects of bodywork are:

1. Massage serves to heighten circulation to the skin by increasing blood flow to the veins and surface capillaries, promoting better cellular nutrition and elimination.
2. Massage increases production of red and white blood cells, especially useful in cases of anemia.
3. The work of the heart is lessened due to improved circulation.
4. Massage stimulates the activity of sweat and oil glands creating more radiant and supple skin.
5. Massage influences blood and lymph vessels by direct mechanical action, putting pressure on the vessel walls which propels the movement of blood, and stimulating the vasomotor nerves which control constriction and relaxation of blood vessels and determine the amount of blood reaching the area being massaged.
6. Massage acts as a mechanical cleanser, pushing along lymph and hastening the elimination of wastes and toxic debris.
7. Massage relaxes muscle spasms, improves muscle tone and elasticity, and helps prevent atrophy resulting from inactivity.
8. Muscle tissue, tired by work or exercise, is restored more quickly as waste products of fatigue (i.e. lactic acid) are readily removed, and replacement nutrients replenished by increased circulation.
9. Massage stretches connective tissue, and improves its circulation and nutrition, reducing the danger of fibrosis and preventing the formation of adhesions.
10. Massage improves circulation and nutrition to joints.

Some of the psychological effects of bodywork are:

1. Massage helps relieve muscle tension and corresponding mental tension.
2. Deep tissue massage helps free up fascia (connective tissue) and muscles, allowing the body to assume a more integrated posture.
3. By releasing chronically held trauma and reconnecting the natural flow and balance of the organism, touch therapy encourages growth and openness on all levels of functioning.
4. Gentle stoking has a sedative affect on the nervous system, promoting deep relaxation.
5. Allowing the intimacy of touch creates a state of trust and receptivity which facilitates clearer mental and emotional perception.
6. Massage can assist the integration of emotional, mental or spiritual transformation on a cellular level.
7. The sense of renewed health and vitality experienced following a bodywork session improves self esteem and consequently esteem for others.

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