The 10 most significant benefits of massage
The 10 most important benefits of massages Whether for therapeutic purposes or as a wellness treat, massages have become an indispensable part of our lives. There is a wide range of different methods to choose from. Gentle, soothing massages or vitalising, stimulating kneading treatments, clothed or directly on the skin and using aids such as hot stones and nourishing oils. There is a suitable procedure for every need and every concern. There are numerous arguments in favour of massage therapy, especially with regard to health. We would like to list the top 10 benefits: Combating stress Stress is one of the most common causes of health problems. Since we don't always face the stress...
The 10 most significant benefits of massage
Whether for therapeutic purposes or as a wellness treat, massages have become an indispensable part of our lives. There is a wide range of different methods to choose from. Gentle, soothing massages or vitalising, stimulating kneading treatments, clothed or directly on the skin and using aids such as hot stones and nourishing oils. There is a suitable procedure for every need and every concern. There are numerous arguments in favour of massage therapy, especially with regard to health.
We would like to list the top 10 advantages:
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Combating stress
Stress is one of the most common causes of health problems. Since we cannot always avoid or prevent stress, massages offer us a good and effective way to combat it or reduce it. Massages therefore have a health-promoting effect.
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Promoting sleep
During sleep, the body regenerates in order to be able to start the day strengthened. Good, balanced sleep is therefore an important basis for vitality in life. Tension, worries and thoughts can have a negative influence on this. During a soothing massage, tensions and inner blockages can be released, which improves the quality of sleep enormously.
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Pain relief
Stress, physically demanding activities, poor posture or orthopaedic/rheumatic problems cause pain in the musculoskeletal system. As a result, however, organic pain or internal complaints such as headaches also occur. The saying: "This has hit me in the stomach" describes these concomitant symptoms very well. Mostly affected are the shoulders, back, neck, legs and feet as well as the joints. There are suitable massage methods for each part of the body that can alleviate the pain triggered. A side effect worth mentioning, and almost an advantage in itself, is that chemical painkillers can be partially dispensed with or at least reduced.
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Reduce tension
Internal and physical tensions lead to tension, which in turn reduces our well-being and performance. Massages loosen us up and also help to relieve mental burdens.
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Improving blood and lymph circulation
Lymphatic drainage is a therapeutic massage method that stimulates lymph flow. People who have had lymph nodes surgically removed often suffer from lymph congestion and water retention. The Japanese amma massage, which translates as "soothing hands", can have a blood pressure-lowering effect, while compression massages, for example on the legs, stimulate the circulation.
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Releasing energies
Where negative burdens are massaged away, there is room for positive energies. Shiatsu massage and many other variations stimulate the energetic flow in the body. By stimulating the meridians, energies are released and tensions are relieved. The so-called Qi, the life energy, is brought back into balance.
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Strengthening the immune system
The release of positive energy and the stimulating effect of serotonin improve our health by strengthening the immune system. Risk factors for diseases can be reduced or prevented. Stress or inner turmoil, on the other hand, weaken us and can be eliminated by a stimulating massage.
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Relaxation, recuperation, benefit
A proven means of ensuring relaxation and recuperation is a holiday. Massages are quasi small short holidays that allow us to relax and unwind even in everyday life. A true benefit for body and mind!
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Moments of pleasure
Those who can surrender to a massage and "let go" during the treatment experience full pleasure. Such moments help us to get through the hectic working day or stressful everyday life well and healthy. You just have to be able to let yourself go with it and believe in the effect.
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Joy and life energy
The feeling after a massage is a happy and joyful one. The happiness hormones stimulated during the massage lead to this and increase well-being as well as motivation. If you meet someone on the street with a relaxed smile, the person may have just had a massage.
Obviously, the benefits of massage are numerous and apply to almost everyone. Body and mind benefit from them, as long as one can get involved in the therapy. Because only then can the massage unfold its effect. Whatever you expect from the treatment - releasing tension, a good quality of sleep, stress relief or enjoying a feel-good moment - the decision as to which service is right for you is entirely up to you.
Are massages really useful or unnecessary?
Other cultures have been performing massages since time immemorial. They have a long tradition, especially in the Asian region. Kneading cures are firmly counted among medical treatment methods, as are acupuncture or natural medicines. In some countries, such as France, massage was reserved exclusively for trained therapists such as physiotherapists, whose clients included professional athletes or chronically ill people. It thus seems proven that massage is not only a pleasant wellness service, but effective and valuable in alternative medicine.
The promotion of massage treatments, especially as part of wellness programmes, has been going on for more than 20 years. With massages we associate a pampering cure for our body, a comfortable benefit and an important tool for maintaining and promoting our health. Due to the many forms of massage, people of all ages and with their different, individual complaints can be treated. The evidence that massages have important effects on health and well-being is supported by a number of reputable studies. Especially for medically indicated kneading treatments, it is very important that they are carried out professionally and experienced.
Why massages are so beneficial
The skin is the largest organ of the human body. Underneath it lie countless nerve endings that are stimulated during a massage. The stimulus triggered is transmitted in waves via the pathways throughout the body. We experience the stimulation and touch as pleasant. A feeling of relief spreads. Similar to a crying baby that calms down through gentle stroking.
Our well-being is controlled by our hormones. The colloquially called "happiness hormone" is serotonin. Beautiful situations can intensify its effect, and since massages definitely belong to the beautiful moments of our everyday life, we feel good and happy afterwards. The counterpart of serotonin is cortisol, which is released under stress. To reduce stress and counteract the negative influence of cortisol, a massage is exactly the right remedy. It supports the natural bodily functions so that chemical-medical aids can be dispensed with or their quantity can be reduced. If that is not a convincing argument for massage therapy.
The influence of massage on body and mind
Massages have a positive and holistic effect, i.e. on both the body and the soul. When body and mind are in balance, we feel healthy. However, if their balance falters, it means action is needed, on both sides of the scale. Back pain, for example, can cause us to be in a gloomy mood. With a massage, we can counteract the discomfort and after successful treatment, our mood also improves again. It is the same the other way round. If people are mentally depressed, they sometimes get stomach aches, which can be detected and massaged away with a Shiatsu massage. The energy released in the process can lift the mood.
Of course, a massage treatment cannot solve all problems, it is not a miracle or panacea. But it is a very good tool to recharge your batteries and regenerate. A balanced and individually adapted lifestyle is the basis for massages and co. to work effectively and successfully.
How can I enhance the effect of the massage?
Now that we know all the benefits of massages, we can't wait for our next one!
We have a few more helpful tips on how to enhance the effects of the kneading treatments:
Drink water
Sufficient fluid intake is generally very important. Water is the healthiest and therefore to be preferred. Massage stimulates blood and lymph circulation. This means that the body loses fluid and toxins are removed. Therefore, it is important to give it fluids again after the treatment. On the one hand, to replenish the losses, but above all to promote the removal and excretion of harmful substances.
Hibernation
In order to fully enjoy the relaxing effect of the massage, you should rest afterwards. The relaxing mood can then unfold throughout the body and last longer. Let your body pause in the pleasant state and treat yourself to the sweet idleness.
A little treat for the palate
Motivation and a good mood sometimes evoke a small appetite. This does not mean a feast, but a small bite to round off the pleasant experience of the massage. A fresh piece of fruit, a muesli bar or a yoghurt might be an option. Listen to your body, it will tell you what it feels like.
What types of massage are there?
With the endless number of massage variants, it is easy to lose track. Many are rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, such as the Shiatsu massage or Amma method. In order to find the right variant for yourself, a prior consultation with the therapist is recommended. Here, questions can be answered about the duration of the session, the body posture, the origin of the massage and its treatment focus, as well as about services offered.
The aim of any massage is relaxation, loosening and the surrender/internal release of pressure and stress. Letting go to make room for well-being and pleasure as well as releasing positive energy. Being able to breathe a sigh of relief, feeling the lightness and being able to go through life with vitality are unique benefits of massage therapy.
Our massage chairs
All the listed advantages and effects are offered by our high-quality massage chairs. They have different massage programmes that are dedicated to different needs.
Here you will find selected massage chairs for:
Discerning people who want to pamper themselves from head to toe
Corporate clients for occupational health management (OHM)
Just 15 minutes a day is enough for you to notice a real difference, both in your health and mental state. All the benefits of massage are at the same time arguments in favour of our massage chairs.
Co-founder and Managing Director of Massage Chair World. With his expert knowledge and industry expertise, he helps private individuals and companies to find the right massage chairs for relaxation, health and vitality. The individual expert advice is provided both by telephone or video chat, as well as in the exhibition outside Stuttgart.
