3 Benefits of Massage Therapy: Learn How It Helps from Our Vancouver Chiropractor

massage therapy in Vancouver benefits patientsDo you feel stressed or exhausted? Are you having difficulty sleeping at night due to pain? Are you training for a race but muscle soreness is hindering your performance? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you may be a good candidate for massage therapy.

Massage Supports Natural Back Pain Management, Relieves Stress

Our Vancouver chiropractor frequently recommends massage therapy as a natural complement for chiropractic adjustments. In addition to enhancing pain management, massage treatments also support whole body health. Read on to learn how massage therapy can make a difference for your life:

#1: Drug-free pain management
Massage releases tension trapped within muscles and fascia, also known as the body’s connective tissues. Our massage therapist will work to release knots of tension and break up scar tissue. This helps to reduce internal inflammation and minimize swelling. Deep tissue massage also improves circulation and increases endorphin levels, which improves overall mood and enhances our patients’ sense of well-being.

#2: Improved athletic performance
The act of massaging sore or injured soft tissues increase the flow of fresh, oxygen-rich blood through the body. Improved circulation delivers vital nutrients to the muscles, supporting the body’s natural healing process and flushing out toxins like lactic acid. If you are training for a competitive sporting event, such as a 5K or triathlon, regular sports massages will help to keep your body in optimal shape for athletic competition.

#3: Reduces stress and tension
If you are feeling stressed or overwhelmed by life, a gentle Swedish massage can help. Swedish massage is a traditional massage style that uses long, gentle strokes to relieve tension within the body. Like other styles of massage, Swedish massage improves circulation, reduces blood pressure, decreases cortisol levels – the hormone associated with stress – and increases endorphin levels, the hormone associated with enhanced well-being. Most importantly, massage supports the mind-body connection. After a massage treatment, our patients feel calm and centered.

Have you tried massage therapy for back pain management, sports injuries or stress relief? Share your experiences below!

 

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