An interesting article from The Guardian by Sarah Sloat. While they can be seen as a luxury, massages are often part of healthcare – here’s how they affect physical and mental health Massages can feel great. But are they actually good for you? In one study, researchers observed that 8.5% of Americans reported using massage for “overall health” in the 2022 National Health Interview Survey. However, definitions of health tend to vary widely, explains the study’s first author,

Both Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue Massage are highly beneficial, offering both physical and mental health advantages that extend beyond simple relaxation. They are effective for reducing pain, easing muscle tension, lowering stress, improving circulation, and increasing flexibility. They can also support immune function and improve sleep quality. Here is a quick guide to the differences between these popular two types of massage therapy to help you choose which treatment

Article from Total Health Clinics Stress and anxiety are prevalent concerns in modern society, often leading to a range of physiological and emotional difficulties. While there are numerous approaches to managing these conditions, massage therapy has emerged as a popular and effective method for reducing symptoms of stress and anxiety. By utilising various techniques, massage therapy can help activate the body’s relaxation response, mitigating the fight-or-flight mechanism th

"Moderate pressure massage is among the massage therapies that can help relieve rheumatoid arthritis pain." In my experience as a sports massage therapist, a weekly professional massage of areas affected by RA, such as knees, plus daily self-massage, reduces pain and can improve movement and quality of life significantly. Article below from "Everyday Health" by Madeline R. Vann, MPH, LPC and Beth Levine Updated on July 5, 2023 Massage isn't just an occasional feel-good indul