Reduces muscular pain, cramps, spasms, tension, and knots. Massage increases local circulation and relaxes the tense muscle, breaking the “pain-spasm-pain” cycle, reducing pain, and leading to increased flexibility and range of motion.
Reduces chronic pain. Numerous scientific studies have found massage to be effective at reducing pain associated with a variety of injuries and chronic conditions, including: arthritis and joint pain, slipped or herniated discs, fibromyalgia, sciatica, chronic fatigue syndrome, spinal cord injuries and many more.
Reduces fatigue. The toxins and metabolic waste that build up in your body can lead to fatigue. Massage helps your body to flush these waste products through stimulation of the lymphatic and cardiovascular systems, thereby reducing fatigue and improving our cellular functioning.
Increases range of motion and flexibility. Lifestream’s Therapeutic Massage can increase range of motion and flexibility in a variety of ways. It can help relax and loosen tight muscles, break up adhesion’s that can form on the tendons and ligaments around joints, and soften the connective tissue that surrounds everything (including muscle, ligament, tendon and bone) in your body.
Improves immune system and digestive functions. Massage allows your nervous system to enter its parasympathetic (relaxation) response, which allows your body to send energy and resources towards restoration and healing.
Relieves tension headaches and migraine pain. Many headaches can be caused by muscle tension. Your Lifestream’s Therapeutic Massage can help relieve this tension.
Lowers blood pressure. Countless studies have shown that massage can help lower blood pressure. This very important part of heart health can help reduce the risk of heart disease.