The purpose of massage therapy is to target the source of the
body’s pain via eliminating tense muscles, increasing flexibility, and
providing relaxation to the affected muscles as well as the body as a whole.
Massage also promotes circulation to the affected or injured muscles, which
increases nutrients and oxygen to the damaged tissues. In turn, this increased
activity to the affected sites reduces stiffness and edema (swelling) in the
muscles and joints, as well as increases flexibility to help reduce pain.
Moreover, this form of therapy also releases endorphins (pain-killing
hormones), which boost the dopamine and serotonin levels in the body. These
hormones assist the body in many ways–physically as well as emotionally. Case
in point, they promote healing, pain management, and feelings of euphoria, as
well as help to calm the nerves.
Guy Lacoursiere, RMT practices at Family First Chiropractic and Wellness, located at 142 Erickson Drive. Call 403-347-3261 to book an appointment or visit us online.
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