Without a doubt, a massage is a phenomenal tool for relaxation. However, there are so many other incredible benefits that massage therapy can offer that are not widely known or talked about. It’s a powerful tool that you can use to take charge of your health and well-being. Our very own RMT, Sergio Gonzalez, is passionate about educating others about all the beautiful benefits that massage can offer that are supportive of your health:

 

Massage can help with a wide range of symptoms; some of its benefits are:

● Reducing stress and increasing relaxation

● Reducing pain from muscle soreness and tension

● Improving circulation, energy and alertness

● Lowering heart rate and blood pressure

● Improving posture

 

Massage may also be helpful in treating and/or manage symptoms associated with:

● Anxiety

● Digestive disorders

● Fibromyalgia

● Headaches

● Insomnia related to stress

● Low back pain (due to injury or posture)

● Myofascial pain syndrome

● Nerve pain (e.g sciatic, carpal tunnel, thoracic outlet syndrome)

● Soft tissue strains/sprains or injuries

● Sports injuries (e.g Golfer’s/Tennis elbow, shin splints, etc.)

● Temporomandibular joint dysfunction aka “TMJD”

● Upper back and neck pain (due to injury or posture)

● Whiplash

 

PS: It can also help you take a breather from your kids or spouse if you need some time to yourself 😉

– Yours in health, Sergio