An ancient Indian proverb says that diseases do not come to those who massage themselves every day.
Massage is one of the most famous methods of relaxation and treatment.
The word massage comes from the Arabic word Mass which means touch.
Massage includes a number of different techniques, but it is based on pressing, tapping, stretching and smoothing muscles and connective tissue with different intensity.
A brief history of massage
Massage is probably the oldest form of treatment. It was applied in all times and nations.
Ancient Chinese, Indian and Egyptian manuscripts mention how massage was used to prevent and treat illnesses and injuries.
In Greece and Rome, massage was used after sports activities, for faster recovery from illness, after bathing and for various ailments such as asthma, indigestion, even infertility.
In Europe, the Swede Per Henrik Ling, the inventor of Swedish massage, had a great influence on the popularization of massage. Today, Swedish massage is offered in wellness centers and massage parlors all over the world, and many other types of massage have their roots in Swedish massage.
Today, it is generally accepted that massage has great therapeutic value. Thousands of people around the world use it as an excellent way to maintain health and supplement treatment.
How massage works
Massage has a strong effect on health and mood, especially if practiced regularly.
It is suitable for all ages, and you can massage yourself. In order to achieve the desired effect, it is not necessary to massage the whole body.
Research shows that as much as ninety percent of diseases are caused by stress. Massage is a great way to relax stress, and with the use of relaxing ones essential oils the effect can be even better.
Massage relaxes the body mentally and physically. If you are under stress, treat yourself to a quality massage - it is guaranteed to provide relief. Choose the type of massage that suits you best.
Massage is an excellent solution for problems with insomnia. With regular use, it promotes deep and quality sleep. It is best to do a full body massage, but if you don't have time, a back or foot massage will be enough.
For heart patients, massage is extremely useful because it relaxes, puts you to sleep, lowers blood pressure, and in addition it can improve appetite and mood.
When playing sports, massage relieves cramps and muscle inflammation, improves endurance and mobility. Before exercising, massage the muscles that will be most active. After exercise, massage relieves fatigue and exhaustion.
Massage also helps with weight loss. It stimulates circulation and digestion, accelerates the excretion of toxins, stimulates metabolism and the lymphatic system, promotes better posture, strengthens the will and has an excellent effect on the skin.
Anti-cellulite massage strengthens skin tone, improves circulation and accelerates the loss of fat cells in critical areas.
Massage is useful for…
- back pain
- rheumatism and arthritis
- stress and insomnia
- headaches and migraines
- muscle inflammation
- depression and tension
- cellulite and obesity
- fatigue and exhaustion
- weakened immunity
- heart diseases
The power of touch is beneficial. Treat yourself to a quality massage or cheer up your loved one with a good massage. Massage is a gift that affects the one who receives it, but also the one who gives it.
