Therapeutic Massage is an age old remedy and health practice, not just a luxury. From the ancient Greek gymnasia and Roman baths to modern day spas and wellness centers, massage therapy has been recognized for its health enhancing benefits. This hands on therapy helps to soothe aches and pains all while facilitating the body’s own healing powers. At The Spa, we believe treatment should merge with indulgence and you should leave feeling renewed, refreshed and accomplished. This article explains the many benefits of massage therapy as well as what to expect from a treatment at The Spa.
Many of the therapeutic effects of massage have been supported by scientific research. In addition to the commonly known benefits of relaxation, improved circulation and relief for muscle tension there are many other amazing treatment benefits given by massage therapy.
Therapeutic massage can be an important part of your health maintenance and wellness plan. It helps keep the body and mind functioning properly; that in its own is enough to help ward off illness and fatigue. Other general health benefits include:
Therapeutic Massage can also help relieve certain common physical problems and help bring the body back to optimal functioning. The physical stresses that massage therapy can help include:
Therapeutic Massage can also be an important addition to a fitness or sports program, helping to achieve your fitness goals with minimum injury and pain as well as keeping your body in its optimal functioning state. The benefits for fitness massage include:
Therapeutic Massage is also an effective method of combating the negative effects of aging. It helps keep body tissues and basic functions in a more youthful and energetic state.
Therapeutic Massage is well known for it positive effects on stress. We encounter extremely high levels of stress throughout our day and it takes a large amount of our energy to keep our bodies from weakening under the stress. Therapeutic massage helps alleviate stress, balance the effects of stress, promote a sense of ongoing relaxation and prevents stress related disease and dysfunction.
Therapeutic Massage is also used to help enhance the benefits of other types of health care, including:
Which approach is best for you?
At The Spa, we believe every treatment should be customized. Beginning with a consultation between you and your therapist, you will have the opportunity to express any concerns you have, areas that need specific attention or benefits you are looking to achieve. Our therapists are highly educated and skilled to deliver a treatment that will induce extreme relaxation while implementing the many deeper benefits of massage therapy. Massage therapy treatments are best received every 2-4 weeks to maintain the benefits and continue to help achieve your goals. We offer 30, 60 and 90 Minute options to suit your schedule, budget and goals as well as the option to purchase series at a discounted rate. Also available are added techniques of Hot Stone therapy, Reflexology, Deep Tissue and Pregnancy Massage.
What to expect during a Massage Treatment?
During a massage treatment at The Spa, you will choose one of Aveda’s Compositions to be used during your treatment. After disrobing to your comfort level, you will get comfortable on the table and begin to relax. Each session begins and ends differently depending on your personal consultation, however all treatments include the use of warm steam towels to help aid in tension release as well as promote a deeper sense of relaxation. Once your treatment has ended, you may take your time getting dressed and speak with the therapist about any recommendations or follow-up suggestions she might have. Remember to drink plenty of water throughout the next 48 hours as a massage increases circulation and lymph and can act as a detox to your body. Adequate water intake will assist in all the benefits of the massage and continue to cleanse your system.