Monday, February 25, 2013

Massage Facts

Some interesting facts about massage therapy.. enjoy :)
  • touch stimulates the release of endorphins (the body's natural pain killers)
  • touch is the first sense to develop in humans, and may be the last to fade
  • massage before an athletic event, makes the athlete more flexible, enhanced speed and power, and less prone to injury
  • massage therapy is the third most commonly used form of alternative medicine in the U.S.
  • massage and bodywork therapy is sought out by a large number of people in age brackets: 18-24 (22%); 25-34 (31%); 35-44 (25%); 45-54 (22%); 55-64 (19%); and over 65 (9%
  • by massaging and gently pulling on your ears – top, middle, and bottom of outer earlobes once per day improves your immune system
  • a 60 minute massage is about the same as 7-8 hours of sleep to your body

more information on massage coming soon! if there are any specifics you would like me to inform you on just let me know miracletouchmassagetherapy@gmail.com.

-Heather LMT

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