Boost Your Immune System With Massage Therapy

Do you suffer from stress, fatigue, allergies or other conditions that prevent you from enjoying life to the fullest? Wouldn't it be nice to be able to boost your immune system in a pleasant, stress free way, without the need for taking medications with potential side effects? There is a way! By receiving massage on a regular basis.

Massage Therapy boosts your immune system by increasing the circulation of your lymphatic fluids, and by increasing blood circulation. Your lymphatic system works in direct cooperation with your cardiovascular circulatory system to keep lymphatic fluid levels in balance with blood levels, and together they work to flush toxins out of your body. The lymphatic system also carries immune cells throughout your body, which help you to fight off infections. But unlike the cardiovascular system, your lymph system does not have a large organ, like your heart, to keep it moving. This is where massage therapy becomes very important in keeping your lymph fluids moving, and helping to keep you healthier.

Try to receive massage at least twice each month for optimum results. You will also notice other potential benefits from your massages, such as better sleeping habits, an increase in overall emotional health and better digestion. Treat yourself to one of the healthiest forms of holistic medicine and enjoy a happier, healthier you.

Massage benefits may include, but are not limited to:

- Fall asleep easier and sleep longer

- Reduce stress and anxiety

- Enjoy better mental health and decrease symptoms of depression

- Improve circulation and cardiovascular health

- Manage muscle and joint pain

- Better performance in workouts, athletics and daily life

- Relieve and control headaches, including migraines

- Improve range of motion

- Decrease scar tissue and post-surgical adhesion in muscle tissue and more

Choosing A Massage Therapist

When choosing a massage therapist there are many variables to consider, but among the most important are:

• Does the massage therapist make you feel comfortable?
• Have they completed the proper training to provide therapeutic massage?
• Are they licensed or certified in their field?
• Do they have experience in treating any of your specific issues?

Do not hesitate to ask these, and other questions when searching for the therapist that will suit you best. Once you find a therapist that meets the criteria, you will be well on your way to enjoying the abundant benefits of this amazing form of alternative health.

About Corey Proffitt, LMT, BCTMB

Corey Proffitt, LMT, BCTMB is a nationally board certified massage therapist. Corey has specialized in treating pain and stress since 2009.