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How can massage help me? Physiological Effects Effects on Circulatory Systems (blood and lymphatic systems) 1. Blood Stimulates circulation of blood through the muscles by an increase of three times faster than normal Decreases the workload of the heart Lowers blood pressure by assisting venous flow Increases red blood cell production Increases supply of oxygen and nutrients to the skin, organs, glands, and brain Reduces edema when present Increases the elimination of waste 2. Lymphatic System Increases circulation of the blood increasing the number of white blood cells in circulation Increases circulation of lymph, which stimulates the immune system by circulating white blood cells Massage can increase the number of white blood cells by as much as 85% Empathetic touch enhances the immune system overall Effects on the Muscular System Increases tone Increases flexibility Prevents atrophy resulting from inactivity Relieves fatigue from overexertion Promotes rapid disposal of metabolic wastes Replenishes nutritive elements Reduces spasm, tension Interrupts the tension-spasm-pain cycle Effects on the Integumentary System (skin, hair, nails) Helps exfoliate the skin, which assists its function as the largest organ of elimination and respiration Makes more supple, smoother, finer, and better nourished Lessens over-sensitivity Enhances the activity of sweat and oil glands Improves the trophic state of the skin Mechanical Effects Assists in the venous blood flow (circulatory system) Assists in the lymphatic flow (circulatory system) Reduces certain types of edema (circulatory system) Provides gentle stretching of tissue (integumentary, skeletal, muscular) Relieves subcutaneous scar tissue (i.e., adhesions) (integumentary, skeletal, muscular) Psychological Effects "Massage is recognized as an effective tool for anxiety reduction by anyone who has ever received one . . . Increasing attention is being given to this potential application of massage therapy, particularly for cancer patients, psychiatric patients, the mentally handicapped, and the elderly." ~ Dr. Yates, Physicians Guide to Therapeutic Massage ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ Return to Brochures

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