Relaxation Massage

Reduce stress and put your mind and body at ease

Relaxation massages are beneficial for everyone including the ill, wounded, diseased, weak, tired, overworked or stressed person. However, they can be especially helpful for individuals who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, diagnosed with depression, high blood pressure, insomnia, or multiple sclerosis. Additionally, those who have recently gone through many challenging situations such as the death of a loved one may find relaxation massages beneficial for coping with grief as it helps to improve mental and physical well-being. Adults and children alike can both receive relaxation massages.

What is a Relaxation Massage?

A relaxation massage is a type of treatment that involves rubbing, kneading, or tapping the skin with the hands, fingers, and thumbs. The goal is to reduce stress; improve circulation; relieve muscle tension; increase flexibility; alleviate pain; and promote overall wellness. Relaxation massage is one type of massage that decreases stress through relaxation techniques such as breathing exercises and gentle rocking movements. 

Our experienced therapists will customize your relaxation massage with the exact pressure and movement that you want.

How does a Relaxation Massage work?

The purpose of a relaxation massage is to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system (PNS). When the PNS is stimulated, it causes an immediate decrease in heart rate and blood pressure and increases salivation. These changes help to relax muscles throughout your body which can enhance feelings of wellness. During a relaxation massage session, you will be asked to breathe deeply and slowly and to focus on your breathing. Gentle rocking movements may also be used during a relaxation massage.

In addition to the scientific theories, many people believe in the benefits of relaxation massages because they feel better after receiving one. For example, if you have been diagnosed with depression or another mood disorder, feeling relaxed could make you feel happier and more optimistic about life in general which can help improve your mood for days after a session. Stress is a temporary state but feelings of anxiety triggered by stress can be long-term issues that result from stressors such as work or family problems that a relaxation massage can help relieve. Those who do not suffer from conditions such as chronic pain or insomnia may benefit from relaxation sessions at their doctors' suggestion to improve overall wellness.

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