Massage has been found to improve circulation, joint range-of-motion and flexibility. It can reduce many common ailments such as stress, muscle tightness, aches and pains - even anxiety and depression.
In fact, researchers who are exploring depression are finding that the most effective (useful) tools for controlling depressive episodes are (in the following order) 1) regular (daily) exercise; choose from aerobics, weight bearing, and stretching (yoga, pilates, tai chi, chi gung); perform one form each day for at least 60 minutes. 2) sunshine (at least 10 minutes each day) if you wear glasses, take them off) get outside and in the sun for at least 10 minutes every day. 3) good sleep hygiene; get up and go to bed at the same time every day/night. make your bed as comfortable as possible. use natural sleep aids for getting to sleep; sleepy time tea; melatonin, etc., 4) regular massage; twice a month or once a month. 5) mindfulness; meditation; deep breathing (deep belly breaths).
These are just five of the findings that help keep depressive episodes in your control. More tips to come.
Articles I have published:
Randolph, K. (2008). What is Acupressure and how can you learn to use it to help yourself ease anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and bipolar disorder symptoms. Available on line at Hubs.com
Randolph, K. (2008). Exactly what is Swedish about a Swedish massage? Available on line at Triond.com
Randolph, K. (2008). Can massage therapy help ease the symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)? Available on line at Alternative Health Journal.
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