Clinical studies from the journal Psychooncology and others show conclusive evidence that massage therapy is a proven scientific technique for reducing stress. The Massage Advancer reported today on several conclusive studies showing the physiological effects massage therapy has on the body. While millions of people across the U.S. have used massage therapy for years to treat stress, this clinical evidence shows that the effects of massage therapy are real and are not simply a placebo effect.
Stress is a physiological response to any threat, real or imagined. While the stress response is helpful to us when we are faced with a sudden threat to our safety, ongoing stressful situations such as work problems can cause an unhealthy stress response. This effects many of the body’s systems including the immune system, cardiovascular system, endocrine system, and reproductive system.
The Massage Advancer article sites many clinical studies and includes quotes from reputable sources such as The Mayo Clinic and the Franklin Institute. In fact there are many studies that have proven the effectiveness of massage in reducing stress in various situations.
Massage therapy is a proven, mainstream, medically based, non evasive way to physically reduce harmful levels of stress hormones in the body while increasing levels of endorphins. When you combine this with the additional benefits of massage therapy including the reduction of general muscle tension and pain and you may find that massage therapy can be the treatment of choice in dealing with everyday stress.
Important: Stress can be a very serious medical disorder. Always consult with a trained physician or mental health professional if you suffer from stress, anxiety, or depression.
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