Westchester Massage Therapist

Getting a massage is often looked at only as a luxury experience. When most people think of someone getting a massage, it is usually something thought of as an activity done on vacation, at a spa or a resort. We picture the robe. We smell the lavender. We hear the soft music. We feel the therapist work our muscles to relieve, or release, tension, stress, anxiety or what ever negativity is being balled up in our muscles. But, going deeper, massage means much more than this. Massage is something that can be done more locally, to escape the everyday grind. Even if just for a little while.

Circulation

What many people don’t realize is how massage helps aid in circulation. As the muscles are worked in this more passive activity, blood flow is inhibited. Increased blood flow is helpful for bringing more oxygen and nutrients to all part of the body, muscles, organs, tissues, etc. It also helps remove the toxins that build up in these areas. This removal of bad and influx of good can lead to better skin condition, improved movement, improved function and clearer, more focused thinking.

Reduce Tension

This is where most people place the rationalization of getting a massage. As the Westchester massage therapist presses or rubs into our muscles, we can easily feel the tingle of stress almost compressed into an area and then released, much like a broom can push a wave of water into a corner and then have it rush over the edges and disappear leaving the floor it once covered with less liquid than before. With every sweep, the water is reduced until it can dry on its own. Such is the way that each rub is seen on the neck, the lower back, the hands, fingers, legs, etc. Massage helps push the stress, tension and anxiety of the everyday away.

Recovery

Even the well-conditioned athlete enjoys massage. Many people will say that an athlete doesn’t look like they need a massage. They are fit, posture is great and they seem happier. Yes, exercise is a great way to release stress. However,

muscles need time to recover, and massage is a great recovery aid. Whether you work out on your own or with the aid of a personal trainer, muscles need time to repair the “damage” done during the workout. As torn muscles fibers repair themselves, that’s when muscles grow. The improved circulation and lengthening of the muscles through massage is an absolute catalyst to improved recovery.

Before beginning any exercise program, please seek medical clearance from your primary care physician.