Benefits
People will experience different benefits dependent on how often you have the treatment. The better results are felt if you receive treatment regularly.
Reduce stress
Stress negatively changes the autonomic nervous system, reducing heart rate variability. Low heart rate variability indicates higher stress levels; high variability indicates relaxation.
The study determined rhythmical massage led to long-term heart rate variability stimulation, a sign of relaxation. The aromatic oil is also helped.
Lower blood pressure
This could be related to the way massage affects the circulatory system. During a massage, the blood vessels expand. This speeds blood flow and reduces resistance in the arteries, which helps improve blood pressure.
Improve skin health
According to practitioners, healthy skin is a main benefit of the massage. The oil is used to nourish the skin, which supposedly improves its overall appearance. The massage strokes are believed to:
~increase skin blood flow
~reduce appearance of wrinkles, cellulite, and scars
~improve skin smoothness and softness
~decrease hyperpigmentation
Reduce muscle stiffness
Another purported benefit is better flexibility. It’s thought to decrease stiffness and increase mobility by loosening shortened tight muscles, improves ankle joint flexibility.
Promotes lymphatic drainage
Massage can improve lymphedema by encouraging lymphatic drainage. The physical pressure expands lymphatic vessels, which promotes lymph flow. Massage has been used to reduce lymphedema after surgery, injury, or radiation therapy. Your lymphatic system removes your body’s waste. If you have surgery or a medical condition, the fluid in your lymphatic system can accumulate and cause swelling, or lymphedema.
