Massage Therapy for Elders
Are you suffering from chronic pain, stiffness, stress and/or anxiety?
Our massage therapists are here to guide you towards relaxation !
BENEFITS OF MASSAGE THERAPY FOR THE ELDERLY:
Improved circulation: Massage therapy can alleviate symptoms like swelling, cramps, and pain. Improved circulation can also boost the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to tissues, promoting faster recovery and better functioning of body systems.
Enhanced flexibility and mobility: Massage therapy can reduce stiffness by reducing tension in the muscles. Regular massage therapy can contribute to an increase in range of motion and flexibility in seniors by targeting specific muscles and soft tissues.
Improved mental clarity: Massage therapy can help improve concentration by combating the cognitive fatigue experienced by some older adults.
Improved sleep quality: : Lors d’un massage relaxant, des hormones comme des endorphines et l’ocytocine sont sécrétées, promouvant la relaxation profonde qui à son tour peut contribuer à l’amélioration du sommeil.
Improved balance: Massage can help improve balance by increasing blood flow to postural muscles. This can help improve proprioception (the sense of the relative positioning of body parts), which can reduce the risk of falls.
Pain relief: : Massage therapy can help reduce pain and stiffness and improve physical function for seniors with osteoarthritis. Gentle massage techniques can reduce pain, improve joint flexibility, and decrease inflammation for seniors dealing with chronic pain conditions like arthritis.
Reduced stress and alleviation of depression: Massage is great for stress relief, as it can help lower blood pressure, stabilize heart rate, and stimulate the release of endorphins therefore having a positive impact on people who experience stress, anxiety, or depression.
Combats social isolation and loneliness: :
Human touch and interaction during sessions can reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness, which are common among older adults. A German study has even demonstrated effects of massage therapy on relaxation with sessions as short as ten minutes in length.
DIFFERENT TYPES OF MASSAGE
- Swedish Massage: A gentle and relaxing massage that can help with relaxation and stress relief.
- Deep Tissue Massage A more intense type, helpful for relieving muscle tension.
- Lymphatic Drainage: A very gentle massage designed to stimulate the lymphatic system in order to help with detoxifying, the reduction of swelling, boosting the immune system and more.