How does massage work?
In today’s hectic London lifestyle, the crowding and speed of our external world can leave our mind and body in an identically crowded and tense state. Looking for a quick fix answer only further pressurises the body, when what it needs is space and the removal of tension that is blocking the bodies own natural capacity to open and shine through.
The repeated action of massage is what brings about a therapeutic process by gradually working through the layers of built up tension; massage connects with the innate self-healing mechanism within everyone of us, enabling the body to find its natural balance and reaching a state of rejuvenation.
The practice of many of the allied complementary health practices are underpinned by the same principles as massage:
- The importance of blood supply and the prevention of stasis.
- The removal of blockages, whether that be in muscular tension, emotional tension or energetic channels of the body (chakras).
Regardless of the focus of your massage session, the knock on effect is always felt across all systems of the body – similar to a ripple effect, and as tensions are resolved in the body, often emotional blockages also begin their process of resolution.
Long term benefits of massage
The process of massage works on an accumulative process and it is worth considering having regular treatments to help prevent the stresses of life leaving a mark on your body and health. With ongoing treatments, your body will start recognising and accessing the frequency of healing or the state of relaxation - much faster and with greater ease – and soon you will start to recognise its benefits in all areas of your life.