Important Benefits of Massage for Seniors

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By: Joanne Randall, NCBTMB, LMT

June 2, 2014, 5:32 pm - Categories: Fitness Tips, News

Important Benefits of Massage for Seniors

Many changes occur as we age: Pain and stiffness, muscle weakness, flexibility, sleeping disorders, stress, feeling of isolation, anxiety, lack of stability, mood swings; such as sadness, immune function is often decreased.

Massage facilitates the body to improve the following:

Improvement in tissue oxygenation which assists muscle
weakness

Increased circulation, not only cardio but also lymphatic drainage

Reduction of pain and stiffness, therefore improving flexibility

Increased serotonin, which improves one’s mood

Symptomatic relief in diseases and conditions, such as diabetes,
Alzheimer, Parkinson’s, etc

Improved quality of sleep

Decreased anxiety

Decreases the sense of isolation

Improved stability

Enhances a sense of emotional well being

Furthermore, the benefit of enjoying the simple pleasure of human
touch and company for just a brief period of time is priceless and
extends the vitality of their lives.

Joanne Randall, NCBTMB, LMT
B.A.S. Massage Therapy
Master Body