October 12th, 2012 • Posted by Ann Marie Tipton • Permalink
Greetings Readers!
As stated in our last blog from Select Massage, massage therapy offers several health and wellness benefits. Some of these benefits can be experienced immediately during the session, and other benefits arrive over time after a few sessions.
One interesting benefit I have discovered through research and personal experience is the decrease in water retention through therapeutic massage!
Water retention is usually a larger issue for women and within warm climates; however, most people retain water without realizing. Water retention can best be described as edema which is when your body is holding high amounts of fluid, resulting in bloating. Surprisingly, the main cause of water retention is from dehydration; therefore, people experiencing bloating should drink more water to prevent water retention.
The question you are probably asking yourself is, "How does getting a relaxing massage actually decrease water retention?" Massage is a way for your muscles to communicate with your nervous system. This communication consists of messages to the muscles, telling them to 'let go and relax.' While this is happening, your body's circulation increases and helps drain tissues of excess fluid accumulation.
When speaking with your massage therapist, inform them if you are experiencing water retention and they will work with you and inform you to drink a couple of glasses of water after the session to help release the trapped fluids.
I hope this information has led to you making the right decision to book your next massage this weekend to experience deep relaxation and decrease water retention. CALL 866-977-7228