Benefits of Massage Therapy For Your Arms & Hands

Posted: October 19th, 2018

Most people can attest to the relaxation and rejuvenation of day spa treatments and massage therapy. But what people may not know is that massage therapy on the arms and hands can be more than just relaxing, it can be very healing. Arm and hand massage therapy are lesser-known specialties within massage and focus specifically on arm and hand-related injuries and issues. Treatment for carpal tunnel is a common focal point of hand massage therapy while arm massage therapy works more towards shoulder joint pain, tennis elbow, and other painful conditions.    Hand massage is a form of reflexology focused on stimulating nerve endings and muscle groups believed to activate and relax other organs and muscle groups in the body. In addition to deep relaxation in association with the rest of the body, hand therapy by a licensed massage therapist has been shown to relieve pain caused by swelling of the flexor tendons in the hand and wrist. By relieving stress, swelling, and pain, hand massage can help increase overall productivity as well as replenish energetic balance.    Much like hand massages, arm massage therapy works deeps tissue relaxation. Arm massage greatly aids in healing the major joints of the arm, such as the shoulder and elbow. Most commonly, it works at relieving excess stress to muscles and tissues surrounding joints. Furthermore, arm massage can help relieve impingement of the elbow, which, when left untreated, can result in severe and sometimes disabling pain. Arm massage also aids in circulation, a crucial aspect of healing for any part of the body.    In combination with regular day spa appointments, massage therapy of the arms and hands can impact one's overall health and well-being in remarkable ways. Take care of yourself–arms, hands, and the entire body—and schedule an appointment today!