Get Those Hands in Shape

Posted: July 11th, 2016

Each hand has twenty-seven bones. Considering that there are so many bones connected to several joints, it is possible for pain to result from tired and stiff bones. People spend a lot of time knitting, typing, writing, tapping smartphones and doing other activities using their hands. The repeated motion is known to cause stiffness in the hands. Hand massages help loosen up hand muscles as well as to keep them healthy. Reflexology experts have ascertained that the arm contains many reflexology and acupressure points. The points are associated with your organs and some body parts. A hand massage, therefore, has the following benefits:

Pain relief

It reduces pain and improves your grip strength. If you have arthritis, carpal tunnel, have had previous injuries such as breaks and sprains, or you use your hands for repetitive tasks, then massage therapy will come in handy. Contemplate on visiting a licensed massage therapist in a day spa. An expert will be able to identify as well as treat the trigger points in your hand, thus reducing the pain.

Enhanced range of motion

Hand massage aids in reducing scar tissues that cause decreased wrist and finger mobility, loosening tight hand muscles and improves your hand's mobility. Trigger finger is one condition that can be treated using massage therapy. Trigger finger occurs when your fingers are limited to a certain range of motion because of tendon tissue. People who have the condition experience a lock up or catch when they try to retract or extend their fingers. Mostly, it affects people who are between forty to sixty years of age. It occurs more often in women than in men. Passive stretches of the finger and an ice massage of the affected tendon followed by passive and active finger stretches can improve the range of motion of the finger.

Improved circulation

Enhancing circulation in your hands is crucial, especially for those suffering from the circulatory condition known as Raynaud's syndrome. This is a condition characterized by contracting blood vessels which lead to decreased blood flow to the toes and fingers. Improving circulation is also vital after surgery or an injury. Enhanced flow to the injured parts increases your healing by transporting nutrients to the wounded area. It also helps by removing the byproducts of metabolism from the area of injury thus preventing their accumulation in the tissues. Now that you know what a hand massage can offer, it is timeto consider getting one at theday spa!