Let's Detox Those Toxins with Massage Therapy

Posted: June 22nd, 2018

There are several benefits to massage therapy. Detox is one of them. Massage is most associated with relaxation. Many would be surprised to learn that this type of therapy is also used to eliminate toxins. Lack of exercise, stress, and unhealthy eating habits can cause a buildup of toxins in your body. This leads to various skin conditions, diseases, physical ailments, and mental health issues.   

Circulatory and Lymphatic System

The body is designed to naturally cleanse and detoxify. A heavy buildup will require more assistance to facilitate the detoxification process. The body uses the circulatory and lymphatic system to eliminate chemical toxins from the body through various organs. Massage therapists utilize a variety of techniques to manually manipulate the flow of blood needed to sustain healthy tissues and organs. There are important nutrients found in the blood that is used by the body for tissue repair. When blood flow is blocked or stagnant, it is likely to lead to toxic build up in the tissues and muscles causing various health problems. Manipulating blood flow to affected areas helps the body recover and release unwanted tissue and muscle toxins.   

Lymphatic Massage Therapy

Lymphatic drainage and petrissage are techniques used in massage therapy to stimulate the circulatory system by compressing tissues in certain areas of the body using rhythmic, deep movements and broad strokes. These movements direct blood flow to and from targeted areas to release blockages and reduce swelling. This method is most beneficial for the release of muscle toxins that can build up in the liver and kidney. Increasing the movement of blood through these organs boosts filtration and eliminates excess toxins more quickly.    If you are experiencing symptoms related to toxic buildup and want to know more about how massage therapy can help, consider coming to the day spa and ask a massage therapist about related treatments offered at Space Coast Massage & Spa.