Massage Therapy and Anxiety Relief

Posted: April 3rd, 2019

Overcome Your Generalized Anxiety Disorder 

Almost everyone must cope with anxiety occasionally, but this condition can become overwhelming, leading to bigger health issues. Generalized anxiety disorder can disrupt your life with the constant worry that causes panic attacks. When panic attacks occur, you may find it difficult to breathe, and you may also have chest pain, making you think that you are having a heart attack. Rather than taking medications that have side effects to overcome your feelings of anxiety, you can use a natural approach to help you have better health and wellness. 

Best Types of Massage Therapy for Your Stress

Massage therapy at a day spa is available to help stop your panic attacks, but it is vital to request the right spa treatments to relieve your mental distress. Talk to your licensed massage therapist about the best bodywork to help you feel more relaxed. Some of the spa treatments that are recommended for stress include:· Hot stone massage – application of warmed stones to soothe your nerves · Trigger point massage – firm pressure on certain areas of the body to release tension · Swedish massage – long gliding strokes on the legs, arms, and torso · Aromatherapy massage – application of essential oils such as lavender or rosemary

Preventing Depression from Long-term Stress

If you delay seeking massage therapy for stress, then the feelings that you experience can lead to a generalized anxiety disorder that can cause long-term depression. A licensed massage therapist at a day spa can provide bodywork that will help to prevent depressive thoughts and physical reactions. The feelings from stress can cause your body's glands to produce more cortisol, and this hormone changes your brain's functions and your mood, leading to depression. However, with the right spa treatments, you are less likely to develop mood disorders such as depression.