What Are Your Thoughts?

Posted: November 10th, 2017

Massage therapy deals with science, but it is also a work of art, which is probably why it becomes a one-of-a-kind experience for many who go through it.  A day spa may start off as therapy for a muscle issue or a back problem but end up being a whole-health enhancing experience. One of the most common thoughts you might have as your massage therapist applies effective relaxation techniques on you is what took you so long to get one? You are probably going to get lost in the relaxation techniques applied like the natural scents used during your massage therapy session. For example, a commonly used scent is lavender because it activates serotonin production in the brain, which enhances the massage. Serotonin makes you feel better and more receptive to some of the techniques used during your dedicated day spa. The natural aromas used during a session is one thing that makes a session good. Some people who go through a session feel deeply relaxed as if all the issues dragging them down suddenly melt away. This is not exactly surprising since part of what your massage therapist is doing is helping loosen up the muscles and increase blood flow. The brain picks up on these changes, which helps release other neurotransmitters that increase the feeling of euphoria.  Others who go through these sessions come out feeling refreshed and invigorated. This is likely due to the increased blood flow that does so much good in your body, such as healing your muscles. You are definitely going to be wondering why you took so long to do this and how much you cannot wait for your next session. It usually only takes one session to know that you are hooked on this amazing experience, and there is nothing wrong with that.