Understanding Stress and Therapeutic Massage

   Stress impacts the immune system in the body. This system keeps our bodies from getting sick. A moderate level of stress may be fine, but an overload of stress may weaken the immune system.

   Stress can be physical, mental, or emotional. Prolonged fatigue, feeling overwhelmed, or feeling “burnt out” are all indicators of excess stress. If you have ever caught a cold prior to any major event such as a deadline, a wedding, or having exams, it could have been due to excess stress which compromised the optimum function of your immune system.

   Vacation or time off may be a solution, but unfortunately some of us cannot escape and we are constantly faced with an overload of stress. Proper understanding of stress and its systemic management may play a crucial role especially if one is dealing with a health crisis. 

   Therapeutic Massage and other related body therapies such as Craniosacral Therapy can be integrated as a part of systemized stress management. Whether nurturing or invigorating, therapeutic massage and related therapies offer a time to rest and renew for those seeking to achieve a balanced and healthy lifestyle in every day living.