Everything you need to know about back massage
Back massage is a manipulation of the hands on the back in the form of stroking, rubbing, kneading and vibration, starting from the neck, gradually moving to the shoulders and buttocks, and then in the reverse order.
Why do you need a back massage?
Back massage is primarily needed to relieve stress and lower back pain. Our hectic and dynamic life puts great strain on our back. A back massage is exactly the ideal way to relieve tension in the back and relieve us of stress.
The massage improves blood circulation. After the massage, many toxins enter the bloodstream, which poisoned our muscles. With the release of toxins from the muscles, we feel healthy and refreshed.
Studies have proven that back massage is beneficial for health, namely:
- Back massage restores blood circulation in the body, relaxes the back muscles after physical activity;
- Back massage increases the range of motion of muscles and joints;
- Back massage increases endorphin levels. The increase in endorphins is actually one of the biggest benefits of back massage. Endorphins are chemical elements in the human body that make you feel good and are very effective in treating chronic muscle diseases;
- Back massage relieves emotional tension and stress;
- Back massage increases lymphatic drainage in the patient's body.