Get massage regularly or not...

Good reasons why a regular massage session is beneficial for the mind and body ...

Reduce stress

Get regular massage to manage stress levels in the body whether it is due to :

• the intensity of your tasks,
• your busy schedules,
• your exams,
• your personal stress.

« Taking a monthly and ideally weekly "massage" break means you've taken the time to let your mind and body get away from everyday problems.»

Nicolas , Professional masseur at Massage Concept

Massage works by relaxing the muscles that are strained by tension and stress. It lowers the levels of cortisol in the body and increases the feel-good hormones endorphins, serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin.

Get massage on a regular basis, has been shown to improve the quality of your sleep, which in turn gives you an energy boost, reduces fatigue and improves concentration. You often report to us a sense of clarity and perspective after a massage, showing the most obvious emotional as well as physical benefits of this wellness ritual.

The fitness routine

Massage is now recognized as part of a complete fitness routine. Whether it's high-level athletic training or simply participating in a regular physical activity that you enjoy.

It increases blood flow to the muscles so that they are better nourished. It helps eliminate lactic acid and other toxins that can build up during exercise as well as reduce the recovery time needed after a workout.

Regular massage can help improve flexibility in muscles and joints, strengthen connective tissue, and relieve scar tissue from a previous injury. Massage also decreases inflammation caused by exercise, stress, and can help increase the efficiency of cell repair in the body.

Fight pain with a massage

It is a non-invasive treatment and considered a very low risk for most people, it is widely accepted and recommended by the medical world as a treatment for a variety of pain conditions, with or without other medical treatments.

Depending on the level of stress or injury, it can be very helpful in reducing discomfort. By increasing blood flow and circulation, it provides sore muscles with the nutrition they need, thus facilitating recovery. Massage decreases :

• tension in the muscles, which improves flexibility,
• reduces pain,
• improves sleep.

The endorphins released during a massage, coupled with a pain reliever can also help reduce depression associated with chronic pain - especially chronic neck and back problems.

The instant relaxation

“Massage is relaxing… Everyone will tell you that after a simple shoulder massage. It can relieve you of aches and pains, melt away tension, and produce a condition in which your heart rate slows down, blood pressure drops as well as stress hormones. "

Loïc, Professional masseur at Massage Concept

Some people prefer to remain silent during treatment, focusing on their breathing, calming the mind and letting thoughts pass. The touch of the therapists causes an immediate reaction in the brain. The release of natural feel-good hormones improves your mood and gives you a high sense of relaxation.

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