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How to Get Lower Body Relief Between Massages - Affordable Massage in Jacksonville, FL

9/30/2020

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A simple restorative yoga pose to relax the mind as well as the low back and legs...

Massage Therapists perform a variety of techniques during a session in order to relieve pain, stress and tension in your lower back and legs. But there is also a simple exercise that you can perform at home or at work that can help ease the discomfort when you’re not able to come in for a treatment. 

Viparita Karani, also known as “Legs Up the Wall Pose” is a restorative yoga posture that relieves stress and tension in the lower body and simultaneously allows the mind to relax. All you need to do is find a comfortable place on the floor—grab a pillow, a towel or a blanket if you’d like-- shimmy your hips as close to the wall as possible and walk your feet up until your body is in an L-shaped position. If straightening your legs is uncomfortable, you can keep your knees bent. Another option is to lie on your bed and place your feet up on the wall or the headboard. 
Stay present and focus on your breath or the sensations in your body. As you stay in the position, the muscles in your hamstrings and lower back will begin to relax, which will then help ease tension in the joints, tendons and ligaments of your legs, hips and lumbar spine. Elevating your legs in this pose is also great for circulation, draining any excess fluid from sitting or standing all day and facilitating the return of blood back to the heart. 

Try Viparita Karani after a long day, intense physical activity or whenever you feel you need it. Or you can play some music, burn a candle and make it a daily ritual. Aim for keeping your legs elevated for five minutes when you first start, and work your way up to fifteen if you find it helpful. Please note this exercise is not recommended for anyone with glaucoma, hypertension or a hernia.



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Benefits of Massage for Immunity - Affordable Massage in Jacksonville, FL

9/25/2020

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In 1903, frustrated with the healthcare model in his day, Thomas Edison is quoted as saying, “The doctor of the future will give no medicine, but will interest his patient in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease.” Today, as we encounter new challenges in the realm of healthcare, we are fortunate to have an arsenal of tools and modalities that help to prevent illness by boosting immunity. One of these modalities is massage therapy.

Massage Stimulates Immune Cells to Strengthen Defenses
While many people use massage therapy as a way to reduce pain, alleviate injuries or muscle soreness, the benefits go far deeper than the musculo-skeletal system. Research has shown that massage not only stimulates a larger quantity of T-cells and B-cells—those cells that protect your body from invading antigens—but it can also help increase the strength and effectiveness of the cells. Studies have shown that massage increases the activity level of cytotoxic T-cells (sometimes called “killer T-cells), which fight off viruses.

Stress Reduction Key to Immunity
Massage is also shown to cause a decrease in the hormone Arginine Vasopressin (AVP), which is responsible for feelings of aggression and the release of the hormone cortisol, which provides that all- too-familiar sensation—stress. And stress, in addition to the uncomfortable emotions and thoughts it brings, increases inflammation, which can decrease the functionality of your immune system and make you more vulnerable to illness.

Finally, massage is a great way to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system. Sometimes referred to as the “rest and digest” system, the parasympathetic system conserves energy, slows the heart rate, and increases intestinal and gland activity. Basically, it helps our body to relax. Which helps our mind relax. Which allows all that beautiful healing and immunity strengthening to take place.

So, if you’re looking for a way to improve your immunity, to relax and to feel great, consider scheduling a massage today!
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