Stress can Manifest as Pain and how Massage Helps

Many studies have demonstrated that stress, depression, and emotional events can cause adverse physical symptoms ranging from short-term, moderate pain to severe, chronic pain and discomfort.

One byproduct of stress is an overall feeling of tension resulting from the tightening of the body’s muscles. Our bodies handle stress better if we can remove excess tension. Booking a session at a Fredericksburg day spa is an excellent way to remove tension. No medical prescription can help us to relax better than natural massage therapy.

Massage Relaxes Muscles

Massage causes a mechanical response. The physical manipulation in massage has the effect of relaxing the muscle tissue. It reduces tension, painful contractions, and spasms. Massage can also reduce nerve compression. When muscles are relaxed, the nerves are no longer compressed and can assume their normal work of transmitting messages to and from the brain, which improves the functioning of the muscles. A massage therapy session at a Fredericksburg day spa can dramatically improve muscle tissue relaxation and, therefore, stress-induced pain.

Massage Releases Dopamine

Dopamine is a chemical naturally produced by the body and helps us feel good. It helps to keep the central nervous system functioning smoothly. When we have high levels of stress, this balance is disrupted, leading to feelings of depression and anxiety. The kneading and pressure on the muscles provided through massage encourage the release of dopamine and helps the body to manage stress and pain better.