Benefits of Massage

Question 1

What are some Physiological effects of massage? (7)

Answer 1

Relaxation, Pain Relief, Improved Circulation, Increased Flexibility, Improved Immune Function, Reduced Anxiety and Depression, Improved Sleep

Question 2

Relaxation

Answer 2

• lowers cortisol levels
• increase serotonin and dpamine

Question 3

Pain Relief

Answer 3

• increases blood flow to the affected area which aids in healing process and reduces inflammation
• releases endorphins (natural painkillers)

Question 4

Improved circulation

Answer 4

• improves blood and lyphatic circulation
• transports nutrients and oxygen to the bodys tissues and organs

Question 5

Improved immune function

Answer 5

• boosts immune system
• increases production of white blood cells and improves lymphatic flow

Question 6

Increased flexibility

Answer 6

• increase range of motion
• reduces muscle tension and increases joint mobility

Question 7

reduced anxiety and depression

Answer 7

• lowers symptoms by promoting relaxation and reducing production of stress hormones

Question 8

what are the effects of massage therapy on muscular system? (6)

Answer 8

1.increased blood flow
- reduces inflammation, removes waste and promotes healing
2. reduced tension
3. improved fexibility
4. reduced scar tissue
5. enhanced recovery
6. improved posture

Question 9

improved sleep

Answer 9

promotes relaxation and reduces muscle tension

Question 10

two parts of nervous system

Answer 10

Central nervous system and peripheral nervous system

Question 10

CNS

Answer 10

• brain and spinal cord

Question 11

PNS

Answer 11

• autonomic nervous system (sympathetic and parasympathetic)
• cranial and spinal nerves (somatic motor neurons and sensory neurons)

Question 12

Stimulating massage techniques (3)

Answer 12

1. friction: (light rubbing, rolling and wringing) stimulate nerves
2. percussion (light tapping and slapping): increases nervous irritability
3. vibration (shaking and trembling): stimulates peripheral nerves

Question 13

Sedative effect of massage techniques (3)

Answer 13

1. gentle gliding produces calming and sedative
2. light friction and kneading movements
3. holding pressure (ischemic compression)–desensitizes the point and releases reflex cycle

Question 14

Autonomic Nervous System

Answer 14

• regulates bodys involuntary functions (HR, digestion and breathing)
• divided into sympathetic (fight or flight) and parasympatheic nervous system (rest and digest)

Question 15

ANS in massage

Answer 15

• balances SNS and PNS
• reduces SNS leads to reduction in stress
• stimulates PNS
• affects release of hormones like oxytocin (love hormone)
• helps immune system better function
• increase activity of white blood cells

Question 16

Effect of Massage on Neurotransmitters

Answer 16

• increases serotonin (happy and wellbeing) and dopamine (pleasure and reward)
• reduces norepinephrine (stress and anxiety)
• increases GABA (regulates activity of nerve cells in the brain)– increases relaxation

Question 17

what are neurotransmitters

Answer 17

chemicals in the brain and nerbous system that allow nerve cells to communicate with each other
- play role in mood regulation, pain perception adn muscle movement

Question 18

Massage on Pain

Answer 18

• reduces arthritis, fibromyalgia and sports injuries
• increases blood flow to affected area (reduces inflammation)
• reduce muscle tension
• stimulate endorphins (natural painkillers)

Question 19

what does the circulatory system do?

Answer 19

• deliver oxygen and nutrients to the bodys tissues and organs
• remove waste products and CO2
• consists of blood vessells, heart and blood

Question 19

how does massage help circulatory system

Answer 19

• increases blood flow
• lowers blood pressure
• imrpoves function of lymphatic system
• increases production of red blood cells

Question 20

how does massage help psychologically?

Answer 20

• reduces stress and anxiety
• reduce cortisol (stress hormone)
• promotes relaxation
• improves sleep
• imrpoves quality of life for those with chronic pain
• promotes connection (touch therapy)