Massage therapy known to stimulate the Nervous system to produce hormones such as Dopamine (happy hormone), Serotonin(calming hormone), Endorphins(pain reducer) and lower Cortisol (stress hormone). Massage also lowers pro-inflammatory proteins called cyto-kines which alter brain chemistry and are believed to induce symptoms of depression. Stress and inflammation can lower the bodies immunity and slow repair and healing. Other benefits besides relieving muscle tension is better blood flow that can benefit the skin and hair, improve breathing, lower blood pressure, improve sleep, reduce chronic or acute pain and improve flexibility.
Acupuncture is a safe and effective choice for the following:
Acute and chronic pain
Back and shoulder pain
Joint Pain
Injury-related pain
Rehabilitation and pain management post-surgery
Acupuncture can also treat emotional and psychological conditions:
Depression
Anxiety
Insomnia
Obsessive-compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
These are just a few of many conditions acupuncture can treat. Many acupuncturists have expertise in orthopedics. If you're recovering from a sports-related injury, acupuncture can accelerate the healing process.