Massage therapy is vital for elderly people since with old age, body muscles and bones become weaker.
There are different options when it comes to massage. If convenience is a major factor to make a final decision then getting a full body massage chair for the elderly people is the easiest at-home option as it will not require them to have to go to a masseuse for their massages. But if it is possible to hire a masseuse who can come and give the massages, then there is no better option than that. Massage has several benefits for everyone but especially for the elderly, they relieve pain and stress remarkably.
Better flow of blood
Body’s blood circulation plays an important role in making sure that all organs perform at their optimum level. With age, the circulation of blood becomes difficult which can affect the performance of organs and limbs. Therapeutic massage is the best solution for elderly people to improve their circulation and help a better flow of blood to the limbs.
Muscle flexibility
Aging makes a person less active which means that the body’s muscles are being used less and less as you grow older. This lack of activity makes the muscles stiffer and it gets difficult to move with ease. However, getting a relaxing massage helps to loosen up the muscles and body tissues causing a better flow of blood.
Nervous system stimulation
Getting a full body massage can be very beneficial for elderly people since it helps the body release endorphins and neurotransmitters which enhance the performance of the nervous system. The nervous system is the strongest yet weakest link in the body since almost the entire body movement depends on this system. The slightest damage to the nervous system can result in a huge impact on the body.
Get better sleep
Therapeutic massages make the elderly more relaxed and relieve all kinds of stress from the body. There are several instances when they are unable to get sleep through the night because of an illness such as dementia or just restlessness in general. Massage is the best answer to these problems.
Gets rid of arthritic pain
Arthritis is a very painful condition to be in, and while therapeutic massage is not at all the cure for arthritis but it does relieve the pain and/or burning sensation that is attached to this condition. Massage improves the blood flow to the joints and affected areas from arthritis resulting in a lot of relief from the pain. Therapeutic massage is highly recommended to the people who are suffering from this condition as it is known to get rid of the uneasiness from this condition.
Author bio:
Sara is a psychologist by profession and she loves massage therapies. She enjoys home-based work and traveling. She is obsessed with massage chair therapies and other relaxing techniques. She recently posted a blog on Reflexology and Massage Therapy.