January 9, 2014 Recent medical research indicates that massage therapy can help boost your immune system strength by increasing the activity level of the body’s natural killer T cells,” which fight off viruses. Studies in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine examined the effects of Swedish massage therapy on the bodys hormonal response and immune function. Researchers found that participants who received Swedish massage had a significant decrease in the hormone arginine-vasopressin (which plays a role in regulating blood pressure and water retention) and concluded that Swedish massage produces measurable biological effects and may have a positive effect on the immune system. Make sure you receive massage therapy when youre healthy—if you have flu symptoms, reschedule your massage appointment and consult your doctor.
Posted on: Mon, 27 Jan 2014 00:32:40 +0000
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