subject: Rejuvenate Yourself And Fight Pain By Means Of An Invigorating Hand Massage [print this page] Some may consider the practice of hand massage therapy as a new way to improve circulation and encourage your body to self-heal. But hand massages have been used as far back as classic Chinese and ancient Egyptian times. Apart from our face, our hands are often the most noticed part of our body, which is why we care so much about how they look. You've probably met someone who looks very youthful in their face, while their hands reveal their true age ... another reason to care for them properly via regular hand massages.
The concept behind hand massage is much like that of a foot massage ... every part of our body links to a specific area in our hands. This theory - introduced centuries ago by a doctor in Korea who was trained in acupuncture - eventually morphed into the hand massage technique practiced by trained massage therapists today.
So how does a hand massage reduce stress? During the process, endorphins are released that realign the symmetry of your body. Not only is a hand massage a wonderful way to relax your hands, but it heals them by:Mobilizing your joints;Boosting your hands' circulation;Strengthening the tone of the muscles in your hands;Reviving the properties of the skin;Preventing ailments such as Repetitive Strain Injury;Increases flexibility and relieves stiffness.Today's technology is proving to be a new source of pain and discomfort in our hands ... texting on cell phones, extended video game play, typing on our computer keyboard ... all are contributing to the popularity of hand massage therapy to combat the increased strain on our hands.Anyone whose daily work involves the use of their hands, wrists and arms likely experiences pain and tension in their hands as a result of their work environment. For people who spend a lot of time typing on a computer keyboard, a hand massage is very beneficial in relieving the effect of excessive use of their hands and arms. The relief provided by a hand massage is immediate (usually within 5 - 10 minutes), thereby increasing its popularity for those seeking instantaneous results. It has become popular among all age groups including teens, children and adults.In keeping with the theory of reflexology, a hand massage can relieve pain and tension found in many other parts of our body. Not only does it address the area being massaged, but transcends into other parts of the body that are linked to the area in the hand. Arthritis, neck and head pain, poor blood circulation ... all can be treated by a hand massage administered by a trained massage therapist. During a hand massage, the therapist targets zones, energy centers and pressure points located on both the back of your hands and your palm to provide relief to the distant part of your body that needs attention.Below are just a few of the health issues that can be treated by hand massage therapy:Addiction and craving;Cold and flu;Sexual energy reflexes;Back pain;Mental energy;Immune system.Though do-it-yourself hand massage is popular, having it done by a licensed massage therapist provides the maximum benefit. Nothing can compare to the hands of a professional.by: Jasmine Beach
