Stress Relief

Stress is a part of everyday life.  However, there are times when stress will get the better of us.  If that happens, the body fights back by producing more cortisol, a hormone that can lead to a suppressed immune system, high blood pressure, and obesity.  

To help combat stress, RMT Ottawa massage therapists help our clients understand it.

As small stressors begin to grow, there are a number of manifestations including:

• Headache
• Irritability
• Depression
• Fatigue
• Difficulty focusing
• Restlessness

As the body begins to focus on these issues that can cause the heart rate to increase, higher blood pressure, and more cortisol production, there is less energy to devote to immune systems and digestive issues.  If it persists and grows, it can result in physical and emotional changes, including seclusion from regular activities and family or friends.

Recognizing the symptoms early can help find courses of treatment to reduce the stress.

 Massage therapy has long been recognized as an effective method to combat stress.  Massage will increase the production of endorphins, which are chemicals that make you “feel good”.  Blood pressure and heart rates are lowered.

Contacting RMT Ottawa will help you find the right massage therapist for in-home service.  Our mobile service can be the answer.  Benefits of massage therapy include:

• Stress reduction – This can include less anger and curbing the desire to “self medicate” through alcohol, overeating or drug reliance.  It can improve your overall quality of life.
• Mood management – The act of massage will relax the muscles and allow your brain to regroup.  An increase in endorphins will allow you to take control of yourself and the situation.
• Focus – A calmer outlook will allow you to better focus on job responsibilities and interpersonal relationships.
• Other illnesses – People who are overstressed often overlook other symptoms until they become major problems, like cardiac issues.  In addition, those with chronic health issues have found that regular massage will help control the symptoms associated with the disease.  Some of these conditions include:
• Digestive
• Fibromyalgia
• Joint pain
• Rheumatoid arthritis

As you can tell, controlling the stress in your life is one of the key elements to a successful and enjoyable life.  Scheduling stress-relieving massage sessions is one way to help with that issue.  Our mobile massage therapists are an excellent choice.  They will come to your home or place of business on a regular basis.  Their tested techniques will improve blood flow and the removal of toxins in the system.  Heart rates will lower and ease the strain on the heart muscles.  Better focus and relaxation will make sports more enjoyable and you will find you are less prone to injury.

Contact us today to arrange for a consultation.  We will take a comprehensive medical history and discuss life situations that can impact the stress in your current situation.  Our therapists will work with you to relax the muscles and improve blood flow.  We can also offer suggestions for dealing with stress on a daily basis.