Hello, Massage Lover's,
Happy May Day! And a very Happy Mother's Day to all the moms out there! Your work and contributions to your families and the world are priceless and unmatched! Let's honor moms by getting them on the massage table! This month, buy a gift certificate for your mom or schedule your own massage today. Text, Call, or Click here to purchase a Total Body Flow Massage Gift Card
Why do we love massages so much?
Why is massage the best gift for your mom?
I am such a massage geek 😄 Let's dive into the magic of touch and find out!
The Magic of Touch!
What an exciting topic! We all know we love it—this is why our bank account shows so many Total Body Flow Massage entries! The specific touch of massage is simply amazing.
But do we know why we love it? Today, at the risk of ripping away the mystery of massage, I am going to share with you why so many of us find massages incredibly healthy and essential to our well-being. We thrive on it!
Did you know the skin is covered with a unique set of nerve fibers designed to respond specifically to touch? These fibers, called C-Tactile afferents, span the entire surface of the skin and are wired from birth to respond to:
Light, Slow Moving Touch
Gentle Movement
Warmth at 89°F (the natural temperature of human skin)
What about that!? Our bodies are programmed to receive and interpret touch, making touch a functional and necessary part of our holistic health. This is not random; it's a universal human trait and why massage is so healthy for you.
And what a lovely experience!
The Power of Gentle Touch...
These CT nerve fibers do more than detect gentle touch; they send both sensory and emotional signals, helping us process all the feel-good sensations of massage and speak directly to the brain. They are responsible for helping us process our emotions. This is why you may feel a profound sense of emotional well-being after a relaxing Total Body Flow Massage session. Even our most intense deep-tissue massages incorporate signature gentle techniques to maximize these benefits. It benefits your overall health, and it just feels good!
I feel good just writing about it!
But wait, there is more 😄 There are mechanoreceptor cells!
There is the recovery in pressurized touch!
Did you know that when a heavier pressure is applied with skill in a massage session it helps us manage and recover from pain and stress in both the body and mind?
Mechanoreceptors! Here is what they do...
Merkel Cells: Detect and respond to precise pressures, aiding in detail or specific therapeutic techniques.
Meissner's Corpuscles: Specialized for light touch and detecting texture changes, remarkable when relaxing the nervous system.
Pacinian Corpuscles: Sense deep pressure and vibrations, helping refine deep tissue work.
Ruffini Endings: Respond to sustained pressure and skin stretching, great for therapeutic stretching and fascia work.
Overall, these cells help you detect and respond to the ebb and flow of a Total Body Flow Massage and the varying pressures of massage through touch, stretching, and even sound.
I love these cells. Why?
(I told you I am a geek!)
Because, and this is my favorite thing for you... they activate the insular cortex of your brain, which integrates with your limbic system!—which receives input from the brain stem, optic, and olfactory nerves, the vagus nerve, and the sensory receptors in the skin, directly calming your fight or flight responses, affecting your mood, feelings of tranquility, and sense of overall health and well-being all while relieving pain and stress in your body!
Beautiful!
On the giving end, the Merkels are my favorite!
Using my Merkels is like reading Braille.
They help me apply precise touch to the areas where you hurt, creating conditions for you to experience deep relaxation so your body can begin healing while receiving essential therapeutic bodywork.
Oh, the magic of the Merkels!
One of my greatest tools in making you feel good :)
Gah! I AM a geek!
There is so much happening when you get a massage. But you do not have to geek out with me; all you have to do is relax and enjoy!
Wellness Tip:
Incorporate gentle touch into your daily routine. Whether you receive a gentle touch from a loved one, a shoulder massage from a friend, or schedule regular full-body massage sessions with me in your home, get your "touch quota" in to enhance the quality of your life.
It's such a simple thing with incredibly profound results!
This is (only one reason) why moms are so important—providing a comforting touch and creating and nurturing healthy families their entire lives.
Absolutely priceless!
As we move forward into the glorious month of May, I invite you to consider how therapeutic massage and gentle touch are part of your wellness path.
Remember, your next massage is more than just a treat; it is a key to better health and happiness!
I look forward to seeing you on the table soon and helping you achieve the perfection of peace and tranquility in body, soul, and mind.
Lavonne
208-277-7889
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