| Massage is a remedial procedure that is highly | | | | skin are opened up, thus helping of the elimination of |
| beneficial for the entire system of the body. | | | | toxins from the body through perspiration.5. Circulation |
| Massage is a curative procedure that is highly | | | | of the blood — The circulation of the blood in the |
| beneficial for the entire system of the body. Normally | | | | part being massaged is speeded up, so that the part is |
| dry palms are used for massage; but if the skin is too | | | | supplied with more nutrients, and its healing powers are |
| dry or if the body is excessively weak, soothing oil | | | | augmented. The accelerated circulation reduces |
| may be used. Among oils, sesame (til) oil is considered | | | | swelling. There is an increase in the capacity of the |
| best for massaging the body. | | | | blood to carry oxygen and to utilize it effectively. |
| Health benefits of massage | | | | 6. The digestive system — Massaging the |
| Massage has several health benefits. Few of them | | | | abdomen stimulates the digestive system, and |
| are as below — 1. Muscles — Massage | | | | promotes better elimination of wastes. The resistive |
| reduces the tension in the muscles and relieves | | | | powers of the body are strengthened due to the |
| muscular pain. Strenuous exertion results in the | | | | increase in the efficiency of the liver.7. The urinary |
| accumulation of lactic acid in the muscles. Massage | | | | system — Massaging activates the urinary |
| helps to rid the muscles of this acid and thus imparts a | | | | system. As a result the process of elimination of toxic |
| feeling of freshness and vigor.2. The heart — | | | | substances from the body through the urine is |
| Systematic massage will reduce the burden on the | | | | accelerated by the formation of greater quantities of |
| heart, and thus increase its efficiency.3. Nerves | | | | urine. |
| — Slow and gentle massage with light pressure | | | | Disclaimer: This article is not meant to provide health |
| relieve tension of the nerves and soothe them. | | | | advice and is for general information only. Always |
| Vigorous massage stimulates lax nerves and | | | | seek the insights of a qualified health professional |
| increases their efficiency.4. Skin — Massage | | | | before embarking on any health program. |
| has beneficial effects on the skin. The pores of the | | | | |