The Benefits of Sports Massage for desk/computer based professionals
As I sit here, writing this blog on the benefits of sports massage for desk/computer based workers I suddenly become very aware of my posture at my laptop. I know too well how easy it is to hunch over at a desk or over a PC and experience upper back, neck and shoulder pain. Posture change and body movement throughout your working day should be addressed to start to help with these muscle imbalances, but for those who experience limited neck movement, stiff upper backs or even headaches – a sports massage could be just what you need to help to get that movement back and reduce discomfort at your desk.
Sports massage, otherwise known as deep tissue massage helps to relax tight muscles through the production of heat and oxygenated blood to the problem areas whilst helping realigning muscles fibres which can get stuck together to produce a knot. It also helps to improve your immune system function and improve energy flow in the body. The psychological effect of sports massage is just as beneficial as the physiological effects of the treatment. In a typical fast paced, target driven office stress levels can be high. With high stress levels comes the innate response of shoulder elevation which puts even more pressure on these tight areas. Sports massage reduces stress levels from its calming, relaxing effect. The release of the hormones dopamine and serotonin, help to improve mood and promotes a feeling of wellbeing and reduce stress levels. The treatment also helps to reduce the production of adrenaline which is the hormone responsible for initial reactions to short term stress.
The myth crushed…
It has often been the misconception that sports massage is just for sporty individuals and athletes. It is an extremely effective treatment for the very active…YES. But from hopefully reading the facts on the benefits of this treatment for office professionals you will realise it is a treatment that is ideal for everyone!
For more information on sports massage please do not hesitate to contact me.
Annie Nunn