The Immune System and Massage Therapy: How They Work Together
Your immune system protects you from illness and helps you recover faster when you get sick. But everyday stress, poor circulation, fatigue, and muscle tension can weaken these defences. At The Shiatsu Massage Center , massage therapy is one of the most effective natural ways to strengthen the immune system and improve overall health. The Link Between the Immune System and Massage Therapy Massage therapy does more than help you relax—it actively supports your body’s natural defence systems. Research shows regular massage enhances blood flow, reduces cortisol (the stress hormone), and increases the activity of natural killer (NK) cells that help fight viruses and bacteria. Chronic stress and poor sleep weaken the immune response. Visiting a relaxing massage center helps the body reset, reduce internal stress, and function more efficiently. Massage Reduces Stress and Strengthens Immune Response Many people unknowingly carry chronic tension in their shoulders, neck...