Scientists have unlocked the secret behind the healing power of massage. The kneading eases sore muscles by turning off genes associated with inflammation and turning on those genes that help damaged muscles heal.
Both post-workout muscle tissue samples than in the pre-workout samples were studied and it was determined that massage suppresses the inflammation that follows exercise while promoting faster healing. Massaged muscle tissue was also studied and it shows that Massage Therapy could also potentially speed up recovery from muscle injury in athletes, as well as promote healing in patients with musculoskeletal problems. Read the article in it's entirety HERE
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