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Using Massage Therapy in Autoimmune
Diseases Care
Research backs up the potential benefits specific techniques can have on various autoimmune diseases.
Take for instance, a 2014 Canadian study conducted on 24 multiple sclerosis patients who underwent 2
massage sessions per week for a month. Participants were randomly split into two groups. One
received massage therapy while the other group did not. The technique used was a full body Swedish
massage for 45 minutes with an emphasis on lower extremities. Results showed participants from the
first group experienced an improvement in overall health and wellbeing. This shows great potential for
the future, particularly if a person decides to incorporate it in their lifestyle.
Furthermore, studies reveal promising results in rheumatoid arthritis. In addition to being able to
achieve muscle release across joints, massage therapy can impact a patient’s state of mind and can
even delay progression of symptoms when performed by a therapist.
Despite the stigma it receives, massage therapy has been offering support among the autoimmune
disease communities. Helping promote blood flow, relaxation, spinal alignment, psychological
improvements, various techniques can at the very least improve the quality of life in diabetes or gastro
patients. Massage therapy can transform into a valuable aid in relieving pain and promoting general
well-being. Also having an active lifestyle, despite of how many times you have heard it, is vital. It
means making sure your body gets equipped with all available resources to fight the condition.