They say the purpose of massage is to relax the tissue, increase the flow of blood and oxygen, and decrease pain.

We just know it feels good...

So using the right tools for the job (and getting someone to help!) is a good way to relax and enjoy that Spa feeling at home.

According to Suzanne Schaper, a Board Certified Massage Therapist from the USA:

"A lot happens in your body and in your brain when you get a massage. For one thing, massage has been proven to release a rush of dopamine and serotonin in the brain while decreasing the stress hormone cortisol, leading to overall relaxation. Massage also stimulates pressure receptors, which enhance vagal activity.

The vagus nerve is one of the 12 cranial nerves in the brain. This nerve is responsible for certain tasks within your body, particularly your heart rate. When activated during massage, your heart rate slows, which lowers blood pressure and decreases stress hormones. According to Tiffany Field, Ph.D., in the article Massage and Addiction: “You will sleep better, be less anxious. It’s a whole chemical reaction that is happening.”