If you’ve ever received a massage, you know one of the primary reasons people opt for this treatment is simply because it feels good. Yet, there are many additional health benefits of massages that few people know about. Aisen Chiryo Doin, the premier massage therapy center of Honolulu, HI, is owned by award-winning shiatsu masseuse Sensei Fumihiko Indei, who knows all about the many health benefits of massage.

Below, the Aisen Chriyo Doin team shares three of the most powerful health benefits of massage therapy:

• A More Restful Night: Some studies have shown that massage can alleviate stress-related insomnia. In general, massages are effective natural remedies for reducing overall stress. Lowering your stress levels and achieving better sleep can improve your health in countless ways.

• Pain Relief From Sports Injuries: Whether you’re in the midst of marathon training or are simply exercising regularly to maintain your fitness, the wear and tear your body sustains during moderate to intense workouts can become painful. Massages can help relax the muscles and boost healing after soft tissue strains.
• Fewer Headaches: Many people experience less frequent headaches when they begin receiving massage treatments. This could be due to the fact that many headaches are a result of tension, and as mentioned above, massage therapy combats stress. Massages can also reduce muscle tension all around, which can make your body feel more relaxed and less prone to headaches and future injuries.

If you’d like to experience the health benefits of shiatsu massage first-hand, call Aisen Chiryo Doin of Honolulu at (808) 596-7354 to set up an appointment. You can also visit them online for more information.