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Posted on: January 5, 2015
Massage therapy heals and relaxes your clients. As a massage therapist, there are some issues specific to your female customers of which you should be aware.
Depression
Relaxation, personal health and general well-being are the results most clients are seeking when they schedule a massage. Depression may affect females more so than males, but massage can help to alleviate depressive symptoms. Encouraging a healthy mind-body connection through relaxation allows your clients to de-stress. Meditation is also encouraged for those who suffer from depression.
Breast Cancer
Although massage cannot cure this terrible disease, it has been shown to assist in lowering anxiety and pain levels. The pleasurable sensations experienced during a massage releases dopamine, helping to create an overall sense of well-being.
Auto-Immune Disorders
Many auto-immune disorders, such as lupus and fibromyalgia, affect women at a far higher rate than men. People suffering from auto-immune diseases need ongoing treatment to cope with their symptoms of pain, stress and discomfort. Massage helps to alleviate some of the chronic inflammation and suffering that is often associated with immune dysfunction. By helping to lower both physical and emotional stress levels, massage can help your chronically ill clients to live a more comfortable and functional lifestyle.
Heart Disease
Heart disease is the number one cause of death for females in the United States. Massage is beneficial for women who suffer from heart disease, as it helps blood to circulate freely. Additionally, regular massage therapy has been shown to lower blood pressure while reducing stress and tension levels. Female clients can most benefit from Swedish, deep tissue, reflexology, Shiatsu or aromatherapy massage therapies. It's important to discuss with your clients their needs, pain level and desired outcome when deciding upon the technique to best address their individual circumstances.
