Stress
A study by the University of Miami found decreased levels of stress hormone cortisol (average decrease of 31%) after massage therapy. Cortisol kills cells that are important for your body's immune system, so massage can strengthen your body's resistance to disease. Cortisol is also linked to weight gain.
Pain
For many people, massage therapy is an effective non-pharmaceutical treatment for alleviating chronic pain. Studies have shown reduction in pain for people with rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, back pain, and labor pain. People with back pain also had increased mobility after massage therapy.
Immune System
Breast cancer patients were shown to have improved immune and neuroendocrine functions following massage therapy. Immediate massage therapy effects included reduced anxiety, depressed mood, and anger. Longer term massage effects included reduced depression and hostility, increased dopamine and seratonin values, a higher NK (natural killer) cell number, and increased lymphocytes.
Productivity
Corporate offices around the world are using massage therapy to improve productivity, reduce stress, and increase employee satisfaction. More economical than bringing a maseuse into your office, the Sogno will be available 24/7 to provide you and your staff whenever you need it.
