Seated Acupressure Chair Massage and the Menopause
How Seated Acupressure Chair Massage can help with the symptoms of Menopause
Recently, I’ve been promoting Seated Acupressure Chair Massage as the benefits are excellent when it comes to relaxation, stress relief, focus and clarity to name but a few.
What about the benefits for women going through peri-menopause and menopause symptoms?
Obviously, as a male, I cannot attest to this by personal experience and in no way would I say that there is a one cap fits all. Though through research, discussions with friends, clients and having used this treatment on our Empowered Woman Retreat Day and the workplace, I looked into the benefits of this type of treatment towards women that are going through this change in their lives.
Acupressure is based on energy channels in the body called meridians that can be influenced by pressure. There are 12 major meridians which regulate the major organs of the body such as the heart, lungs, kidney, liver, stomach and intestines. When we experience stress, anxiety, physical, emotional and mental imbalances, these meridian points can become blocked thus disrupting the flow of energy in the body. This imbalance can cause the following:
** Pain and Discomfort:
Blocked meridians can manifest as localized pain, aches, and stiffness, often along the course of the affected meridian.
** Musculoskeletal Issues:
Stiffness, discomfort, or pain in muscles, joints, or bones may be experienced, especially along the meridian's path.
** Organ Dysfunction:
If a meridian blockage is not resolved, it can lead to problems with the organ or system associated with that meridian. For example, a blocked lung meridian might cause breathing difficulties, while a blocked small intestine meridian could lead to abdominal discomfort.
Here’s how Seated Acupressure Chair Massage can be beneficial during peri-menopause and menopause:
** Stress and Anxiety Reduction:
The massage can help calm the nervous system, potentially reducing stress hormones and promoting a sense of relaxation, which can be particularly beneficial for women experiencing heightened anxiety during menopause.
** Muscle Tension Relief:
Acupressure points, when stimulated, can help release muscle tension, particularly in the neck, shoulders, and back, which are common areas of tension during menopause.
** Improved Circulation:
Massage can improve blood flow, which can help alleviate symptoms like headaches and migraines, which are sometimes triggered by hormonal changes during menopause.
** Pain Management:
By addressing muscle tension and improving circulation, seated acupressure chair massage can help manage pain, including headaches and aches, which can be common during menopause.
** Mood Enhancement:
Massage can promote the release of endorphins, which can have mood-boosting effects and help reduce low mood, a common symptom of menopause.
** Improved Sleep:
The calming effects of massage can help improve sleep quality, which can be disrupted by night sweats and other menopause-related symptoms.
** Enhanced Energy Levels:
By reducing stress and tension and improving circulation, seated acupressure chair massage can help increase energy levels and combat fatigue, a common symptom during menopause.
** Improves mental clarity and focus:
By addressing all of the above benefits, your clarity and focus is improved allowing you to live your life with improved fullness and awareness.
So with some of the reported symptoms of menopause, seated acupressure chair massage, can provide benefits.
More and more, we are seeking ways of approaching wellness holistically as medical interventions can often lead to medication which many people would rather avoid. Maybe it is something worth considering as part of your wellness journey?
However, I do appreciate that some acute symptoms may well require discussions with a medical professional dependent on the individuals’ circumstances.
Seated Acupressure chair massage is also used in corporate wellbeing settings due to its benefits and this can be explained in more detail by clicking the link below.