As anyone who has enjoyed spa breaks will know, holistic therapies are an excellent way to rejuvenate the mind and body. While treating yourself to a pampering retreat is beneficial at any age, many older people are sadly unaware of the excellent benefits to be found from spa treatments.
Spa’s Can Improve Mobility
As we age, joints and limbs can become stiff and sore, leading to mobility issues and, in time, a lack of independence. Massage is an excellent way of easing joint and muscle pain and can be uniquely tailored to the needs of each individual client. While primarily associated with working out knots and niggles, massage has been suggested by some to help alleviate symptoms caused by chronic ailments such as diabetes and arthritis. In addition, a massage is an excellent way to improve the flow of blood and lymph, crucial for elderly people who may suffer from poor circulation.
Massage also helps strengthen muscles which can become weakened by disuse, and bring relief to those pesky hip, knee and shoulder joints which become worn with age.
Spa Breaks Can help With Skincare
The luxurious oils spa therapists use in massage not only smell incredible, they also boast many benefits for the skin. As time goes on, the skin loses collagen, a protein important for maintaining a firm and supple appearance. Those dreaded lines and wrinkles and sagging skin develop as a result, and can prove a challenge to reverse.
The application of nourishing oils to the body, however, can improve the appearance of mature skin. The healing techniques employed in a great massage also stimulate the sebaceous glands, keeping the skin moist and hydrated.
Additional benefits can be found in the aroma-therapeutic properties of some of the common essential oils incorporated by massage therapists. Eucalyptus, for example, is renowned for its anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties, whilst relaxing lavender has been used for centuries to relieve pain and promote sleep.
Improved Well-being
Not only does massage ease physical concerns, it also reduces stress, and let’s face it, we could all benefit from that! Older people suffering from low energy levels can benefit most from the alleviation of anxiety, and massage promotes relaxation by reducing blood pressure and the production of stress hormones.
The opportunity to relax in a safe and comfortable environment is a treat in itself, but the feeling of well-being which follows a massage can last long after the session is complete. Following a massage at a spa hotel, older people may notice that they enjoy improved mood, reduced levels of tension and deeper and better quality sleep, all of which are crucial for cell renewal and physical healing. 
At the end of the day, retirement should be a time for enjoyment and well-earned rest. Adding regular massage to your routine will guarantee both of these outcomes while offering many other benefits to boot.
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