Massage therapy, especially when combines with aromatherapy, reduces depression in individuals suffering from the disease. Another reason why massage is not only good for the body but good for the mind.
In a study published this month, researches have linked depression to dementia. People who have serious depression have almost double the risk of developing dementia.
The study did not prove that depression itself literally causes dementia but it does show the numerous ways depression can impact the risk of it. Depression causes inflammation of brain tissue and certain proteins found in the brain increase along with that inflammation. The swelling and proteins increase the risk of developing dementia.
Not only are there medical connections between dementia and depression, the study also points out lifestyle factors in someone who suffers from depression, such as diet, exercise and social time the person engages in. Those can also influence the chance.
Massage therapy should always be performed by a trained professional, but there are several options to help you in between sessions:
Let me know your favorite at-home massage treatment………….
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