This probably isn’t news to most massage therapists, but according to recent research, more women than men receive massage therapy.
10% of men have received a massage in the past year compared to 20% of women.
Is there a stress gap between men and women?
Women tend to handle and cope with more stress due to household chores and emotional labour. They are twice as likely to suffer from stress and anxiety than men. Women juggle so much and take on many roles, such as mothers, homemakers, breadwinners, and caretakers.
Additionally, women are constantly competing with each other regarding their appearance, friendships, work, and children’s success. They often feel like there are so many different ways to fail, which can lead to self-doubt or low self-esteem.
As a result, this can lead to added stress in their everyday lives.
One way to de-stress and relax is to get a regular massage. A massage can make any woman smile and feel good!
There is nothing feminine about a man to have a massage!
You work out regularly and recognize that even with regular stretching, some muscles are still quite stiff and uncomfortable. You also know that the last time you heard of a massage was when your girlfriend did it with a group of friends at a party, which sounds way too feminine for you.
If you regularly play sports or work out, a good massage soothes and relaxes muscles, can relieve pain caused by injuries, and even aids in recovery.
Do you travel a lot for work or go on vacation worldwide? When you sit for a long time on a plane or on a long car trip, your body atrophies. You are immobilized, under pressure, and in a strange or even uncomfortable position, and your body is, therefore, naturally stressed.
A good massage helps relieve stress, stretch your body, and refresh you. It is usually a great way to reduce stress, relax, and eliminate toxins from your body.
Whether you are a woman or a man, massage therapy is available to anyone who needs to care for their well-being. You sleep better, think more clearly, and recover faster! Check out our massage rates before booking an appointment.
The Benefits of Massage for Women and Their Health
Recent studies have shown a significant difference in how male and female physiologists experience stress. Differences in lifestyle, responsibilities, and gender-specific considerations indicate that women are more likely to feel the effects of stress.
As mothers, homemakers, and professionals, women face unique challenges that lead to different effects of stress. These can all be addressed by trained women’s massage therapists. Read on to discover the benefits of massage therapy.
Combats Stress and Anxiety
Massages help increase blood flow to parts of the brain that are associated with mood
and stress.
Studies show that a quality massage can reduce cortisol hormone levels by 30% while increasing serotonin and dopamine, which improve mood.
Improves Posture and Corrects Imbalances
By releasing tight muscles and reducing knots, the body is encouraged to return to its
natural posture, which helps reduce discomfort, pain, and even chronic muscle problems
caused by stress-related tension.
Good posture ensures that your body experiences less wear and tear, even in later years.
Strengthens Your Immune System
Our approach to health care is rooted in the idea that the human body and mind are part of an interconnected system that must be supported holistically.
By stimulating blood flow, relaxing muscles, regulating hormone levels in the body, and de-stressing the mind, you can significantly improve the performance of your immune system.
Studies show that mental stress has a direct and negative impact on the immune system, which can leave you vulnerable to a wide range of diseases and conditions.
Treats Other Health Conditions
Massage therapy can also help women combat other health conditions, such as:
- Back pain
- Migraines and headaches
- Reduced mobility due to arthritis
- Depression and anxiety
- Conditions that may occur during pregnancy or after childbirth
The Benefits of Massage for Men
Men are much less likely to get massages than women. In doing so, they are missing out on a whole host of tangible health benefits.
Massages are great for mental and physical health. Here, we look at why men should book a massage as soon as possible.
Muscle Tension Relief
Just like women, men can experience muscle tension due to a sedentary lifestyle, physical activity, poor posture, overuse, injury, and stress. Tight muscles can restrict movement, causing pain and increasing stress and the risk of injury.
Muscle tension can be a self-fulfilling prophecy: tight muscles in one area can cause you to adjust inappropriately, which can tighten other muscles.
Regular massages can help loosen and relax these tight muscles. Massage therapists increase the temperature of muscles and soft tissues, helping the tissues stretch again and become more elastic. This, in turn, can help reduce potential injuries by increasing flexibility and range of motion.
Improved Circulation
Improved circulation boosts the performance of muscles and organs. Fresh oxygen and nutrients are more easily accessible from the bloodstream, while toxic metabolic wastes are removed.
Massage techniques such as stroking and kneading can help circulate blood to congested areas, allowing fresh blood to flow more easily once the pressure is released.
Improved circulation can not only improve overall health, but it can also aid in recovery from injury.
Pain Management
Massage therapy can be used as a complementary treatment for some chronic pain or acute injuries. It can work by improving blood flow, reducing muscle tension, and triggering the release of endorphins, which act as natural painkillers.
Massage therapists can treat various pain issues with a client’s medical team. Their unique knowledge of muscles and soft tissues is an excellent complement to the knowledge of doctors, dentists, and surgeons. Massage therapists know how to manipulate muscles to relieve pain, something a standard doctor may not have the knowledge or experience to do.
If you suffer from chronic pain, it’s worth looking for a massage therapist who specializes in pain management, as this could be the treatment you need.
Posture Correction
Many men work in industries that require them to sit at a desk for long periods, perform repetitive tasks, or drive long distances. These can contribute to poor posture, leading to muscle imbalances, discomfort, and pain.
Posture correction is essential because poor posture can lead to chronic pain as well as accidental injuries.
A massage therapist can target specific muscle groups to relax and relieve tension, which can help restore proper alignment.
Sports Performance and Recovery
Men who play sports can benefit significantly from regular massages.
As mentioned above, massages can improve blood circulation, increase range of motion, promote flexibility, and improve posture.
These factors can help reduce injuries, speed up recovery times, and improve your overall performance in your sport.
Mental and Emotional Benefits
In addition to the tremendous physical benefits of massage, men can significantly improve their emotional and mental well-being.
Some of the benefits include:
- Stress reduction
- Management of anxiety and depression
- Improved sleep quality
- Improved mood
- Increased body awareness
Choosing a Male or Female Massage Therapist!
Women who receive massage generally fall into several categories:
- Those who only see a female therapist.
- Those who don’t care about the therapist’s gender. All they want is a quality relaxation or rehabilitative massage.
- Those who prefer to be massaged by a male therapist (often because they prefer a more robust/deeper massage).
Often, women who prefer to receive massage and body treatments from a male-female massage therapist point out the greater force that male therapists typically apply compared to women. Massages aren’t enough for some women. This is especially true if they’ve had a good body massage. A significant proportion of women fall into this category. But some women prefer to have a relaxing massage.
A male massage therapist may turn some women off for several reasons. They may be embarrassed. Some are concerned about their body image or age. Some may be concerned about how their husband would feel if a man gave his wife a massage.
If you are hesitant to book an appointment because of your body shape, size, or age, for example, please know that we have not yet massaged what society may consider a “perfect” body.
Our clients receive a respectful and non-judgmental massage. Whether you choose to wear underwear or prefer to wear nothing is up to you. If you feel uncomfortable during a massage and cannot relax, you may discontinue the session. In this case, there will be no charge.
What is the difference between a massage therapist and a massage therapist?
The most crucial element of massage is that you, the client, feel comfortable. If you are uncomfortable and cannot relax, your muscles will not lengthen. Everyone has different comfort needs, from temperature to neck support, air conditioning, oils and pressure, etc. While this can vary greatly, there is generally a standard that most people stick to.
Some people are more concerned with the details of the therapist that will make them feel comfortable or uncomfortable, and perhaps the most important is whether the massage therapist is female or male.
The gender of the massage therapist has almost nothing to do with the massage itself, as different aspects apply to both. We have seen shorter massage therapists use more pressure than taller massage therapists. Men have a soothing touch, and women have a more complex touch. There is no general rule between the two. This means that the proper massage will depend on your preferences, and you must decide whether you prefer a male or female massage therapist.
As a man working in this industry, there are many cases where women do not want to be massaged by a male masseur due to misconceptions or deliberate thoughts and feelings, past experiences, etc. Some men do not feel comfortable with a male massage therapist!
This is also reversed, although less accurate for female massage therapists. Some female clients prefer a male masseur over a female masseuse because of their thoughts and feelings about a massage performed by a man compared to a woman. Although there is still little difference, this applies to both sexes! Some men feel that women cannot apply enough pressure and, therefore, go to the nearest masseur.
If you’ve never had a massage from a man or a woman, try both! You might be surprised to find that you generally prefer the opposite sex, but again, this is probably just your personal preference because, in reality, a good massage therapist is exactly that—nothing more, nothing less.
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Our in-home massage therapists are passionate and attentive without making false promises. You can choose from many massages, and our booking process is fast, efficient, and deposit-free.
