February is American Heart Month—a tradition that began with President Lyndon Baines Johnson in 1964. Diseases of the heart are the #1 killer in the United States. The Heart Month campaign aims to bring awareness to risk factors linked with these diseases. The American Heart Association warns against the risks of high blood pressure, which can lead to cardiovascular issues including stroke, heart disease and kidney failure.
Take Care of Your Heart with a Massage
Two separate studies in the International Journal of Preventative Medicine found that regular massage therapy sessions were successful in significantly lowering the blood pressure in those who received treatment. Researchers reported the effects lasted up to four weeks. Massage has also been found to reduce stress and, in turn, levels of cortisol. There is increasing evidence that cortisol contributes to cardiovascular risk.
Do You Need Another Reason?
Relaxation isn’t just about a day at the spa. Your health depends on it!
Schedule a massage with one of our massage therapists. We’re located in Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan (Cedar Cliff) and Eagan (Eagan Station).
Alexandra Hennekens is a Board Certified Massage Therapist at Coles’ Eagan Station location.
