Massage Therapy: The Council on Ageing and Elements Woburn, MA Partnership to Treat Depression
Depression in the elderly is a common problem as they may feel that they are losing the capability to be productive as they age and their body becomes less flexible. There are many ways on how to help elderly who are depressed however a natural treatment may be an appropriate option. One of the safest and effective natural ways to alleviate the effects of depression is massage therapy.
Massage Therapy
Seniors may feel tired more often when they are depressed and their energy seems. Their body is prone to illness as their immune system slowly deteriorates because of sleeping problems. Massage therapy promotes overall wellness of the body, emotionally, physically and mentally. Massage is a natural therapy that can make Seniors feel good about themselves, as massage can help release serotonin and endorphins that make the human body relax and lowers stress levels. Massage therapy also heals trigger points of knotted muscles, which will allow our Seniors become more active.
Therapeutic massage also employs touch that is necessary for elders to feel better.
Seniors who are depressed often feel unloved and worthless and massage can provide a feeling of care and security. The basic concept behind various types of therapeutic massage is to stimulate muscles and tissues that are inactive and allow the body and mind to function enthusiastically. Once the body and mind feel good, emotional wellbeing will follow. This way, the elders can feel better and depression may be alleviated.
Elements Therapeutic Massage Woburn, works with one of the most active senior citizen centers in Massachussetts, the Council on Ageing.
The Council on Ageing (COA) has served the senior citizens of Massachussets for many years and approximately 14,000 visits to the Senior Center. That's nearly 50 visitors each day. The COA offer services such as:
Services To Enable Frail or Low Income Bedford Elders to Remain Safely and Independently in their Homes
For Health and Well Being of Senior Citizens
Financial and Legal Information
To Make Life More Enjoyable
Volunteer Opportunities
The COA partner with Elements Therapeutic Massage Woburn to provide a more holistic approach to treat depression and help Seniors experience more of life. Elements massage therapists provide "chair massage" on a weekly basis to give back and help grow their relationship within the community. One of the objectives of the sponsored massage is to support the health and wellbeing of Bedford's residents who are 60 years old and above.
The senior citizens of Bedford, Massachussetts are well taken care of through the initiatives of Elements Therapeutic Massage Woburn and the Council on Aging.
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Whether you need relief from pain, release of tension, reduction of stress or simply to relax and feel your best, Elements Therapeutic Massage Woburn is committed to promoting your well-being. Our philosophy is to work with you to exceed your expectations by matching the right therapist to your desired outcome. (http://elementswoburn.com )
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