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Pain Relief Shouldn’t Harm Your Health
Does your neck feel like it’s trapped in a vice after you spend eight hours at work? You’re not alone. Muscle pain is a misery everyone has experienced. Injury, overuse and fatigue can leave your tissues tense and in torturous pain. If the problem pain occurs frequently, it can rob you of your ability to enjoy life. For many, the quick and simple solution is to grab a bottle of over-the-counter pain medicine for quick relief. Unfortunately, the relief you get from pain pills comes with a price. Natural, safe and effective massage therapy can relieve your pain and stiffness without unwanted consequences.
Side Effects and Broader Consequences of Using Pain Relievers
Two main categories of pain relievers dominate the market: acetaminophen and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Both can reduce pain, but only the NSAID class of drugs decreases inflammation. Acetaminophen is commonly known by the brand name Tylenol; common branded NSAIDS include Advil (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen sodium). Because these drugs are readily available without a prescription, they may seem to be without risk. In reality, both can cause serious side effects. NSAIDS are associated with heart disease risk, kidney damage, ulcers and gastric bleeding. Long-term acetaminophen use is also linked to heart and kidney problems, and according to researchers at Ohio State University, it can even reduce your ability to experience emotions. The findings suggest that the drug may produce broader effects than previously thought.
How Massage Eliminates Pain Without Side Effects
Massage therapy can relieve your nagging back pain, your tense shoulders, and even your headaches without risking your long-term health. It works by tapping into your body’s own natural pain-fighting ability. Endorphins called enkephalins and dynorphins are the body’s own naturally produced, pain-relieving opiates; these substances are released into your system during massage. Therapeutic massage also reduces stress, lowers blood pressure and improves blood circulation and cell oxygenation, so regular massage therapy offers benefits far beyond pain relief. The next time your muscles hurt, reach for the phone or your computer instead of a pill bottle. Book a professional home massage, and enjoy blissful, worry-free pain relief in the comfort of familiar surroundings.