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01/30/2026

Winter Aches, Why They Happen & How Massage Therapy Can Ease Your Winter Blues

Cold weather can cause muscles to tighten and blood vessels to constrict, reducing blood flow. This often leads to joint stiffness and discomfort in the muscles commonly used, such as those in the back, shoulders, and legs. Additionally, shorter daylight hours may leave you feeling sluggish, which can increase tension in your body.

Massage therapy is a natural way to address these issues. By increasing circulation, loosening tight muscles, and reducing inflammation, it helps you manage seasonal discomfort while promoting overall well-being, giving you the best of both worlds.

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/27/2026

Using Massage Therapy To Beat The Winter Blues

Massage therapists employ a combination of techniques including compression, rocking, tapping, stroking, and kneading the tissues that provides revitalization to the energy systems of the body as well as relaxation for tense and tired muscles and joints.

Seasonal Affective Disorder, or SAD, is recognized as a major depressive disorder with seasonal patterns. A less severe form of seasonal mood disorder, known as the winter blues, impacts an even larger portion of the population. Combined, the two disorders affect as many as one in five Americans. Symptoms include reduced energy, difficulty rising in the morning, and a tendency to eat more, especially sweets and starches.

For most people experiencing winter blues symptoms, Massage is a good antidote for treating SAD. In addition to eating nutritionally sounds meals or obtaining light therapy or counseling, a massage is an excellent way to lessen the incidence of fatigue or anxiety often associated with SAD.

In addition, massage therapy can also extend to pregnant women who often cannot take certain antidepressants because of possible adverse side effects. Pregnancy massages can lessen swelling in the legs, feet and arms, relieve muscle and joint pain, and alleviate the sadness and anxiety associated with winter depression.

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/26/2026

Benefits of Massage Therapy for Winter Back Pain

Massage therapy offers numerous benefits for those suffering from back pain due to shoveling. It helps reduce muscle tension, improves circulation, and promotes relaxation. These benefits not only relieve pain but also enhance your overall physical health. By reducing tension in strained muscles, massage can significantly improve your flexibility and range of motion, making post-shoveling aches a thing of the past. Furthermore, massages help release endorphins, the body’s natural pain relievers and mood enhancers, as experts in the field highlight.

Engaging in regular sessions of massage therapy fortifies your body’s natural ability to cope with stress and exertion. Notably, the application of targeted pressure during massages can aid in breaking the cycle of pain-tension-pain, offering an effective, non-invasive solution to manage back discomfort. Highlighting this, massage is celebrated for its role in strengthening the immune system and facilitating better sleep patterns, both of which are crucial in maintaining long-term health amid the seasonal challenges of winter.

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/23/2026

Don't Skip Massages During The Cold Months

When temperatures drop, many people feel it in their joints. Cold weather can make joint pain worse. It tightens muscles and limits circulation. Lenox Hill Massage & Physical Therapy is here to help. Massage therapy is an excellent way to ease cold-weather joint pain. It helps improve blood flow, loosen muscles, and reduce stiffness.

Winter can be tough on the body. Low temperatures can cause muscles to contract. This puts more pressure on joints, especially for those with arthritis. A massage increases circulation, warming the body. It also soothes pain caused by inflammation. Regular sessions can even improve joint mobility over time.

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/22/2026

How Massage Keeps Your Muscles In Good Health During The Cold Winter Months

Many people experience muscle and joint pain during the winter months which prevents them from maintaining their usually level of activity. Add to it that treacherous weather conditions sometimes make it impossible to go out for a run, or even make it to the gym, and soon you’re feeling the effects of sore, tired and underused muscles.

Fortunately, there are ways to keep you muscles in good health during the winter months, such as regular massage therapy. We know, after a long winter you probably don’t need much convincing, but here are some of the ways that massage can heal and protect winter-tired muscles.

A WARMING REPRIEVE

Regular exercise warms your muscles, improves blood flow and prevents them from becoming stiff and knotted. During the winter, we tend to not be as active as we are during other times of the year, especially with outdoor activities. The desire to spend time indoors is strong, and that often leads to cozying up and relaxing.

When you’re accustomed to regular physical activity, even a few days of inactivity can leave your muscles feeling tired and weak. Soon, muscles will be stiff and sore from lack of use. Plus, even if you do happen to make it outside for a brisk run or walk, the cold air makes it even harder for cold, stiff muscles to warm up. It feels like a hopeless situation.

Massage can warm and stretch your muscles in ways that they’re missing during the winter. The friction of massage warms muscles, improves circulation, and relaxes tense muscle tissue. Massage is also an important factor in preventing injuries once you return to your regular routine.

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/21/2026

Relieving Tension-Related Headaches With Massage Therapy

• Decreases occurrences of tension headaches, sleep disturbances, and distress symptoms
• Allows one to maintain a level of relaxation and stress relief, reducing the chances of stress-induced migraines
• Massage for headaches can also reduce muscle spasms and trigger points

Both tension headaches and migraines have been effectively treated by massage therapy. Not only can massage help relieve headache pain, but it can also help to prevent headaches from occurring.

Massage promotes circulation.
Massage can increase blood flow in areas that might be ischemic (lacking blood flow) and therefore help relieve pain.

Massage decreases pain from Trigger Points
Trigger Points are areas of hyper-irritable tissue that are very tender and also can refer pain to other areas of the body. Trigger Point Therapy can help decrease the pain and referrals into the neck and head.

Massage relieves muscle spasms/tension
Massage can help loosen chronically tight muscles and taught bands of tissue. This helps with muscle balance and neck alignment. Also, loosening the muscles that attach to the base of the skull (sub-occipitals) can relieve the tension headaches that travel up the back of the head and into the eye and the ‘vice-like’ constricting headaches so many people suffer from.

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/19/2026

Why Should You Consider Massage Therapy in Cold Weather?

Boosts Blood Circulation
Our blood vessels constrict during colder temperatures, leading to poor blood circulation. Regular human body massage helps dilate these vessels, improving the flow of oxygenated blood.

This enhanced blood flow warms your body and ensures that nutrients reach every part of your body, keeping you energized even in the cold months.

Enhances Immune Responses
Winter often means a higher susceptibility to colds and flu. Massages have been found to have immune-boosting effects.

Regular massage therapy strengthens your immune responses by increasing the production of white blood cells, helping you fend off illnesses more effectively during the winter months.

Combats Winter Blues
The shorter days and longer nights of winter can often lead to the ‘winter blues’ or seasonal affective disorder.

Massage therapy plays a crucial role in reducing cortisol levels and stress hormones and increasing the production of happy hormones like oxytocin.

This hormonal balance is vital for maintaining good mental health and keeping anxiety levels at bay.

Relieves Joint Pain and Sore Muscles
Cold temperatures can exacerbate joint pain and muscle stiffness. A therapeutic body massage helps relax muscle tissues and joints, relieving pain.

A skilled massage therapist’s manipulation of sore muscles can be particularly beneficial in easing discomfort caused by physical activity or cold weather.

Improves Skin Health
Winter can be harsh on your skin, leading to dryness and a loss of skin elasticity. Massage therapy supports skin hydration and collagen production, helping your skin remain supple and healthy.

The improved blood circulation also contributes to a glowing complexion, combating the dullness often associated with colder weather.

Call today to schedule an appointment with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/16/2026

Massage and Your Immune System: Everything Good

First, let's explore the proven medical benefits of massage for your immune system. Massage doesn't just feel nice, it has been a long-standing method to promote the body's natural functions, including your ability heal and fight disease.

Circulation, Immune Strength, and Healing. Massage promotes healthy circulation by applying smooth and flowing pressure to your muscles and connective tissue. Massage often intentionally pushes toward the heart, helping your blood flow while releasing tension that might constrict your veins and arteries. Massage also warms areas of your body through friction and heated treatments, improving blood flow.

Call and schedule an appointment today with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/14/2026

Why Does Massage Break Up Muscle Knots

Besides breaking up the pain-spasm-pain cycle, massage brings new blood supply, and with it oxygen and nutrients, so muscles can function properly. Some muscles become rigid when the blood supply is reduced.

Breaking up the physical knot and bringing oxygen in will gradually restore normal function. Massage will not always vanquish an unwavering knot in one session, though. Often, knots require multiple sessions to be fully resolved. Even after the pain from a knot subsides, the muscle memory persists, and the knot can recur, particularly when preventive measures have not been taken.

Call and schedule an appointment today with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/14/2026

1. Releasing Muscle Tension

One of the biggest causes of poor posture is muscle tightness. Deep tissue massage for posture targets these tight areas—especially in the neck, shoulders, and lower back—breaking down adhesions and relaxing overly contracted muscles.

2. Lengthening and Realigning Muscles

Certain muscles shorten due to prolonged poor posture. Posture alignment massage focuses on lengthening these shortened areas while strengthening their opposing muscle groups, helping you naturally return to a balanced posture.

3. Improving Circulation and Flexibility

Improved blood flow means better oxygen delivery to muscles, making it easier for the body to heal and maintain posture. Massage techniques for posture improvement also increase flexibility, helping joints move freely without unnecessary strain.

Call and schedule an appointment today with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance plans.

01/12/2026

Massage For Health Care Professionals

Mayo Clinic researchers recently studied 38 nurses who received massages once a week for 10 weeks during work hours. The health care professionals who received massage therapy experienced a reduction in many stress-related symptoms, including joint and muscle pain, shoulder tension, fatigue, headaches, and insomnia.

We always take all the necessary hygienic precautions while massaging to protect you as well as our staff. We thoroughly sanitize each room before and after each client session.

Call and schedule an appointment today with one of our many professionals. We accept all the major health insurance.

01/09/2026

How Massage Improves Heart Health

1. Stress Reduction: Chronic stress can take a toll on the heart, increasing the risk of hypertension and cardiovascular disease. According to the Mayo Clinic, massage therapy has been shown to reduce stress levels by promoting relaxation and triggering the release of neurotransmitters such as serotonin and dopamine. By easing tension and calming the mind, regular massage sessions can contribute to better heart health.

2. Lower Blood Pressure: High blood pressure is a major risk factor for heart disease. Research cited by the Cleveland Clinic suggests that massage therapy may help lower blood pressure by promoting vasodilation and improving blood circulation. This can lead to reduced strain on the heart and lower overall blood pressure levels, ultimately supporting cardiovascular health.

3. Improved Circulation: Healthy blood circulation is essential for delivering oxygen and nutrients to the body's tissues, including the heart. Massage therapy has been found to enhance circulation by stimulating the flow of blood and lymphatic fluid throughout the body. This improved circulation can help optimize cardiovascular function and contribute to overall heart health.

Call and schedule an appointment today with one of our many professionals. We accept many different kinds of health insurance.

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261 E 78th Street
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Tuesday	10am - 9pm
Wednesday	10am - 9pm
Thursday	10am - 9pm
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Sunday	10am - 8pm

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