Creative Wellness Solutions is celebrating our 10 year anniversary!
That’s 10 years of providing massage and wellness coaching in our community. That’s also 10 years of monthly articles in Skaha Matters! I hope people have found them somewhat interesting and informative.
As a Seniors Wellness Practitioner, I see firsthand how much of a difference massage can make in the lives of older adults. As we age, our bodies and minds go through many changes—some expected, some surprising—and massage is a gentle, effective way to support those changes and improve overall well-being.
One of the first things that tends to slow down with age is circulation. You might notice cold hands or feet, swelling in your legs, or slower healing after a bump or bruise. Massage helps stimulate blood flow, which means oxygen and nutrients reach your cells more efficiently. It can even support faster recovery from surgery or injury and reduce fluid retention.
Many seniors live with chronic pain—whether it’s arthritis, back pain, or just general muscle stiffness. Massage works by relaxing tight muscles, calming inflammation, and encouraging the release of endorphins—your body’s natural pain relievers. Over time, this can help reduce discomfort and improve your ability to move more freely. Speaking of movement, aging naturally affects flexibility and muscle tone. Massage helps loosen tight muscles and connective tissues, improves range of motion in your joints, and supports better posture and balance. These changes may seem small, but they can make a big difference in staying independent and mobile.
Massage is also incredibly calming for the nervous system. It reduces anxiety, helps your body relax, and often leads to deeper, more restorative sleep. And let’s not forget the emotional side of touch. Many older adults experience loneliness or isolation, and massage provides a comforting sense of connection. It can lift your mood, ease feelings of anxiety or depression, and leave you feeling more balanced and cared for.
There’s even evidence that massage may give your immune system a little boost by lowering stress hormones and supporting lymphatic drainage—your body’s natural detox system. And while massage is never a cure-all, it can be a powerful support for managing conditions like Parkinson’s, Diabetes (with proper care), post-stroke recovery (with medical approval), Alzheimer’s, and other cognitive challenges—helping to ease tension, promote calm, and enhance comfort.
In so many ways, regular massage can help you feel more at ease in your body, more grounded in your day, and more connected to yourself and those around you.
