Body Systems
|
Body System |
Description |
Potential Effects |
Connective
Tissue (Fascia) |
Ligaments, Tendons,
Fascia |
Improve pliability of
fascia Separate tissues |
Circulatory System |
Blood Vessels |
Increase local circulation Enhance venous system Reduce blood pressure & heart rate with regular relaxation massage |
Digestive System |
Food digestion & excretion of residue |
Movement of contents in large intestines Better digestion |
Endocrine System |
Glands which secrete hormones | Release of endorphins (hidden pain) |
Immune System |
Organs concerned with body defense (fighting bacteria, infections, etc) | Increase lymphatic flow Improve immune functions via stress reduction |
Integumentary System |
Skin | Stimulate sensory receptors in skin Increase superficial circulation Remove dead skin Add moisture with oil or lotion Increase sebaceous glad excretions |
Lymphatic System |
Vessels recovering and returning them to the heart | Improve lymphatic flow & drainage |
Muscular System |
Skeletal muscles which move the skeleton | “Milk” metabolic wastes into venous & lymph flow Relax muscles (general and specific) Relieve myofascial trigger points |
Nervous System |
Impulse-generating/ conducting tissue | Stimulate parasympathetic (relaxation) Reduce pain Increase body awareness |
Respiratory System |
Respiration (breathing) | Help open up chest, breathing |
Skeletal System |
Skeleton of bones | Increased joint mobility and flexibility |
