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FAQ's about Workplace Massage: "Break the tensions of daily stress, or it could break you!"
Why
massage in the workplace?
Today, stress
is a "fact
of life". The
workplace is no exception. Deadlines, rapidly changing technology, and
unavoidable interpersonal conflicts are just a few of the stresses workers cope
with on a daily basis. Studies show employees commonly share the feelings of
being just another body or number to owners and upper management.
The cumulative effects of stress
have shown to lead to 
Anxiety, depression, irritability, or anger.
Headaches, backaches, eyestrain, neck pain.
Listlessness, poor concentration,
Repetitive use injuries such as tendonitis or carpal tunnel syndrome.
Lower resistance to colds and infections, high blood pressure, ulcers and heart
disease. Physical
and emotional exhaustion, also known as "burn-out".
What
is Workplace Massage?
Workplace massage is a short 10-15 minute massage
given to employees at the workplace. The massages generally covers such areas as
the head, neck, shoulder, back, arms, and hands, and can be adapted to special
needs. The massages are given by licensed, medically trained massage therapists
while employees sit in a specially designed chair built for comfort and support.
They remain fully clothed and no oils or lotions are used.
How
does workplace massage work?
Normally massages
take place in an empty office, conference or break room. Prior to massage day, a
sign up list should be started so employees wishing to receive massages can
sign-up. On massage day, each employee rotates to get a massage. When they are finished they inform the next person
on the list that it is their turn. This way employees can stay productive while someone else is getting a massage.
How does my company benefit?
The benefits are priceless
Increases employee morale, show them that you care
Decreases absenteeism
Lowers employee
turn-over Increases
productivity
Decreases
healthcare costs
It's also tax deductible. (Article)
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Will
employees be too relaxed to work after massage?
No,
just the opposite, short chair massages refreshes and rejuvenates.
According
to
Dr. Tiffany Field, University of
Miami School of Medicine
“Any One Who Needs to Stay Alert and Focused...Should
Get a
"Massage
– Quick!"
Field,
Ironson, Pickens et al. (1996).International
Journal of Neuroscience
86, 197-205
Controlled
studies, conducted at University of Miami School of Medicine, Duke and Georgetown Universities.
Groups of subjects received 10-15-minute chair massages ,while other
groups rested for the same period of time. EEG results showed that subjects who received chair massages, had an increase in delta
brain waves, suggesting they were more relaxed than
the rested group and a decrease
in alpha and beta brain waves (indicating greater alertness).
The
massaged subjects also worked math computations faster and
more accurately than the groups who only rested for the same periods of time.
So, if you want your employees alert and focused, bring massage into your
workplace.
Who pays for the massage, the company or the employees?
Most companies pay
for employees to receive massage, some share the cost with employees, while
others let employees foot the entire bill. Either way bringing massage therapy to the workplace is a
win-win for any company and it's employees.
How much does it cost?
Each office and event is so different, simply request
a quote for your office or contact us to discuss your needs. We offer a low
price guarantee.
"Stressed" turned around spells "Desserts", Give your employees "Healthy Desserts"!
Contact us to discuss how to get massage
started in your workplace!
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