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Aroma Oil Massage

Our aroma oil massage is a treatment performed by nationally certified professionals who understand the body’s structure and apply techniques based on anatomical physiology. Various factors such as daily posture and stress can contribute to fatigue, sluggishness, poor circulation, and swelling.

What Are the Benefits of Aroma Oil Massage?

Aroma massage not only soothes through fragrance but also promotes blood and lymph circulation, effectively reducing swelling. By selecting the right essential oil, you can enhance your mood and overall well-being.

In today’s high-stress society, prolonged exposure to stress can disrupt the autonomic nervous system, leading to insomnia, depression, poor circulation, stiff shoulders, lower back pain, headaches, chronic fatigue, and the feeling of never being fully rested.

The Mechanism of Aroma Oils

By blending essential oils with massage oil, not only does the body relax, but the fragrance components also exert widespread effects. There are two primary pathways through which aroma oil acts on the body and mind:

The aromatic components of essential oils reach the brain through the olfactory system. This stimulation activates or relaxes the central nervous system, helping regulate the autonomic nervous system. Aroma scents influence emotional states, promoting relaxation and stress relief.

Aroma oil is absorbed through the skin and mucous membranes, entering the bloodstream and circulating throughout the body. This allows its components to reach various tissues and organs, potentially improving endocrine balance, stress response, and immune function.

The olfactory system is the only sensory pathway that transmits scent directly to the brain. When a scent is detected, the information is sent to the limbic system, which controls emotions and instincts, as well as the hypothalamus, which regulates the autonomic nervous system. This process helps balance body temperature, sleep, hormone secretion, and immune function. In other words, inhaling aroma scents stimulates or relaxes the central nervous system, influencing stress responses and immunity via the endocrine system.

Pathway from Olfaction to the Brain

1. Essential oil components evaporate into the air and are inhaled through the nose.
2. They adhere to the mucosa called the olfactory epithelium inside the nose.
3. When the olfactory cilia catch them, the olfactory cells become excited.
4. The excitation of olfactory cells turns into electrical signals (impulses), transmitting information from the olfactory cells to the olfactory nerve.
5. The signals are then transmitted from the olfactory nerve to the olfactory bulb and olfactory tract, reaching a region of the brain called the limbic system.
6. The information is conveyed to the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, prompting the secretion of substances that affect the body based on the received scent.

Effects of Aroma Oil on the Body

The sympathetic nervous system, which prepares the body for stress, increases heart rate, blood flow, and blood pressure while suppressing digestive activities. The parasympathetic nervous system, active during relaxation, lowers heart rate, respiratory rate, blood flow, and blood pressure while promoting digestion. Stress impacts the endocrine system, leading to reduced immune function. Massaging the skin using oil enhances lymphatic and blood circulation. The lymphatic system, which includes lymph vessels and lymph fluid, plays a vital role in waste elimination and immune function. By directing lymph flow towards various lymph nodes in the body, massage not only alleviates stiffness and pain but also improves metabolism, reducing swelling and cold sensitivity.

Types and Characteristics of Aroma Oils

Massage techniques that glide over the skin stimulate the brain, promoting relaxation and better sleep. Our clinic uses almond oil, which has excellent moisturizing properties.

Medical Japan Intervention

At our clinic, treatments are performed by nationally certified professionals who have studied anatomy and physiology for three to four years. Without a thorough understanding of muscle location, depth, and lymphatic flow, there is a risk of increasing pain or fatigue. Additionally, some essential oils should not be used on pregnant women or individuals with certain conditions. Aromatherapy massage varies in technique, and the key is to apply the right approach depending on the purpose. Our treatments are performed with anatomical knowledge, ensuring safe and effective sessions. After the session, we wipe off excess oil with a warm towel, leaving a small amount to maintain skin hydration. No shower is necessary, making the treatment easy to receive. The relaxation effects of aromatherapy and muscle relief improve breathing, circulation, and reduce swelling. A relaxed body with improved circulation enhances deep breathing, sleep quality, and reduces fatigue buildup.