Research & Reviews
More than a feeling.
Massage can simply feel good. But there is also a growing body of research exploring what therapeutic touch and different forms of massage may do for our physical and emotional wellbeing.
Studies have reported benefits ranging from reduced stress and greater relaxation to improved sleep, mood and body confidence. Research has also explored the effects of massage during menopause, abdominal massage, facial massage and Gua Sha, and techniques designed to support circulation and relaxation.
What the research is telling us
Stress & relaxation
Studies of scalp and hand massage have reported reduced heart rate, changes associated with the body’s rest and digest response, and reductions in measures of stress and anxiety.
Menopause & sleep
Research involving menopausal and post-menopausal women has reported improvements in sleep, mood, anxiety and quality of life, with some studies also finding reductions in symptoms such as hot flushes.
Facial massage & Gua Sha
In one study of women aged around 40–60, 100% reported an increased feeling of wellbeing and more than 85% felt their skin was smoother and more supple. Researchers also recorded improvements in radiance, fine lines and plumpness.
Abdominal massage
Research has explored abdominal massage in relation to relaxation, body image, waist circumference, metabolic health and gut microbiota, with promising findings across several different study groups.
Massage & the body
Studies of manual massage, lymphatic drainage and connective-tissue techniques have also reported measurable changes in regional fat thickness and circumference in participants with cellulite.
Interested in the research behind the treatments?
We believe in being curious about the evidence without making promises that research cannot make.
If you’d like to understand the studies behind some of the techniques used at N-Body, you can explore the research in more detail below.
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“I felt completely at ease.”
The Gua Sha treatment was amazing. I hadn’t realised how much tension I was holding in my face and jaw. My skin felt refreshed afterwards, but it was the feeling of relaxation that really surprised me.
“The Gua Sha treatment was amazing.”
I booked a head, neck and shoulder massage after weeks of feeling tense from work. Nico focused exactly where I needed it and I came away feeling like I could finally switch off.
“I could finally switch off”
What I loved most was that it didn’t feel like a standard treatment. Nico took the time to understand how I was feeling and adapted everything around me. Such a warm and calming experience.
“It didn't feel like a standard treatment”
Having some time completely focused on me was exactly what I needed. I felt comfortable, listened to and never rushed. I left feeling much more settled and will definitely be coming back.
“I left feeling much more settled”
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