{"id":19993,"date":"2019-05-22T09:45:52","date_gmt":"2019-05-21T23:45:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/?p=19993"},"modified":"2023-10-26T13:36:12","modified_gmt":"2023-10-26T02:36:12","slug":"what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is Aged Care Massage &#038; How Does It Benefit The Elderly?"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221;<br>\n    text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column<br>\n    column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243;<br>\n    background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221;<br>\n    width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221;<br>\n    column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]Aging. It&#8217;s an inevitable process for<br>\n    everyone, and yet it is the one we fight hardest against. We fight our hair with dyes and we fight our skin with<br>\n    creams. Supplements come in every colour of the rainbow for every organ in our body. There&#8217;s magnesium for the bones<br>\n    and fish oil for the brain. We swap a little bacon for a little bottle&nbsp;at breakfast.<\/p>\n<p>Here is the reality: we will all age. Try as we might, we cannot stop it, hinder it, or pretend it isn&#8217;t happening.<br>\n    It&#8217;s here, it&#8217;s all the time, and it&#8217;s alright. The important thing is to look after ourselves and one another as we<br>\n    walk the long road home.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #100249;color:#100249\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/#Why_is_aged_care_important\" >Why is aged care important?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/#How_do_we_stay_healthy_when_were_old_and_grey\" >How do we stay healthy when we&#8217;re old and grey?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/#What_are_the_physical_benefits_of_aged_care_massage\" >What are the physical benefits of aged care massage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/#What_does_aging_do_to_mental_health\" >What does aging do to mental health?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/#What_are_the_mental_benefits_of_aged_care_massage\" >What are the mental benefits of aged care massage?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/#How_does_aged_care_massage_work\" >How does aged care massage work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/what-is-aged-care-massage-and-how-does-it-benefit-elderly\/#Additional_information\" >Additional information<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_aged_care_important\"><\/span>Why is aged care important?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Aged care services are invaluable to society. The homes and villages people retire to are designed to ease them into<br>\n    the twilight years. Support for the elderly is important within any community. They have lived full lives and<br>\n    deserve the chance to rest in comfort and security. Providing our senior citizens with the services necessary to<br>\n    maximise their quality of life should be a priority, for this is a time where support is most needed. We will be<br>\n    them some day.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19996\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/damir-bosnjak-366766-unsplash-2.jpg\" alt=\"aged care massage\" width=\"3000\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/damir-bosnjak-366766-unsplash-2.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/damir-bosnjak-366766-unsplash-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/damir-bosnjak-366766-unsplash-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/damir-bosnjak-366766-unsplash-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/damir-bosnjak-366766-unsplash-2-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3000px) 100vw, 3000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>The other reality of aging, and the reason we run from it, is because of what it does to us. Bones develop creaks and<br>\n    muscles grow tired. Energy wanes, mobility is compromised and we may grow frustrated, morose or just sad. Old age<br>\n    does not discriminate, and we all have these things to look forward to. That&#8217;s why services have been created and<br>\n    are constantly being improved: aged care is an investment in everybody&#8217;s future.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_we_stay_healthy_when_were_old_and_grey\"><\/span>How do we stay healthy when we&#8217;re old and grey?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>There are all the standard responses, of course: have a good diet, do light exercise, keep your mind sharp, engage<br>\n    with others. We all know this. In fact, these are all things we should be doing at every stage of life. Healthy<br>\n    living should never be reserved for the last minute. So what&nbsp;out there that caters just to the <em>elderly<\/em>?<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/business\/residential-aged-care\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aged care<br>\n        massage<\/a> is an invaluable service. Not only does massage provide <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC1250256\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">physical<br>\n        relief<\/a> from the aches and pains we all associate with growing old, but it also improves mental health. As a<br>\n    specialised form of massage therapy, aged care massage or geriatric massage is designed to address and alleviate the<br>\n    problems we face as we get old. stiff joints, tight muscles, atrophy, decreased mobility, oedema \u2013 and so the list<br>\n    goes on. Typical age-related issues involve:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Stiff joints<\/li>\n<li>Tight or weak muscles<\/li>\n<li>Atrophy and frailty<\/li>\n<li>Decreased mobility<\/li>\n<li>Oedema and lymphodema<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The impacts of these ailments on quality of life range from minor, to debilitating.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_physical_benefits_of_aged_care_massage\"><\/span>What are the physical benefits of aged care massage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve been here before, you already the <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-get-benefits-mobile-massage-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">benefits of massage<\/a>. The benefits of a holistic physical therapy like massage<br>\n    don&#8217;t stop when we reach middle-age. In fact, massage becomes even more valuable. Bodies that were once nimble and<br>\n    strong have to contend with the pitfalls of age. Old injuries that were just bad memories rear their ugly heads. The<br>\n    major muscles and joints in the body such as in the back, neck, shoulders, knees and hips are especially at risk.\n<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19997 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/elien-dumon-635501-unsplash-2.jpg\" alt=\"aged care massage\" width=\"3000\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/elien-dumon-635501-unsplash-2.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/elien-dumon-635501-unsplash-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/elien-dumon-635501-unsplash-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/elien-dumon-635501-unsplash-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/elien-dumon-635501-unsplash-2-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3000px) 100vw, 3000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Aged care massage can help to strengthen these regions of the body by improving circulation, increasing mobility and<br>\n    flexibility, and naturally lubricating joints. By employing varying pressure, smooth strokes and gentle kneading, a<br>\n    remedial aged care massage can present its effects within a day. A massage is equal parts instant relief and<br>\n    long-term treatment, aiding in the <a href=\"https:\/\/pdfs.semanticscholar.org\/c790\/e95a8be619eb75e15651660e8c8354fd91a8.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">overall health of the body<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_does_aging_do_to_mental_health\"><\/span>What does aging do to mental health?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A study from Beyond Blue found that older people are more vulnerable<br>\n    to mental health issues, with 10-15% of older people experiencing depression. This is due to a number of<br>\n    contributing factors. For one thing, older people frequent funerals. Living with this shadow is a constant reminder<br>\n    of what is waiting, and it can be an awful reality for many. Older people are also prone to experiencing loneliness,<br>\n    which often correlates to the previous point. There is also physical deterioration to content with alongside the<br>\n    realisation that our bodies no longer work as well as they use to.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-19999\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/three-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-2.jpg\" alt=\"aged care massage\" width=\"1200\" height=\"784\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/three-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/three-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-2-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/three-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-2-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/three-stages-of-alzheimers-disease-2-1024x669.jpg 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Many elderly people struggle with accepting help when they need it most, such as with caring for themselves or<br>\n    mobility issues. The response to unwanted aid in the face of pride is often resentment.&nbsp;Fear also becomes a growing<br>\n    burden for many elderly people. Fear of being alone, of falling, of becoming incapacitated or indisposed, or a<br>\n    combined fear of all of these. Living in fear is a debilitating condition in and of itself. Mental health should<br>\n    always be on a level playing field with physical health; the two have an intrinsic and often codependent<br>\n    relationship.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_mental_benefits_of_aged_care_massage\"><\/span>What are the mental benefits of aged care massage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Mental health is increasingly being brought into the forefront of general health discussions. This is fantastic<br>\n    because mental health is a huge component of wellbeing and quality of life. Mental health affects physical health,<br>\n    so both sides of the coin must be polished every day. We&#8217;ve mentioned that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tandfonline.com\/doi\/abs\/10.1080\/00207450590956459\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">massage&nbsp;reduces stress<\/a> in <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/blog\/how-to-get-benefits-mobile-massage-at-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">previous posts<\/a> before, but there is so much more to gain from an aged care massage<br>\n    than finding calm.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-19998 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/vlad-sargu-479334-unsplash-2.jpg\" alt=\"aged care massage\" width=\"3000\" height=\"2000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/vlad-sargu-479334-unsplash-2.jpg 3000w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/vlad-sargu-479334-unsplash-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/vlad-sargu-479334-unsplash-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/vlad-sargu-479334-unsplash-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/vlad-sargu-479334-unsplash-2-900x600.jpg 900w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 3000px) 100vw, 3000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Massage therapy utilises touch, our most intimate and important sense. Touch often provides comfort where nothing<br>\n    else can. No words are required when touch is involved \u2013 it is a unique form of communication. Massage is special in<br>\n    this way, providing a compassionate hand where it is most needed. As well as being relaxing and stress-relieving,<br>\n    massage fosters a connection that creates empathy, comfort and understanding. This connection provides something<br>\n    positive, something looked forward to, with the added bonus of being physically beneficial.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_aged_care_massage_work\"><\/span>How does aged care massage work?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Geriatric massage is a specialised therapy that is only performed by trained therapists who are experienced within<br>\n    this demographic. Blys provides aged care massage services on-site. Our trained and trusted therapists bring all<br>\n    their own equipment right to the door, so there&#8217;s no stress or struggle involved.<\/p>\n<p>Every massage is adapted to suit the requirements and needs of each client, including mobility issues and health<br>\n    conditions.&nbsp;The massage is performed on the table or in the client&#8217;s bed, chair, or wherever they are most<br>\n    comfortable. Your Blys therapist will take the time to consult each client to fully grasp their individual situation<br>\n    and needs. This consultation takes precedence.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Additional_information\"><\/span>Additional information<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An aged care massage provides relief and respite from the symptoms of chronic pain and illness, including in<br>\n    palliative care and hospice settings. For any additional questions, head to the FAQ section of our <a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/our-massages\/mobile-aged-care-massage\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aged Care Massage<\/a> service page, or&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/getblys.com\/uk\/contact\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">contact our friendly team<\/a>. The twilight years should be a time of<br>\n    remembrance and celebration. Surround yourself and your loved ones with a support network that nurtures compassion<br>\n    and positivity.<\/p>\n\n\n<center><div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/app.getblys.com.au\/new-booking\/?utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=blog&amp;utm_campaign=what_is_aged_care_and_how_does_it_benefit_the_elderly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><b>Book Now<\/b><\/a><\/div><\/center>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221;][vc_column column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text]Aging. 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