Massage therapy in the workplace has become a popular way for businesses to decrease stress-induced illnesses and even increase accuracy. According to the American Institute of Stress, about one million workers are absent every day due to stress. I have seen the benefits of providing massages in the workplace firsthand, while providing chair massages for employees at two Haven Hospice locations in Gainesville.
Haven Hospice gives their employees the opportunity to receive a massage during their workday once a month, and the employees pay for either a 10- or 20-minute session. I have seen many employees come in with headaches and low energy and leave refreshed and relieved. Sitting at a desk for long periods of time can cause their muscles to tighten and impedes blood flow through the body. Desk work also contributes to carpal tunnel syndrome, neck and back pain and low energy. The employees find that these sessions give them a much needed break and relieve them of stress. It can be difficult for them to find time to schedule a massage outside of their work, so the employees really appreciate the opportunity to fit a massage into their workday. Massage therapy in the work place brings health benefits to the employees and increases employee morale and satisfaction for the business. What better way for an employer to show that they care about their employee’s wellbeing?
Haven Hospice gives their employees the opportunity to receive a massage during their workday once a month, and the employees pay for either a 10- or 20-minute session. I have seen many employees come in with headaches and low energy and leave refreshed and relieved. Sitting at a desk for long periods of time can cause their muscles to tighten and impedes blood flow through the body. Desk work also contributes to carpal tunnel syndrome, neck and back pain and low energy. The employees find that these sessions give them a much needed break and relieve them of stress. It can be difficult for them to find time to schedule a massage outside of their work, so the employees really appreciate the opportunity to fit a massage into their workday. Massage therapy in the work place brings health benefits to the employees and increases employee morale and satisfaction for the business. What better way for an employer to show that they care about their employee’s wellbeing?
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