The endocrine system is comprised of glands that produce and secrete hormones released from the endocrine system into the bloodstream to regulate the body’s growth, cholesterol, metabolism, mood, temperature, sexuality, diabetic conditions, thyroid, and tissue function. The endocrine system involves the pituitary, thyroid, parathyroid, adrenal, pancreas, and reproductive glands. The endocrine system can have secondary effects on other organs, like kidney, liver, heart and gonads.

 

Massage assists the endocrine system in the following ways:
 

• balancing mood

• controlling stress levels

• reducing cravings

• inspiring relaxation

• reducing pain

• fulfilling the basic need for human touch

• rebalancing the hormonal system

• increasing desire