People are beginning to understand why massages in the workplace are good for their health, according to a corporate company specialising in the treatment.
While it used to be seen as a luxury experience on spa holidays, massage is now acceptable in the working environment, according to the On Site Massage Company.
The organisation says a relaxing programme at work can reduce stress which in turn can decrease the risk-factors related to heart disease.
Karl Monahan, business development manager at the company, says the attitude towards the activity has changed and people are realising the full benefits of it.
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"A ten, 15, 20 minute massage in the office reduces stress and if you’re reducing people’s tension levels then they are going to be a lot more productive," he added.
The company also revealed chronic work stress is associated with coronary heart disease, especially in men and women under 50 years old.
According to a survey, the current average level of employee absence is eight days, which is a slight reduction from 8.4 sick days taken last year.
