Having a relaxing spa treatment isn't just for pampering oneself but it also translates to a lot of health benefits. In one study of more than 3,300 Japanese government workers, frequency of spa use was linked to better physical and mental health, including better quality sleep and fewer sick days. In a similar study on German data conducted by researchers from Florida State University and George Mason University, spa therapy reduced both absenteeism from work and hospitalizations. (source: webmd.com) It improves the circulation of the blood, and is effective in pain management in persons with arthritis, headaches and muscle spasms.
