Does massage improve blood circulation? Let's find out.

If you've been wondering does massage improve blood circulation, you're definitely not alone in that curiosity. It's one of those things we've all heard since forever—like "drink eight glasses of water" or "sit up straight"—but rarely do we actually look into the science behind why a bit of pressure on our muscles makes everything feel like it's flowing better. ...

May 13, 2026 · 7 min · Hillary Hyland