How much time is generally needed of sustained touch to engage the parasympathetic nervous system?
a. 2 minutes
b. 8-10 minutes
check c. 15 minutes
d. 30 minutes
Explanation: Touch can initially trigger the sympathetic nervous system. However, after a sustained period of 15 minutes, the parasympathetic nervous system engages. Once this engagement occurs, the release of dopamine, serotonin, oxytocin, endorphins and a decrease in cortisol will aid and assist in the healing process of massage.