After massage care, benefits of massage and tips

This maybe your first massage and you aren't sure what to expect?

Would you like to know a little more about the benefits of your Ripple massage and how to get the most out of it?

A few tips and info are below on the health benefits of massage therapy..

Physical Health Benefits of Massage Therapy

· Improves blood and lymphatic circulation
· Lowers blood pressure
· Enhances nutrition at a cellular level
· Improves texture of skin; healthier, better nourished skin
· Helps in pain relief (muscular aches and pain, tension-related headaches)
· Reduces muscle spasms and tightness
· Improves joint flexibility and range of movement
· Promotes healing and reduces injury time
· Strengthens the immune system

Mental Health Benefits of Massage Therapy

· Promotes healing
· Massage is one of the best things you can do to reduce stress and stress related symptoms.
· Promotes deep relaxation and reduces mental anxiety
· Increases awareness of the mind-body connection
· Promotes wellness, gives a greater sense of well being
· Can be stimulating or sedating depending on how it's applied

Typically after a massage you may experience some or all of the following.

• Sleepiness due to release of toxins encouraged by the treatment and the initiation of healing which will require the body to rest
• Muscular ache and/or headaches as the nerve fibres respond to the work undertaken
• Massage can also dehydrate the body, so it is suggested that you increase your intake of water for at least two days after the massage.
• Heightened emotional state due to the positive release of deep-held feelings and emotions
• Frequent urination due to stimulation of the lymphatic system
• Changed sleep patterns - you may fall asleep during the treatment, your body-clock may change
• Active body systems, including the digestive one, will work better
• Spots may occur - released toxins and hormones may surface through the skin, especially if you previously suppressed your skin condition

Muscular aches can last for up to a couple of days after the massage depending on the condition of the muscles in the first place (really stressed muscles will often take a couple of days to settle). If in doubt please see your doctor immediately.

Tips for after your massage

- Drink plenty of water! Because massage increases the flow of blood around your body and will release any toxins, it is essential to increase your intake of water for at least a couple of days after your massage
- Rest - Allow your body to enjoy the benefits of your massage and take it easy for a couple of days especially if it has been a long time since your last massage or if your muscles were very stressed.
- Limit alcohol after the massage - it is recommended that you limit the amount of alcohol and caffeine after a massage as these will further dehydrate your body.
- Eat a light meal - suggested recipes are here
- Book regular massages - especially if your therapist commented on the tightness/stressed nature of your muscles. Muscle soreness post massage will be reduced the more regular massages are undertaken.

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