Massage After Care
Taking the time to care for yourself after a massage can be just as important as the massage itself. The most important piece of advice we can give you is to hydrate!
Hydrated Tissue = Happy Bodies
Hydrate; you may hear your therapist telling you to drink lots of water after your session, there’s great reason for that. During massage we work on the deeper layers of tissue, oftentimes there are adhesions in the fascia, holding free radicals and toxins in your body. When manipulated and released, these toxins and free radicals dump into the body. Drinking lots of water afterwards will help your body to flush this out. Our hydration plays an important role in tissue health.
After a massage, you may feel various effects, both immediate and long-term:
Immediate Relaxation:
You’ll likely feel relaxed and calm immediately after the massage. Your muscles may feel looser, and any tension you are carrying may be significantly reduced.
Improved Circulation:
Massages can increase blood flow to your muscles and throughout your body, leading to improved circulation. This can make you feel more energized and invigorated.
Reduced Pain and Tension:
If you are experiencing any muscle pain or tension, you may find that it’s alleviated after the massage. This effect can last for hours or even days, depending on the severity of your condition and the type of massage you received.
Increased Flexibility:
Massages can help to increase flexibility and range of motion by loosening tight muscles and improving joint mobility. You may notice that you can move more freely and with less discomfort.
Improved Mood:
Many people experience a boost in mood after a massage. This can be due to the release of endorphins, the body’s natural feel-good chemicals, as well as the relaxation and stress relief provided by the massage.
Deeper Sleep:
Some people find that they sleep better after a massage, as the relaxation induced by the massage can help to promote deeper and more restful sleep.
Potential Soreness:
In some cases, especially if you received a deep tissue massage or if you had particularly tight muscles, you may experience some soreness in the hours or days following the massage. This is normal and is often described as a “good soreness,” similar to what you might feel after a workout.
Long-Term Benefits:
Regular massages can have long-term benefits for both physical and mental health, including reduced muscle tension, improved posture, decreased anxiety and depression, and enhanced overall well-being.
Remember that everyone’s experience with massage is unique, so you may not necessarily experience all of these effects, and your experience may vary from one massage to the next.