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Wednesday, August 20, 2008
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  Pilates is a method of conditioning the body. It strengthens and tones muscles, improves flexibility and posture, and develops coordination and balance.
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 What
can I expect after a massage?
Massage and bodywork can be profoundly relaxing, affecting
all your body systems. After a session, most people feel relaxed.
Many experience freedom from aches and pains that have built up over
months of tension or repetitive activity. After
an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience an increase in
energy that can last for several days. You may experience delayed soreness in areas that have been
particularly tight or painful. You
can minimize the soreness by applying an ice pack or a topical analgesic such as
Biofreeze or Icy Hot. You may also experience flu-like symptoms such as
generalized aching. These symptoms
may arise 24 to 48 hours after your massage session, and should not cause alarm;
they are due to the release of toxins that have accumulated in your tissue over
time. You can minimize or eliminate these symptoms by drinking
plenty of water (six to eight glasses) for the first 48 hours following your
massage session. It is also helpful
to avoid eating heavy or spicy foods on the day of your massage.
PLEASE INFORM YOUR MASSAGE THERAPIST IF YOU EXPERIENCE ANY OF THESE
SYMPTOMS, SO SHE CAN ADJUST YOUR NEXT SESSION ACCORDINGLY. Sometimes you may not feel dramatic results right away.
Watch for changes over the following days, such as pain relief, increased
mobility, or reduced stress. MASSAGE AND BODY WORKS CAN BE PROFOUNDLY RELAXING! |
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