Getting Your First Massage Ever

Getting your first massage every may create a little bit of anxiousness not knowing what to really expect. Everyone also thinks that their first massage will be relaxing and take care of all of their tightness and pain.

Well it isn't quite like that. Most people wait until they are in pain of some sort before seeking out their first massage. When you are in pain, a massage may not be as relaxing as you might have imagined. The areas that tight may feel slightly painful when massaged.

This is due to the restrictions in the muscle fibers. When a muscle is tight the fibers actually are sticking together somewhat like glue. Massage works to break apart this tightness.

After you first massage, some people report feeling slightly bruised or sore. If that is that case, know that it is normal and that it is an indicator of just how tight the muscle is in the first place.

Getting regular massage can help reduce this tenderness along with helping to alleviate and even prevent further pain.

Some things you can do after a massage to help continue the relaxation process are to:

* Drink plenty of water. If you wake up the next morning feeling tired or even exhausted - just start drinking water until you feel better.

*Take a bath after your massage in epsom salt and baking soda or some combination of relaxing bath salts like Batherapy.

*Eat lightly

*As you leave the office pay attention to the new feelings in your body and the new relaxed state of your muscles. You will feel your feet hit the pavement differently and can often hear it in your footsteps.

* Take a nap if you can. (This is my favorite thing to do directly after a massage - take a nap!)

* If you have continued soreness, put an icepack on any specific areas that feel tender. You can also take your favorite pain reliever if the pain is too annoying.

* Call me if you have any questions after a session at any time.