Which massage is right for you?
You feel tired and exhausted. You often suffer from a nagging pain in your shoulders. Or you have suffered an injury while exercising. Massaging is an ancient and effective method of loosening muscles, boosting blood circulation and relaxing.
Massage is for everyone. It brings attention all the way to your body. There are plenty of reasons to spoil yourself with a wonderful massage:
- Relaxation – a massage not only relaxes your body, it also calms your mood.
- Energy – energy flows are stimulated, so that tensions can be released and the body feels fit again.
- Support with sports – a massage is very effective against muscle pain and injuries. Athletes like it when the deep-lying muscles are firmly kneaded and loosened.
- Contact – some people find it difficult to be touched. A massage puts you in closer contact with your body. In addition, the warm touch even feels safe and familiar after a while.
- Waste removal – the blood circulation and lymphatic vessels are activated, so that waste products leave the body faster.
- Time for yourself – relaxing and pampering yourself is a good reason in itself.
Types of massage
The number of types of massages is almost countless. There are four different themes that a massage can fall under.
- massage with a therapeutic purpose
- sports massage
- beauty massage
- hygienic massage
Relaxing massages such as ‘hot stone massage’ and chair massage are suitable for anyone who is healthy. For other massages, such as a sports massage, it is useful to discuss with the masseur whether this is appropriate in your situation. When in doubt, it is best to consult a doctor.
