Aftercare

General Massage Aftercare

These aftercare steps apply to all massage treatments:

Stay Hydrated

• Drink plenty of water after your session to help your body flush out toxins.
• Avoid alcohol and excessive caffeine for the rest of the day, as they can cause dehydration.

Rest & Take It Easy

• Your body may feel deeply relaxed or slightly tired afterwards — this is normal.
• Avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for at least 12–24 hours.

Be Gentle With Your Body

• Mild tenderness or muscle ache can occur, especially after deeper work.
• Use gentle stretching or a warm bath to ease any tightness.

Support Your Circulation

• Light movement like walking helps keep the muscles warm and promotes circulation.
• Avoid sitting still for long periods immediately after your massage.

Listen to Your Body

• If you feel tired, rest.
• If you feel energised, enjoy the increased mobility and relaxation.

🤰 Pregnancy Massage Aftercare

Designed to support your changing body, pregnancy massage requires gentle and mindful aftercare:

• Drink water and rest if you feel sleepy.
• Avoid lying flat on your back if you begin to feel light-headed.
• If you experience any unusual symptoms such as dizziness, swelling, pain, fluid loss or abdominal discomfort, contact your midwife or GP.
• Keep movements slow and avoid sudden position changes.
• Take a warm (not hot) bath or shower to soothe muscles.

Pregnancy massage is safe when adapted correctly — aftercare helps the positive effects last longer.

💗 Why Aftercare Matters

Massage works deeply on the physical and nervous system. Following aftercare helps to:

• Enhance relaxation
• Reduce inflammation and muscle tension
• Improve circulation and lymphatic flow
• Support emotional wellbeing
• Extend the benefits of your treatment

Whether your treatment is for total relaxation, muscular pain or pregnancy, aftercare ensures your bodying mind get the full benefit from your treatment.

📍 Mobile Massage Epsom, Surrey

All advice above applies to every LunaSoul Holistics Massage treatment, delivered directly to you in the comfort of your own home.