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 โ this is normal.
- Avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for at least 12โ24 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.
๐คฐย 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 โ aftercare helps the positive effects last longer.
๐ย 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.
๐ย 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.