Massage in Gilbertsville, PA

Myths & Facts About Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy has many wonderful and therapeutic benefits, but, even though people have been enjoying massages for millennia, some myths about them persist.

Myth 1: A massage is a massage - no matter where you go.

Fact: Not all massages are created equal. There are many different types of massage, and each has its own role. Spa massages, such as the Classic, Deep Tissue and Aromatherapy massages at Lords and Ladies Salon & Medical Spa, focuses on stress relief and reducing general muscle soreness. Sports massages help athletes, from Olympians to weekend warriors, keep their muscles and joints in good shape.

Myth 2: Massages only help with physical pain.

Fact: Massages also keep your mind healthy by decreasing decrease levels of cortisol, a hormone released during periods of stress. Massages also increase certain chemicals in the body, such as serotonin and dopamine, which are directly related to feelings of well-being.

Myth 3: The effects of massage are temporary.

Fact: A good massage therapist does more than address temporary aches and pains. Regular massages allow a therapist to retrain your muscles to reduce stress and pain in various areas of your body. Even though you're not constantly on the massage table, muscle memory enables the benefits of your treatment to remain long after your massage is over.

Myth 4: A massage has to hurt to be effective.

Fact: Everyone is different and some people are more sensitive than others. Some people may feel a bit sore the day after a massage, especially after a Deep Tissue Massage, because their muscles got quite a workout.   Feeling great the next day is perfectly normal, too. The sign of a good massage is that you feel better than you did before.

Myth 5: Don't stop a therapist during a massage, even if it hurts.

Fact: Massage therapy should not be painful. You may feel discomfort when the therapist applies deep pressure to release a “knot” of muscle tissue, but speak up if the pain or discomfort persists. Your massage therapist will want to know right away if you're uncomfortable so that he or she can make adjustments.

When you're ready to relax your muscles, boost your energy and feel less fatigued, pamper yourself with a refreshing massage at Lords and Ladies Salon & Medical Spa in Gilbertsville, PA. Call us at (844) 725-6655, or book online!

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