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Massage therapy is a key component of self-care for many people, and it can rejuvenate your body, reset your mind and leave you feeling refreshed for the days that follow. Whether you're a regular or going to massage therapy for the first time, these tips will help you get the most out of the experience.

How to Get the Most Out of Massage Therapy

1. Set a Goal

Before your appointment, think about what you hope to gain. Are you looking to relax and enjoy some quiet time? Do you have aches and pain you're trying to alleviate? Communicating your goals will help the massage therapist customize the best experience for you. 

2. Arrive Early & Relaxed

Rushing to your session can leave you stressed and anxious—the opposite of how you should feel during a massage therapy appointment. Arriving early allows for time to relax your body and mind. If you have time, light stretching or a hot shower can loosen up your muscles. 

3. Breathe!

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Sometimes clients forget to breathe normally if the massage therapist works on a sensitive part of the body. However, focusing on how long, deep breaths feel as they fill up your chest and stomach, then how they sound as they exit your body, will help you relax.

4. Leave the Electronics Behind

So many people are glued to their phones 24/7 these days, but a massage therapy session is a perfect time to go off the grid temporarily. Switching off your phone, tablet, and smartwatch can help you turn off your mind, too.

5. Schedule Quiet Time Afterward

Try to avoid getting up too quickly and rushing off once the appointment is over. Doing so can cause dizziness or lightheadedness following massage therapy, so stretch out on the table for a few moments. Sit up slowly, drink water, and take more deep breaths. Enjoy that calm, rested, post-massage therapy feeling.

 

Reap all the benefits of massage therapy by visiting MassageLuXe in Illinois and Indiana. The licensed massage therapy professionals are ready to help, whether you simply need to unwind or you're experiencing discomfort or tightness in your body. They offer various massage therapies, aromatherapy, and facials in three convenient locations. Visit them online to learn more about massage therapy sessions, or call to schedule an appointment. Dial (618) 307-0093 for Edwardsville, (217) 701-4444 for Springfield, or (317) 203-3303 for Carmel.

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