A massage can help relieve pain and relax muscles.
From the French massage , massage is the activity that consists of rubbing , pressing or hitting various parts of the body with a certain rhythm and intensity for therapeutic, aesthetic or sporting purposes.
For example: «Won't you give me a massage? "My back hurts a lot," "I want to go to a spa to get massages," "I always had pain in my feet, but massages help me feel better."
Functions of a massage
Massage can be considered a technique , an art or even a science , since it involves biological, medical, psychological and other issues. It is considered that massages can help muscle relaxation , relieve pain and induce sleep .
Massages can fulfill multiple functions. There are therapeutic massages (which improve circulation, help recover mobility and reduce ailments), physiological massages (relieve fatigue), sports massages (prepare the athlete for competition), relaxing massages (provide comfort and regulate tension), preventive massages (relax a tense area that can lead to an injury), etc.
Relaxing massages regulate tension.
Different types
It is important to highlight that therapeutic massages must be performed by experts since, otherwise, they can harm the person receiving them. Pregnant women, those who have just had surgery, and those who suffer from inflammatory vascular diseases or infections should not receive massages.
It is known as an erotic massage or sensual massage that is developed with the purpose of promoting arousal and promoting sexual pleasure. These massages are not only performed on the genital areas, but can stimulate libido from other body regions .
Massages with essential oils
As mentioned in previous paragraphs, relaxation is just one of the many benefits that a massage can offer, and it is always advisable to go to a person technically trained in this field, to avoid potential injuries of varying severity. In addition to the physical skill of the masseuse, his way of making contact with the patient's body, there are products that are especially useful in this area: essential oils .
Among the advantages of essential oils used in a massage are their benefits for the skin, such as nutrition and hydration. Below are ten of the best oils, highlighting their main virtues:
* almond : it is very rich nutritionally and also has a high level of minerals, vitamins A and E, proteins and, no less important, a high concentration of essential fatty acids;
* juniper : it has a toning effect on the skin, it is known for firming the bust and causing significant stimulation to the circulatory system;
* lavender : it is used for various purposes, such as the treatment of rheumatic pain (calming action) and hypertension, to relieve skin infections, insect bites and wounds (antiseptic and healing actions);
* lemon balm : it has great sedative and relaxing power, ideal for combating nervousness and anxiety;
* sandalwood : adds the benefit of skin hydration to the massage;
* aloe vera : in addition to hydrating the skin, it acts by regulating its humidity and promoting its elasticity and softness;
* chamomile : also known as chamomile , it is very useful in combination with a massage, as it helps overcome muscle problems, typical of poor posture and intense exercise. On the other hand, it is used to treat insomnia and anxiety ;
* eucalyptus : used to relax the skin of the body and face, in addition to relieving rheumatism , arthritis and muscle problems;
* citrus fruits : they serve to disperse negative energies. Orange blossom, for its part, also has aphrodisiac properties;
* orchid : a massage with orchid essential oil helps hydrate and relax the skin.