Can massage hurt?
The body’s response to pain – guarding the area by tension – is counterproductive to the goal of massage. Sometimes there can be ‘good pain’ associated with the release of tension. You will know the difference! If anything hurts or feels uncomfortable, tell me immediately. When I am doing deep work, it is important to ‘breath into’ areas of intention. If your are guarding or holding your breath, tell me. The massage process will cause the muscles to release toxic metabolic waste products (this is therapeutic). However, it can cause an aching feeling which is why it is important to drink plenty of fluid following your massage, to help the system flush itself and avoid this.
