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No, you do not.
The best time is during you actual period (especially if you have period pains). By relaxing the muscles, massage can help reduce period pain as the uterus muscles will contract less (which is what causes the pain) when they are relaxed. A back massage will be particularly useful. Other than that - any time is a good time to have a massage!
Many massage parlors offer a variety of services during a massage, such as a Swedish massage, a hot stone massage, and prenatal massages. During the massage itself, many parlors use relaxing music, soothing body lotions, and hot towels to relax the customer.
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When you are undergoing a massage the body is being relaxed. When your massage is over you can move quickly causing the tendons, vertebra, and muscles to tear or strain. Having correct personal posture during a massage can help to minimize these problems.
More use of forearms, elbows, fingers, thumbs, knuckles, deep pressure with palms, and possibly feet depending on the type of massage.
Provided you are in good health, it is completely OK to get any type of professional massage when you are having your period. Your therapist doesn't need to know you're on your period- male or female. If you go to a licensed professional, it shouldn't be an issue. If you feel that it's necessary sharing that information, it is completely up to you, especially if there unusual circumstances to consider. In all states in the US, draping which involves keeping the breasts and genitals covered is the law and will protect your modesty. In addition, many women will wear an under garment for added security/comfort during that time. Thai Massage Thai massage should be modified during the fist part of a menstrual cycle. In Traditional Thai Medicine it is believed that giving Thai massage has profound effects on the body systems and during the first two or three days of menstruation your body is "too weak", so a "soft Thai massage" is OK during menstruation. You should definitely mention it to a Thai massage therapist as he/she will modify the treatment when massaging a woman during menstruation. More Options If you are getting energy work, it can be performed as usual. If you are getting Swedish, no deep work to the abdomen. In Thai massage, avoid the abdomen and low back.
A stone massage is a type of massage therapy that involves the use of heated or chilled stones to help relax muscles and release tension. The stones are typically placed on specific areas of the body or used by the massage therapist while performing the massage. This type of massage can help improve circulation, reduce stress, and promote relaxation.
During a massage, toxins are released in the blood stream. Water is believed to help flush these toxins from the body
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The duration of Full Body Massage is 1.55 hours.
You are expected to leave on underwear (as in underpants) during a massage. Trained therapists will drape you with the sheet/blanket so that only the part of your body being massaged is exposed.