Massage is one of the best ways to take care of these two crucial aspects of your health and well-being at once. At Hush, our goal is to serve our clients with therapies that pamper and protect, relax and repair. Many of us are used to thinking of massage as a pure indulgenceβsomething you do on vacation as a treat. Massage certainly can be that. Massage therapy is scientifically proven to promote healing, prevent pain, increase blood flow to stiff and restricted muscles, and improve circulation in the lymph system, a major component of your immune system.
Regular massage can help your body recharge and recuperate from the tensions and strains we go through every day. At Hush, our massage therapists are trained to use techniques that are safe and effective during pregnancy, able to ease common aches and pains like sciatica, reduce swelling, increase energy, and even regulate stress hormones. According to the American Pregnancy Association, massage can be safe and beneficial throughout pregnancy, and can improve overall prenatal health for many.
Some women do not prefer to get a massage in the first trimester because it can aggravate nausea and morning sickness. We generally recommend asking your doctor about massage before you book an appointment, especially if you are in the first trimester or have a high-risk pregnancy. The highest authorities in medicineβMayo Clinic, the Cleveland Clinic, and moreβall recognize the health and wellness benefits of regular massage!
The only times we may not recommend massage are if you have certain medical conditions, such as:. Please tell your therapist about any medical conditions you have so that we can plan appropriately and make sure that massage therapy is right for you!
This is for those times when you just need a quick fix on a specific problem area. Great for in-between your regular massage appointments, tune-ups are usually used on the back, neck, and shoulders. But this is your time! This is a wonderful therapeutic massage. Your massage will be enhanced with warm towels and wax treatment for your hands and feet with heated mittens and booties. This massage is customized to each person, so if there is some specific work you would like your massage therapist to do, be sure to tell them!
