Массаж при месячных – можно или нельзя

When your busy schedule frees up time for yourself, you try to make the most of it. It happens that a long-awaited trip to a massage parlor overshadows menstruation. Then the girl is faced with the question – Is it possible to do massage during menstruation. Women's body – sensitive and vulnerable, with the slightest overload, disturbances occur in the hormonal background and the reproductive system.

The editors of estet-portal.com will tell you how not to harm your health with massage during critical days, whether it is worth canceling care procedures during this period.

When is it better to postpone the massage during menstruation

During menstruation, a woman's hormonal background changes dramatically, which explains her poor health and mood swings. The purpose of the massage – activate blood circulation, expand blood vessels. This is especially true of anti-cellulite, which involves an active effect on deep tissues.

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During critical days, blood circulation in the pelvic organs increases, so massage during menstruation is fraught with such consequences:

• critical decrease in pressure, fainting;

• increased pain syndrome, activation of inflammatory processes;

• increase in the period of menstruation.

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Don't think that massage – it is a harmless procedure. On the contrary, in terms of its effect on the body, this is the same physical activity as running. Any manipulations in the abdomen are recommended not to be carried out during this period. Transfer all procedures that warm up, increase blood circulation in the areas of the abdomen, lower back. They will increase blood secretions, which is dangerous for bleeding.

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At the beginning of critical days it is best not to perform lymphatic drainage massage, so as not to disrupt the process of compensation by the body of the blood with additional fluid. Carrying out any manipulations during menstruation requires prior consultation with a gynecologist.

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it is best not to perform lymphatic drainage massage, so as not to disrupt the process of compensation by the body of the blood with additional fluid. Carrying out any manipulations during menstruation requires prior consultation with a gynecologist.








It is advisable to postpone your period massage if you experience any of the following symptoms: • menstruation is characterized by soreness and profusion of discharge; • the presence of diseases of the pelvic organs (uterus, ovaries); • increased swelling during the menstrual period;

Massage during menstruation – specifics of conducting

The biggest risk – bleeding. During the massage, bypass areas such as the abdomen and lower back. Avoid rubbing, hard pressure and tapping. Honey and cupping massages are strongly discouraged. These procedures have a warming effect and provoke blood flow to the pelvic organs.

Anti-cellulite massage is also prohibited, it is not effective during critical days. With their onset, a woman's body is prone to swelling, and they interfere with the fight against cellulite. Such a procedure will not bring the proper result, and the excess fluid will disappear with the end of menstruation.

 

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Some types of treatments can help relieve pain. There is a Shiatsu massage technique, in which the massage is performed independently. Set a distance down from the navel to 4 fingers, during the first days of menstruation, when the pain is worst, act on the area for 5 minutes. Next Hotspot – the inside of the ankle, to determine it, press the palm of your hand inside the ankle so that the little finger lies at the base. Where your index finger is located is the point of impact. Perform massage actions with your thumb for half an hour, with breaks every 2 minutes. If you have not been able to correctly determine the place of impact, then simply actively massaging the ankle, you will relieve the pain.



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Self-massage is considered the safest type of massage
during menstruation. By clicking on certain points yourself, you increase the effectiveness of the procedure. Main – relax and focus on the positive energy that the body receives.

Warm up your palms, gently, in a circular motion, stroke around the uterus. Take 2 tennis balls, put each separately in a sock, place them under the lower back on both sides. Lie like this for 2 minutes, then slide back and forth on the balls. Another option – sit down on your knees and stroke the inner side of the thigh with massage movements.

But do not perform such a massage in the first two days of menstruation. On the fourth day, when the pain will pass, the discharge will become scarce, you can do the procedure. To improve your emotional state during this period, do a facial massage, try new masks to relax and relieve tension.





My default image – not only the individual choice of a woman. Priority in decision making should be given to the health worker. Do not forget that the period of critical days – a time when a lady of any age is especially vulnerable and tense, when her hormonal background is disturbed. It is best to protect yourself from all sorts of irritants in these difficult days. Take your time with procedures and sports – health is more important.

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