Last week I went for a massage, and yes, I may have drooled. OK, I’ll admit it, I did drool. Getting a massage for me presently is calming and not at all a trigger for the PTSD. When I first began going for a massage after I had my daughter, I needed to make sure to communicate to my masseuse situations that would be triggers for me, things that may simulate the trauma and result in panic. If you have an empathetic and understanding masseuse, this communication should not be a problem. Massage can help rid your body of harmful toxins by releasing knots in your muscles and producing a feeling of overall wellness for your physical body and mind. I’ve continued to communicate with my masseuse about my current therapies, meds, and interstim surgery in an effort to get the most out of my time on the table. I go to the same masseuse each time so that she has a file on me and my situation. In the beginning of each session we create a plan for a successful massage that promotes wellness. During the massage, the masseuse makes sure that pressure is adequate and relaxation is being achieved. After the massage, water is provided and future water intake in encouraged. I can’t begin to tell you how calming massage is for me. I cannot wait to drool at my next one. You should give it a try!
Thanks for Reading,
Lauren
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