Not long after that decision, I experienced a knee injury which gets repeatedly aggravated with movements associated with deep knee bends. If Thai massage is your preferred treatment, I highly recommend booking with Jora as seen above or Minn, both of whom have extensive experience and continue to refine their Thai massage skills.
I am following my own advice that many of you have probably received directly from me with regards to injury and pain management. The idea is to work all joints and muscles with nutritious movements. Hydration: Lots of water, lots and lots of water. Avoiding coffee where I can or at the very least having it much later in the day. Regular Therapy: regular massage therapy including barefoot techniques, cupping and shockwave has been extremely restorative. As we all are.
Listening to the body for sensation is the language it uses to communicate with us. Hydrate in small amounts to avoid feeling an overly full bladder during the last 10 minutes of a massage.
Come as you are. Do nourish yourself with good foods but avoid large, heavy meals just before a treatment. For your well-being, it is wise to avoid an uncomfortably full belly while on the treatment table. Let your RMT know what your primary goals are for receiving care today. Most often treatment can address both but we can also lean more heavily into the restorative side of care vs rehabilitative.
Let your therapist know if you do need to use the bathroom during an appointment. We can always take a brief interlude to attend to your comfort. Do drink a good amount of water. Now that your tissues are mobilized, it will be helpful to keep the body hydrated to better you from the inside-out. Ask your therapist about any movements or self care practices that may enhance the effects of your massage experience. Follow home care advice we suggest.
