How Often Should I Go for a Massage?

If you have enjoyed the benefits of massage, you may be wondering just how often you should be getting the relaxing treatment. The answer lies in the reason you get a massage and the benefits you wish to receive.

Massage for General Wellness

For general wellness, the goal should be to have a massage treatment once or twice a month. You will be able to achieve good overall health and well-being, benefiting from the relaxation of the treatment as well as building on the treatment from the last time, so that the body is not starting over, treating muscles and tendons for tightness.

Massage for Chronic Conditions

If you have a chronic condition, such as neck aches or migraines, you will need to start by visiting your massage therapist on a more frequent basis. Two times a week is good for the first four to six weeks and then increasing the time between sessions is best to see the symptoms of your condition improve. Chronic conditions take time to treat and can be managed with regular massages.

Massage for Athletic Types

Athletes will schedule massages to help maintain the flexibility of muscles and overall muscle health. During times of intense training, an athlete can benefit from a massage two to three times a week and once a month when not training. The treatment can be helpful to avoid injury.

Academy Massage is here to meet your individual massage treatment needs

Academy Massage offers treatments for every individual. The massage therapists can recommend how many times you should visit to be able to benefit from the treatment provided. Speak to a therapist about your needs to ensure you are scheduling your massages in a manner that will be beneficial to you. Book your appointment today – via online booking or call 204.489.5050