Menopausal? Massage Can Help With Your Symptoms

Here at Fire & Earth, we know that soft tissue massage is beneficial for a wide range of situations, including the natural ageing process our bodies go through. Did you know that menopause symptoms can be alleviated with massage? That’s not all; your general wellness can be improved too – massage isn’t just for athletes! 

Let’s face it, there are some unpleasant side effects of menopause, but luckily massage can help alleviate pain, improve flexibility, and boost your mood. To top it all off, it works wonders as part of your self-care ritual. 

 

Overstraining muscles and tendons resulting in injury is far more likely when oestrogen levels are low. The good news is that frequent soft tissue massage can help ease these issues and prevent it from developing into serious injuries later down the line. 

 

This is important because as well as the established effects of menopause on bone density, the decline in oestrogen during menopause influences the structure and strength of the tendons. Due to the decline, some women experiencing peri-menopause or menopause are more likely to experience musculoskeletal problems like Achilles Tendonitis and Plantar Fasciitis. 

Other menopausal symptoms can also be greatly reduced with the use of massage therapy. There may be a heightened sense of depression, anxiety and feelings of being overwhelmed. The uncertainty of life makes it hard for some women to adapt to these changes and it can be very stressful. Having a massage is a natural approach to reduce stress and anxiety and improve your ability to unwind. 

 

This is also a time when many women struggle to get a proper night sleep. Getting regular soft tissue massages and learning to relax through breathing exercises will really help when it comes to sleep quality, stress, and overall health. If you are well rested, you’ll be able to cope more with daily stresses and changes, improving your quality of life. 

 

It’s a difficult and challenging time in a woman's life, and she shouldn't have to go through it alone. The natural process of maturing is nothing to be ashamed of, it’s human, even if the hot flushes make you feel rough. Rather than hiding, we should embrace it and flaunt our incredible maturing selves in public.