Massages

[Ejnutz]

I am someone who has always enjoyed a full body massage. However since Covid and being diagnosed with Fibro i Have not had them. I just wanted to know if it is a good thing to have a full body massage especially when in pain (especially in my legs, hands and arms)

[saluhouse]

Hi Ejnutz. Think it kind of depends on who does the massage. My daughter bought me a Mother’s Day massage at a local spa and it wasn’t a huge success.

Very pleasant young girl but extremely heavy handed. My legs ached for days.

I said next year I think I’d prefer a cut and blow dry!

Xxx

[LoneEra]

In my experience, you need a massage therapist who knows a lot about fibromyalgia in order to not leave you in more pain.

One type of massage which is sometimes helpful for fibro sufferers is myofascial release:

verywellhealth.com/myofasci...

Could be worth looking at. Some sports physios and regular physios offer it xx

[Ejnutz in reply to LoneEra]

Thanks. That is really useful information.

[AllthatGlitters]

Hi I have had lots of massages over the years but cut down once o got diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I use to go for a full body then be in absolute agony for a few days afterwards. I think a tens machine is now better for me personally. I also enjoy a foot massage which isn’t as sore, quite relaxing x

[Alb2]

I have massages and it helps with the pain for me but as others have said, you need a therapist who understands about fibromyalgia. I wouldn’t have one during a flare up however😊

[Hazel_Angelstar Administrator FMA UK Staff]

I enjoyed a regular massage usually 3-4 times a year before covid ....I see a remedial sports therapist who has a great understanding of chronic pain and fibromyalgia

I am tender and sore for a few days after the massage, but once that eases I can really feel the benefits.

Looking forward to restrictions easing and being able to book a long overdue one xxx

[aytias]

I never feel comfortable lying on my front due to my neck so I never go to spas or such. I've bought myself a massage gun which I use every day and it has made a tremendous difference in my life. I guess a tens machine is similar. In the end, you personalize the massage and you pay way less than having someone else do it. Hope that helps.

[Kitten-whiskers]

Well for me it most certainly is. I have really missed my massages and now rather siezed up, lots of head aches and very tight muscles. It does depend how good your masseur is. I saw a chap for about a year, it was very painful and of very little benefit, but he got frozen shoulder and was unable to work and I found this lovely lady, she is wonderful, so thoughtful and kind, does a mixture of massage and trigger point and for me it makes a world of difference

Best wishes

Debs

[MariLiz]

I go to a sports massage lady who works at the chiropractic clinic. She is very good, and constantly checks with me if the pressure she uses is ok. I find it very helpful, as it seems to release muscle tension. I have missed it a lot as it hasn’t been allowed during the latest lockdown. I will be booking one very soon. The other benefit I have noticed is that I sleep better after a massage.

[Purplebluebell]

Agree myofascial release

[Ejnutz]

Thanks all for your responses. It looks as though specialist/sports massages are the best way forward.