As a woman, I know the importance of massage. I have had many and know the benefits. Any injuries, pain, stress can be relieved by massage. Deep tissue pain as well as everyday worries will melt away. My husband, on the other hand despite his stress, tight back and neck, is too much of a "manly man". A massage is for a woman. My idea? Introduce him to a couples massage.
Men can especially benefit from couples massage. If your husband is a bit unsure about getting a massage, it may be comforting to have you there with him. To the guys, he can say "it's something I have to do for my wife". It will give him confidence that he is doing this for her, not himself. It will also give him the confidence to go for a specialised massage that he may actually need.
It's not difficult to find a massage therapist who will suit your needs. There is a certain level of qualifications that need to be met. You can also work with your doctor to find a masseuse. It may even be covered by insurance. Check it out with your insurance agent.
A variety of massages became popular in the US in the 1800's and grew in popularity until around the 1930's and 40's. The development of modern medicine discounted the benefits of it. Massage made a re-appearance in the 1960's and 1970's when nurses began to use it to alleviate pain in their patients. Superficial layers of muscle are manipulated to maximize blood flow and pain relief.
Children, remember your parents on mothers or fathers day with a gift certificate to your local spa. They will get a tour of the massage spa and their questions will be answered and both parents will feel comfortable with the idea of a couple's massage. Husbands, how about a surprise get-away weekend with your wife that incorporates massage for both of you simultaneously?
Men can especially benefit from couples massage. If your husband is a bit unsure about getting a massage, it may be comforting to have you there with him. To the guys, he can say "it's something I have to do for my wife". It will give him confidence that he is doing this for her, not himself. It will also give him the confidence to go for a specialised massage that he may actually need.
It's not difficult to find a massage therapist who will suit your needs. There is a certain level of qualifications that need to be met. You can also work with your doctor to find a masseuse. It may even be covered by insurance. Check it out with your insurance agent.
A variety of massages became popular in the US in the 1800's and grew in popularity until around the 1930's and 40's. The development of modern medicine discounted the benefits of it. Massage made a re-appearance in the 1960's and 1970's when nurses began to use it to alleviate pain in their patients. Superficial layers of muscle are manipulated to maximize blood flow and pain relief.
Children, remember your parents on mothers or fathers day with a gift certificate to your local spa. They will get a tour of the massage spa and their questions will be answered and both parents will feel comfortable with the idea of a couple's massage. Husbands, how about a surprise get-away weekend with your wife that incorporates massage for both of you simultaneously?
Along with couple's massage, there are many other types, remedies and methods. The gift of massage will work for Valentine's day, birthdays, Christmas and anniversaries.
There are also many types of oils, seeds etc that can be used. As far as remedies, oils may be used to cause relaxation or to stimulate blood flow. Body rocks, warm and cold coated in different sorts of oils such as fractionated coconut oil, grape seed oil, olive oil, macadamia oil, sesame oil, pecan oil and mustard and aromatherapy oils are also used. What a combination!
The best thing about couples massage is that the massage are performed in tandem. The lights are dimmed and the couples experience the same massage. Each bed is equipped with the same oils/scents and equipment. Each couple (be it sisters, couples, parent/child) will have the same experience in the same environment which will add to the bonding between each. Go for it! Recommend it, gift it, just do it! I did!
There are also many types of oils, seeds etc that can be used. As far as remedies, oils may be used to cause relaxation or to stimulate blood flow. Body rocks, warm and cold coated in different sorts of oils such as fractionated coconut oil, grape seed oil, olive oil, macadamia oil, sesame oil, pecan oil and mustard and aromatherapy oils are also used. What a combination!
The best thing about couples massage is that the massage are performed in tandem. The lights are dimmed and the couples experience the same massage. Each bed is equipped with the same oils/scents and equipment. Each couple (be it sisters, couples, parent/child) will have the same experience in the same environment which will add to the bonding between each. Go for it! Recommend it, gift it, just do it! I did!
Great piece of writing,I really liked the way you highlighted some really important and significant points related to the couple massage.
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