Moving, we, as a rule, do not even think about how this process occurs. Having learned once a long time ago, a person automatically repeats his movements in space. But at this time, the entire most complex mechanism of our body is involved.
Certain muscles are constantly tense, but not everyone can relax them. This is where massage comes to the rescue, which can relieve spasms and improve he alth. A whole body massage is very useful, but the lower back plays a special role.
What gives massage
Why do I need a lower back massage? Tissue that is saturated with oxygen is better restored and strengthens the immune system. At the same time, the metabolic process is activated, toxins and decay products are removed faster. Thus, the named procedure stimulates the fastest self-purification of the body.
Let's talk about more local processes, which are facilitated by lumbar massage. Thanks to him, this partthe body relaxes better, the heaviness is removed from the muscles, because the lower back has a strong load. And if pain is felt, then after the massage of the lower back, it goes away.
Avicenna once said that this procedure destroys all unnecessary substances in the muscles that have not been removed from the body by themselves. With the help of massage, spinal diseases such as scoliosis and osteochondrosis are well treated.
Together with the activation of internal processes, the intervertebral discs become more stable. At the same time, the nerve endings of many organs are affected, and their work improves.
Indications
The described procedure will give wonderful results after sports training. But remember that at least an hour must have passed since the last meal.
In addition, back and lower back massage will help if the patient has:
- osteochondrosis;
- neuralgia;
- feeling muscle spasms or just pain;
- scoliosis;
- problems in gynecology;
- headaches;
- hypertension;
- diseased kidneys.
Unfortunately, such a useful procedure still has a number of serious contraindications. Massage is not allowed if you have:
- severe varicose veins and thrombosis;
- pathological condition of the heart;
- cancer disease;
- various infections;
- hyperthermia;
- bleeding;
- skin lesions.
Principles of massage
Eatareas where you can easily do self-massage. On the lower back, it is impossible to implement the fully named procedure on your own. Therefore, it must be carried out by another person. But, of course, before starting a massage, you need to study the main principles of its implementation well:
- The lower back massage is done on a hard, hard surface, on which you need to lay a clean sheet.
- The masseur washes his hands with baby soap.
- Before the procedure, a few drops of oil are rubbed on the palms.
The person lies on his stomach so that he is comfortable. Muscles should relax - then the massage will be easier to carry out, and it will be more effective.
How to massage the lower back
First, stroking movements are done to warm up. No effort is made at this stage. Then the intensity is increased. Then the skin is smoothed, as it were, moving the ribs of the palms up to the shoulders.
After that, they press on the lower back and massage well in opposite directions from it. Start at the top of the buttocks and gradually rise to the top of the lower back. This is done on both sides.
You can lightly tap on the lower back, avoiding the kidney area, pinch the skin and knead it in a circular motion.
Unhurried massaging in the affected area helps to eliminate pain. In addition, movements aimed at stretching the spine will become effective. To do this, the palms are placed on the sides, and the thumbs are directed towards each other. With force, but also caution, pressing onlower back, hands move down, and then return them to their original position. This is repeated up to twenty times.
At the end of the procedure, the affected area is thoroughly rubbed with a towel.
Pregnancy massage
In the first months of pregnancy, massage should not be done, as it is dangerous - complications of fetal development can be caused and even a miscarriage is provoked. The procedure is shown from the fourth month, and it is even better to do it already on the last dates.
In the third trimester, the curvature of the spine and the load on it increase, so there are unpleasant and painful sensations. Massage for back pain saves a pregnant woman. But, of course, it is very important to observe the correct technique for its implementation. However, the rules are very simple:
- All movements are done without pressure, without force.
- Stroking slowly and rhythmically.
- Kneading pregnant women do not.
- Vibrations are performed with fingers.
- The procedure lasts a maximum of forty minutes.
Massager instead of massage therapist
But what to do when the services of a massage therapist are too expensive, and there is no one to wait for outside help? Save a good massager. There are many such devices on the market today. But you need to choose carefully so that he can really help.
The massager can be presented in the form of a comfortable chair, in which they simply sit down and, having set a certain program, relax. It is also made in the form of a large belt. Of course, such devices are by no means cheap. But in the future, due to the fact that the services of a massage therapist will not be needed, the massager will pay off and will continue to help the patient and his entire family for a long period of time.
There are also compact devices in the form of rollers with a ribbed surface. Usually they have adjustable pressure and amplitude. Therefore, they are universal and can suit different people. Mechanical rollers are also widespread. They do not need to be plugged into an outlet, and a person manually controls the pressure force and the speed of massaging movements.
Thus, even in cases where another person cannot help the patient, you can use a massager to alleviate your condition. But, of course, only a qualified specialist will provide the best massage.
Usually, procedures are carried out in a course that consists of ten to twenty sessions. Then you should take a break. If necessary, the course can be repeated after a couple of months.
