Many people, especially those who live a busy, stressful lifestyle, often benefit from the magical effects of massages. Some may satisfy with the usual types, but sometimes it is necessary to try a deeper, more significant method that feels extraordinary. According to this, we listed the most important benefits of Ashiatsu massage, which is a game changer for the whole body.

What is Ashiatsu massage?

Ashiatsu is a barefoot massage technique that applies deep pressures on the body. As its Japanese name means “foot pressure”, the procedure is performed by bare feet. Therapists usually promote a very stable massage table for clients, and they also have two bars fixed to the ceiling that they can grab hence stabilize themselves to ensure safety.

The benefits

1.    Less pain

Thanks to the deep compressions, this type of massage does not break blood vessels, thus the client does not experience the pain as when having traditional or deep tissue massages. Besides, elbows and thumbs can often feel like sharp tools that can uncomfortably poke or prod the client. While deep tissue massage can rough for the superficial tissues, Ashiatsu does not cause any damage, and also make the work more convenient for the therapist.

2.    Improving flexibility

During the massage, tissues are often stretched to two different directions which helps scar tissues and adhesions recover from past injuries or stress along with the improvement of flexibility. Additionally, Ashiatsu is a great solution to stretch ligaments too, just like the iliotibial band that runs between the knees and hip and is responsible for stabilizing the knee but often generate lateral knee pain in athletes, especially runners.

3.    Reducing chronic pain

Due to the deep tissue compressions, Ashiatsu relieves muscle tension by loosening adhesions and tight muscles. As it penetrates into the deeper layers of soft tissues, it stimulates circulation and helps flush out the inflammations of the body that causes the pain. As practiced by feet, this massage feels much gentler than any other and achieves results without experiencing any pain or soreness.

4.    Stress reducing

The phenomenal experience of Ashiatsu massage can take clients to a different dimension, a deeper state of relaxation. As cortisol level gets reduced, the heart rate slows and both the body and mind calm down. Stress gets replaced with peace, composure and silence and the state of nirvana gets really close. All these events finally lead to an overall well-being.

5.    Long-lasting effects

Being a deeper, more meaningful experience than other massages, the effects of Ashiatsu therefore last longer. The deep compression stokes stimulate blood circulation and both the lymphatic and parasympathetic nervous system, consequently achieve a better quality of life. For this reason, it is recommended to go home and relax for a few days after the treatment, without planning and doing any intensive activities.

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