Hot flashes, poor sleep, a shorter fuse: menopause asks a lot of your body. Massage gives your nervous system room to recover.
Menopause brings more than hot flashes for many women. Poorer sleep, a shorter fuse, a body that suddenly responds differently than you’re used to. That calls for a body that occasionally gets the chance to truly rest.
Hormonal fluctuations during menopause can throw the nervous system off balance more easily. This often translates into more muscle tension, especially in the neck and shoulders, more restless sleep, and a shorter fuse during everyday busyness. The body is more often “on” when it actually needs rest. A pattern that closely resembles what happens with ongoing stress.
Massage stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, the system responsible for recovery and relaxation. Your heart rate drops, breathing deepens, and built-up tension in the neck and shoulders decreases. Many women going through menopause notice that after a session they not only feel physically lighter, but also sleep better that night. A relaxation massage is usually the best choice for this: calm, soothing, and focused on the whole body.
At Masseur Joost in Hoofddorp, every treatment is tailored beforehand during a short intake. You indicate where the tension sits and what feels comfortable for you.
A treatment takes 55 minutes and costs €60. The practice is located at Crommelinbaan 29H in Hoofddorp, with free parking. Book via WhatsApp or the online booking system.