Generally people that are in good health are unaware that doing self-massage every day can also help prevent disease. If you are sick massage can initiate and sustain the healing process. A primary benefit of this technique is that it can be combined with other healing methods to enhance their effectiveness. Performed slowly and carefully, self-massage relaxes the body. Performed quickly, it lessens fatigue and revitalizes the body.
Massage helps stimulate blood flow, therefore relaxing tense muscles and relieving pain.
It is also said massage may also help heal an injury by bringing fresh oxygen to the affected tissues. This all depends on the techniques used, self-massage can stimulate or relax the body. Kneading - Using a little warm pure vegetable oil or lubricant knead your muscles as if you were working with bread dough. Vibrating - Use rhythmic knocking or light slapping, preferably with flat hands, to improve blood circulation and relax muscles. Final Stroking - End every massage with gentle stokes, slowly moving outward.