The fast-paced lifestyle and pressure of modern young people, coupled with hair loss, obesity, insomnia, irregular heart rate and other health problems, make many young people have bad "health anxiety" problems, and contemporary young people have entered the "ultimate health care bureau". Soaked wolfberries in a thermos cup, major gyms and yoga studios have become more and more common, no longer a perennial gathering place for middle-aged people, and many young faces have emerged, and even the entertainment and relaxation methods after work have changed from drinking and jumping to massage and massage oil SPA.
I don't know when it began, massage massage is no longer exclusive to the elderly, the group waiting in the front hall has been quietly replaced by young people, according to the major group buying websites, in Changsha's local businesses, the largest annual sales volume of nearly 68,000 orders, the popularity index is as high as 1 million people, this generation of young people seems to have transferred the "nightlife" to the massage parlor, and the merchants have also kept pace with the times, launched a lot of "student packages", "Bao Ma group purchase", "unlimited catering" and other special services.
Why is massage so comfortable?
The skin is our tactile receptor. Massage, on the other hand, can fully stimulate the different receptors distributed on the skin, making the central receptors more "excited", thus making people happy. The force and heat of the massage help to reduce the tension of the myofascia and loosen the local soft tissues, making people feel relaxed. Therefore, when the masseur's hands start to "dance", it is like unscrewing the happy "switch" of our body, which can really bring physical and mental pleasure. But many parts of the human body are very fragile, and casual massage is very likely to cause serious consequences.
Do these massages really work?
1. Slimming massage may damage organs and tissues
Many beauty salons advertise that you can lose weight with massage, which looks very tempting. However, with the length and intensity of the massage, it is almost impossible to achieve the effect of weight loss. At the same time, if the masseur does not operate properly, it may harm the important organs and tissues in our abdominal cavity (such as liver, spleen, kidneys, etc.).
2. Breast massage is easy to damage the mammary glands
Experts said that breast hyperplasia is mainly related to the hormone level changes in the menstrual cycle, and clinically 95% of breast lobular hyperplasia will not become cancerous, and it will slowly improve after menopause.
3. Ovarian massage has no effect
What many beauty salons call "ovarian massage" is actually a massage with some essential oils or ointments. In fact, the ovaries are located deep in the pelvis, and the normal ovaries cannot be touched by general massage!
4. Osteopathy is easy to cause cervical dislocation and nerve damage
Not all cervical and lumbar spine problems are suitable for osteopathy, and osteopathy cannot be regarded as a daily health care item. More importantly, orthopedic surgery originally required by professional physicians, but many practitioners in beauty salons and massage salons did not have the corresponding professional ability, and some only participated in short-term training to take up their posts, and improper orthopedic techniques may cause cervical dislocation and nerve damage, of which severe nerve damage is irreversible.
Avoid these areas during massage
1. Neck
There are very important arteries in the neck, such as the internal carotid artery, which supplies blood to the brain, and the internal carotid artery or common carotid artery may also have dissection in the case of violent massage, resulting in a disorder of blood supply to the brain. Another risk is at the carotid bifurcation, which is roughly located at the angle of the mandible on both sides, medically called carotid sinuses. Stimulation can cause a slowdown in heart rate, a drop in blood pressure, and sometimes even cardiac arrest.
2. Eyes
The eyeball is very fragile, and the wall of the eyeball is only about 1 mm thick. Therefore, it is generally possible to massage the eye sockets and acupuncture points around the eyes, which has little effect on the eyeballs, but if you press the eyeballs directly, it is very dangerous. In addition to injuring the eyeball, external squeezing may directly damage the optic nerve in the fundus of the eye and damage vision. And visual damage caused by optic nerve damage is currently irreversible.
3. Spine
Due to the prevalence of spinal problems among the population, many people like to patronize massage institutions to "loosen up" their stiff necks and sore waists. However, unprofessional chiropractic massage can make the joint misalignment of the spine more severe, and it can also lead to more serious consequences. For example, asking if there are any contraindications is often overlooked by non-professional masseurs.
These 4 types of people are best not to be massaged casually
1. People with swelling and pain in the lower limbs
Experts said that patients with thrombosis are definitely not recommended to do massage, if there is swelling and pain in the lower limbs, do not press casually, it is best to go to the hospital for examination, rule out deep vein thrombosis before massage. Because many people don't know that they have blood clots, they feel that their feet are swollen and their feet are tired, and the blood flow is not smooth, and they often find out when there is a problem with the massage. At the same time, people with varicose veins are not recommended for foot massage because the squeezing during the massage may damage the lining of the blood vessels and lead to thrombosis. The specific manifestations are swelling and pain, redness and swelling of the legs, and it is difficult to walk.
2. People with bone diseases
For example, cervical myelopathy will have a herniated disc that compresses the spinal cord, which may aggravate the compression during massage, resulting in spinal cord injury, and in severe cases, paraplegia, and even death. Patients with vertebral artery and spinal cord cervical spondylosis should not be treated with posterior joint reconstructive manipulation.
3. People with large fluctuations in blood pressure and blood sugar
For patients with diabetes and hypertension, if the blood pressure and blood sugar are well controlled and the physical condition is stable, it is not a big problem to do massage, but if the blood pressure fluctuates greatly or there are complications such as diabetic foot, it is not suitable for massage.
4. People who are drunk and on an empty stomach
For ordinary people, it is not advisable to do massage after drinking and fasting, because the blood circulation is accelerated after drinking, and hypoglycemia may occur on an empty stomach.
In conclusion, massage is an effective form of relaxation, but it also needs to be treated with caution. Before getting a massage, you should understand your physical condition and the risks of massage, and choose a formal massage place and a qualified masseur. At the same time, for people with bone diseases or swelling and pain in the lower limbs, it is best not to do a massage casually. With the right massage and reasonable health management, we can better enjoy the joy of life.
The Xi editor Nie Qiqi is comprehensively compiled from Health Science, Zhejiang Provincial Cancer Hospital, Guangxi Disease Control, and Tencent Medical Codex