What Should You Do Before and After a Massage?

What Should You Do Before and After a Massage?
  • 20.01.2026

What Should You Do Before and After a Massage?

Why Is Proper Massage Preparation Important?

Massage therapy becomes more effective when supported by proper preparation and aftercare. Preparing the body before a session and supporting it afterward helps extend relaxation and therapeutic benefits.


What to Do Before a Massage

  • Avoid heavy meals before the session
  • Drink plenty of water
  • Wear comfortable clothing
  • Inform the therapist about any pain or sensitivity
  • Try to arrive calm and relaxed

What to Do After a Massage

  • Drink water to support detoxification
  • Avoid intense physical activity
  • Allow your muscles to rest
  • Maintain a calm state for a while
  • Avoid alcohol and heavy foods

Why Choose Kadıköy Foot Reflex?

At Kadıköy Foot Reflex, we guide our clients before and after each session to ensure they receive maximum benefit from massage therapy.