Wood therapy is in fashion. It is a natural therapy that helps you achieve firm and toned skin without going under the knife, using 100% natural tools that also help you achieve a high degree of well-being.
If you want to take the plunge but are not entirely sure and want to know more about wood therapy, in this post we tell you what no one tells you about wood therapy.
What is wood therapy
Wood therapy is a natural therapy that stimulates the body with the help of wooden massage devices. These wooden utensils are specially designed to massage different areas of the body with the aim of reducing stress levels, relieving muscle pain and achieving a feeling of well-being.
This holistic technique also offers aesthetic benefits by combating cellulite, firming and toning the body. This is why wood therapy treatment has gained popularity in recent years, as the changes with wood therapy are visible in just a few weeks.
Is wood therapy good?
Yes. Wood therapy treatment has been shown to have numerous benefits both at an aesthetic level and in terms of well-being. These are the main advantages of wood therapy massages:
- Improves muscle tone and the production of collagen and elastin, also improving skin elasticity.
- Relieves stress.
- Regulates lymphatic circulation, reducing adipose tissue.
- Improves blood circulation.
- Eliminates orange peel skin.
- Eliminates localized fat.
- Reduces joint and muscle pain.
- Combats cellulite.
To achieve these benefits inherent to wood therapy massages it is very important to complement this treatment with a healthy lifestyle, with a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Does wood therapy hurt?
When using wooden massage devices, some people may be reluctant to try wood therapy for fear that it is an unpleasant treatment. But does wood therapy hurt?
Although the first sessions can be uncomfortable, especially in areas where cellulite or muscle tension is most severe, it is bearable and disappears as the sessions progress.
It is also normal for some wood therapy massages to cause minor bruising, but this will disappear after the third session. As with any treatment, consistency is key to seeing results, which are usually visible between the third and fifth sessions.
What are the contraindications of wood therapy
People with the following health conditions should not undergo wood therapy treatment:
- High blood pressure.
- Dermatitis.
- Kidney complications.
- Heart conditions.
According to experts, these people's clinical condition may worsen with wood therapy, so it is best to avoid risks. If in doubt, it is preferable to consult a specialist doctor.
Wood therapy during pregnancy
Wood therapy can be beneficial for pregnant women, reducing the effects of the changes inherent to this stage. However, there are contraindications that must be taken into account regarding wood therapy and pregnancy. Wood therapy massages should not be performed during pregnancy in the following cases:
- If you are less than 15 weeks pregnant.
- If the specialist doctor does not recommend it.
- If you experience discomfort, abdominal pain, or nausea during the massage.
- If you experience bleeding.
- If you have not noticed fetal movement in the last 24 hours.
- If the mother's and baby's weight is very low.
- If it is a multiple pregnancy.
- If there are allergies to cosmetics or natural elements.
- If there are open wounds on the skin.
- If there are varicose veins.
- If there are sunburns.
And of course, the abdominal area is never massaged in pregnant women.
What can we do to make wood therapy massages more effective
For wood therapy to be effective, in addition to using the appropriate wooden massage devices and following the sessions agreed upon and recommended by the specialists, it must be accompanied by a healthy lifestyle.
Wood therapy treatment is perfect for firming and toning the skin, but this is also achieved with the help of a healthy and balanced diet, as well as exercise. If you eat a balanced amount of everything and exercise regularly, wood therapy will be the icing on the cake that will provide you with well-being.
In our online store you can buy a body wood therapy kit that includes all the wooden massage devices necessary for this toning treatment. If you wish, you can also buy each device separately. All of them are made with 100% natural Urapán wood.