Which one has a longer lasting effect in relaxation? Assuming time and money is not a concern and the "feel good" feeling during massaging is discounted.
2006-07-17 03:54:47 · 4 answers · asked by Quantum 1 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
Stretching will stretch your muscles out and keeps all your connective tissue limber and keeps the blood flowing through them.
Massage is more of a relaxation technique though - certainly having a massage is more relaxing than a stretching routine.
I've had chronic back pain for years and I can say that I feel good after both stretching and massage. I usually feel pain free for 24-48 hours after a full body massage but stretching never completely takes care of my pain. I always have to have someone knead out the knots.
To specifically answer your question though, strictly speaking in terms of relaxation - I would say massage is better than stretching. It's easier to do breathing techniques during massage and you can achieve a long lasting relaxed state.
2006-07-17 08:56:34 · answer #1 · answered by Brian T 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
when you stretch you pulling your muscle to tone soreness and when getting a massage it relax all muscle
2006-07-17 04:00:07 · answer #2 · answered by D-Qutess 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
for me stretching
2006-07-17 03:59:23 · answer #3 · answered by darrenfanelli 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
stretching is better. imho.
2006-07-17 03:58:24 · answer #4 · answered by BonesofaTeacher 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋