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Topic: herxing as a result of massage?

VB
LymeNet Contributor
Member # 16824

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Has anyone experienced a herx as a result of a massage?

I've had 2 massages in the past 3 days, which I've never done before (I have to use up my credits at Massage Envy before my membership ends) and man am I feeling bad.

The herx symptoms could be more a result of having a rough week at work, or from re-starting an exercise routine, but was wondering if anyone else has experienced a post-massage herx?

My thoughts were that it could force spirochetes and/or toxins into the bloodstream.

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sixgoofykids
Moderator
Member # 11141

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Yes, a massage can cause a herx. Take it easy and drink lots of water. I don't really know if it's an actual herx, or a detox reaction, but many of us have experienced it.

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bettyg
Unregistered

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have them give you GENTLE massages, not the DEEP massages! i acted up also.

yes, drink LOTS OF WATER afterwards while still there and in next 24 hrs. pee pee and get rid of the toxins stirred up by massage.

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Getting Better
LymeNet Contributor
Member # 8919

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Probably all your muscles are inflamed from toxins. Massage just aggravates the situation, like people with fibromyalgia (some).

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