But it’s not foolproof; there can be issues that followa massage.

Thankfully, these are usually rare.

One common occurrence following a massage is some minor muscle aches, according toPainScience.

Woman getting massage therapy

This is generally short-lived and nothing to be concerned about.

But there are some more serious side effects that can follow massage, particularly the deep tissue variety.

Let’s take a look.

Pregnant woman receiving massage therapy

Most of these injuries should be minor, but any injury comes with risk (viaPainScience).

Massage could also make current injuries or pain issues worse, though that certainly is never the intent.

And massage could put a slight strain on the nervous system, which should recover naturally.

Give your body time to rest, however, and be sure to hydrate well following a massage.

You shouldn’t be in pain, and they can adjust pressure and techniques to address any issues.