Epsom salts bath

Many of you who we have had massage for specific problems and received deep tissue work has heard a recommendation that a nice, hot bath in Epsom Salts that evening. Has a really great effect on sore muscles.

Did you know, for instance, that soaking a splinter in Epsom salts can release the splinter and help the area to heal? Many people know that Epsom salts work to relax tight muscles and are found in many bath salt products, but Epsom salts actually have dozens of healthful benefits. Epsom salts - magnesium sulfate - are a natural way to treat skin problems, relax the nervous system, and draw impurities and toxins from the body.

Soak aching, tired heels and feet in a tray of warm water with half a cup of Epsom salts not only make your feet feel better, but they’ll smell better too. Epsom salts work to neutralize odor and soften skin. Soak your feet for about 20 minutes or until they feel better then rinse and dry well.

A full bath should contain 2 cups of dissolved Epsom salts for relief of sore, worn and tired feet, back muscles, legs, and bruises or just to soften hard cracking skin. I highly recommend this after any massage or bodywork treatment especially deep tissue massage, as it can actually help prevent most of the soreness one might experience after having a massage.

If you have any strained muscles or sprains, you can take 1 cup of Epsom salts and make a “pack” with it to place on the affected area, wrap with hot towel and allow it to rest for 20 minutes. Butt this can be alot less messy and more relaxing if done in the bath.