Managing stress when you have a stomach ulcer is a necessary part of the recovery process and can be managed effectively with a chair massage. A gastric or peptic ulcer is a painful condition caused by inflammation and subsequent erosion of the lining of the stomach and can also occur in the intestinal tract. It has long been seen as a condition that affects overly stressed professionals, but it can affect both children and adults, regardless of occupation. Chair massage is an important tool in keeping ulcer patients comfortable and on track for full recovery.
If left undiagnosed or untreated, a stomach ulcer can cause a hole in the organ, leading to internal bleeding, bleeding, and ultimately death. Spicy foods and a stressful lifestyle have long been seen as the main causes of peptic ulcers. However, medical research now credits H. pylori bacteria as the culprit in up to 80% of all peptic ulcer cases. H. pylori bacteria can be found in more than 20% of the US population and is usually a mild infection. H. pylori inhabits and multiplies in the protective layer of mucus in the stomach and small intestine, sometimes causing inflammation that ultimately leads to an ulcer. Treatment usually consists of a combination of antibiotics and proton pump inhibitors taken over 1 to 2 weeks. Therapeutic massage can encourage faster and more complete healing of affected areas through improved circulation, which aids in cell renewal and replenishment.
Other causes of peptic ulcers include excessive use of alcohol and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as aspirin and ibuprofen. These medications affect the stomach’s protective mucous layer, allowing acid to destroy the stomach lining. NSAIDs also hinder the secretion of bicarbonates, which are our body’s natural acid reducers. Blood circulation to the stomach is also restricted by the use of NSAIDs, which slows down the turnover and repair of damaged cells. Corporate massage can relieve tension headaches caused by work-related stress and reduce the need for NSAIDs.
Although stress is no longer considered the main cause of peptic ulcers, it is still considered the culprit and inhibits recovery. High levels of stress cause an overproduction of stomach acid, which is the protagonist in the development of ulcers. Stress also hampers digestion, which can cause even more discomfort for gastric ulcer sufferers. Consequently, stress affects the body’s ability to heal itself, and people with ulcers need to manage their stress levels. A meat rub will aid the digestion process and help maintain normal levels of stomach acid.
Chair massage is one of the most immediate ways to reduce stress. Massage releases tension and calms anxiety, which in turn stops the production of acid in the stomach. It is important to note that abdominal massage is contraindicated in patients with ulcers, due to an increased risk of bleeding, and it is considered safer to concentrate massage on the reflex zones to benefit from analgesic benefits. Meat massage increases circulation, which helps repair damaged cells throughout the body, including the stomach and intestines. The improved circulation from a meat massage also contributes to easier digestion, which reduces abdominal discomfort, common in people with peptic ulcers.