I’m doing well after my stoke in October 22 but would like to perhaps have a message or try Reflexology to help relax me a little as my anxieties are really bothering me lately. Can’t get advice …general response is if it’s not on NHS we don’t talk about it! Any experiences or ideas appreciated please.
Jazzy
Hi @TigerDub
Just gave you your first like 
since this is your first post
Seems almost inappropriate to say “welcome” as youve been here for a long time! But what the heck ? a backdated welcome
If you use the magnify glass above and search for massage There are in excess of 50 previous discussions .
If you search for alternative treatments There are 45
Maybe as you’ve already looked a few hundred posts you’re already tried searches?
Massage is certainly good for tight muscles. Some find it relaxing which will be good for de- stressing and so maybe de- fatiguing¿
Ciao
Simon
Hi @TigerDub & welcome to the club. Good to hear youre doing well. I haven’t tried massage at all but others on here have & i’m sure they’ll be along shortly with some advice.
Best wishes
Ann
Thanks Nigel…Anxiety is my worst enemy at the moment and annoying me as I see myself as a very resilient person. Don’t want to take medication for it.
I haven’t tried reflexology, but I have a massage once a fortnight, for my muscles. There are several different types of massage, so you need to find the best for your needs. You don’t say whether your stroke has affected you badly physically, but any form of exercising can de-stress you. Swimming, walking, aquarobics, dancing all help alleviate stress/depression (I can vouch for all of those).
A massage should be excellent for you. Best of all, find a regular practitioner, build up some trust, and you might just find it invaluable. I do, even if the first one after my stroke freaked me out, but this is because I had no feeling or sensation on my right side. All subsequent sessions went better and better, good luck
Roland
Hello TigerDub,
Are your physios / therapists helping? Also try and find some good chill out music in a comfy space to have a doze.
I break my day into various activities to keep my mind on task including relaxing with my favourite hot drink and a book, music or something interesting on telly. Boxsets are best. That has been my help over anxiety along with prayer and meditation.
Many thank…apologies for the delayed response…been busy which as you say can take our minds off Stroke issues ! Can relate to all your comments so it’s very helpful indeed.
Jazzy x
Thanks for this….always helpful to hear from likeminded people
Jazzy x
Hoping to take your advice and split my time to include rest periods
I’m too much like the Duracell Rabbit at time !