Aftercare Guide

Touch by Zahz | Aftercare Guide


Drink water. Rest. Listen to your body.

1. Therapeutic Massage Aftercare

  • Hydrate: Drink 2L water in 24hrs to flush toxins
  • Rest: Avoid intense workouts for 24hrs. Gentle walking is great
  • Heat: Warm bath/Epsom salt soak helps with any soreness
  • Avoid: Alcohol, heavy meals, and stress for 24hrs
  • Note: Mild soreness for 1-2 days is normal

2. Lymphatic Drainage Aftercare

  • Hydrate: Water is EVERYTHING. Aim for 2-3L today
  • Move: Light walking to keep lymph flowing
  • No heat: No sauna, hot tub, or intense workouts for 48hrs
  • Eat light: Avoid salty, processed foods and alcohol for 24hrs
  • Note: You may pee more or feel lighter. This is good!

3. Wood Therapy / Maderoterapia Aftercare

  • Hydrate: 2-3L water to help flush broken-down fat cells
  • Move: 20-30min walk daily to boost results
  • Moisturize: Use body oil/lotion daily to keep skin tight
  • No tight clothes: Avoid compression for 12hrs after
  • Consistency: Best results with 6-10 sessions + healthy eating
  • Avoid: Alcohol and heavy meals for 24hrs

4. Fascia Release / Myofascial Release Aftercare

  • Hydrate: Fascia needs water to stay supple
  • Gentle movement: Stretching or yoga within 24hrs helps it “set”
  • Rest: Avoid heavy lifting for 24hrs
  • Heat: Warm compress on areas that feel tight
  • Note: You may feel emotional or tired. That’s your nervous system resetting

5. Fire Cupping Therapy Aftercare

  • Hydrate: 2L water to support circulation
  • Keep warm: Avoid cold air/AC directly on cupped areas for 24hrs
  • No shower: Wait 4-6 hours. Then lukewarm only
  • Avoid: Intense workouts, alcohol, and sauna for 48hrs
  • Marks: Circular marks are normal and fade in 3-7 days
  • Moisturize: Use oil on area once skin is calm

6. Wet Cupping / Hijama Therapy _الحجامة_

  • Hydrate: Water and dates. Avoid caffeine for 24hrs
  • Rest: Take it easy for 24-48hrs. No heavy exercise
  • Eat light: Soup, fruits, veggies. Avoid red meat, dairy, and spicy food for 24hrs
  • Keep area clean: Don’t scratch. Keep incision sites dry for 24hrs
  • No shower: Wait 12-24hrs. Then lukewarm, no scrubbing
  • Avoid: Cupping area from sun, sauna, swimming for 1 week
  • Marks: Will fade in 7-14 days. This is part of healing
  • Sunnah: Hijama is best on 17th, 19th, 21st of Hijri month

General Rule for All Treatments


Listen to your body – Tiredness means rest.