Giving a Massage After a Fever: Safety & Timing

Question
Hi mikey,
I just wanted to know about giving a massage when someone's fever has broken ?
If they have had it for 2/3 days and today its broken, and they are wanting a massage.
However is it too soon, is their body too weak, and can i cause more harm than healing ?
Thankyou

Answer
Elin,

I would not give a massage to someone who is just coming off of a fever.  Wait until they have fully cleared whatever caused the fever.  A massage so soon after an infection can spread the waste products around the lymph system too quickly and cause them to feel terrible afterwards.  Also, a massage can cause temporary inflammation, and it is likely they are still somewhat inflammed post-massage.  Wait a few more days at least. :)

Best wishes!
Mikey