eli5 Why do we need to massage injuries?

Question

I see people spraining an ankle or something like that and then they massage it, why? And does it actually improve your condition from the injury?

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Answer 1

You’re promoting blood flow, breaking down scar tissue, and both of those things relieve pain and speed up your healing process in the right way. Because the bodies natural defense is to try to immobilize injuries with swelling. Relieving the tense pressure makes it feel much better.