{"id":23344,"date":"2026-07-27T01:16:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T07:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/?p=23344"},"modified":"2026-07-27T01:16:04","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T07:16:04","slug":"science-behind-massage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/science-behind-massage\/","title":{"rendered":"The Science Behind Massage: What Happens in Your Body"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style data-wp-block-html=\"css\">\n\/* =========================================================\n   NDIKANDI\u00cd \u00b7 Article: The science behind massage\n   CSS encapsulado. No requiere Tailwind, Google Fonts ni JS.\n   ========================================================= *\/\n\n\/* =========================================================\n   ASTRA + GUTENBERG \u00b7 Entrada individual realmente full width\n   Aplicar globalmente si se desea este comportamiento en todo el blog.\n   Mantiene una anchura legible para art\u00edculos anteriores.\n   ========================================================= *\/\n\nbody.single-post .site-content > .ast-container,\nbody.single-post .site-content .ast-container,\nbody.single-post #primary,\nbody.single-post .content-area,\nbody.single-post .site-main,\nbody.single-post article.ast-article-single,\nbody.single-post .entry-content {\n  width: 100% !important;\n  max-width: none !important;\n  margin-left: 0 !important;\n  margin-right: 0 !important;\n}\n\nbody.single-post .site-content > .ast-container,\nbody.single-post .site-content .ast-container {\n  display: block !important;\n  padding-left: 0 !important;\n  padding-right: 0 !important;\n}\n\nbody.single-post #primary,\nbody.single-post .content-area,\nbody.single-post .site-main {\n  padding-left: 0 !important;\n  padding-right: 0 !important;\n}\n\nbody.single-post .ast-article-single,\nbody.single-post.ast-separate-container .ast-article-single {\n  padding: 0 !important;\n  border: 0 !important;\n  background: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n}\n\nbody.single-post .entry-content {\n  padding: 0 !important;\n}\n\nbody.single-post .entry-content > .wp-block-html,\nbody.single-post .entry-content > .alignfull,\nbody.single-post .entry-content > .ndk-science {\n  width: 100% !important;\n  max-width: none !important;\n  margin-left: 0 !important;\n  margin-right: 0 !important;\n}\n\n\/* Art\u00edculos anteriores: p\u00e1gina full width, texto interior legible *\/\nbody.single-post .entry-content > *:not(.alignfull):not(.wp-block-html):not(.ndk-science) {\n  width: min(1180px, calc(100% - 32px));\n  max-width: 1180px;\n  margin-left: auto;\n  margin-right: auto;\n}\n\n\/* Cabecera y navegaci\u00f3n del tema *\/\nbody.single-post .entry-header,\nbody.single-post .post-navigation {\n  width: min(1440px, calc(100% - 48px));\n  max-width: 1440px;\n  margin-left: auto;\n  margin-right: auto;\n}\n\n\n.ndk-science,\n.ndk-science * {\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n}\n\n.ndk-science {\n  --ndk-paper: #ffffff;\n  --ndk-cream: #fff7ef;\n  --ndk-cream-deep: #f8e9df;\n  --ndk-ink: #302a2a;\n  --ndk-muted: #685f5f;\n  --ndk-rose: #925460;\n  --ndk-rose-dark: #60363e;\n  --ndk-salmon: #db7e6f;\n  --ndk-salmon-soft: #f6c4b9;\n  --ndk-line: rgba(96, 54, 62, 0.16);\n  --ndk-shadow: 0 24px 70px rgba(85, 48, 54, 0.11);\n  --ndk-radius-lg: 32px;\n  --ndk-radius-md: 20px;\n  --ndk-radius-sm: 14px;\n\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: none;\n  margin: 0;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  overflow: clip;\n  background:\n    radial-gradient(circle at 8% 8%, rgba(246, 196, 185, 0.42), transparent 30rem),\n    radial-gradient(circle at 95% 24%, rgba(219, 126, 111, 0.12), transparent 28rem),\n    var(--ndk-cream);\n  color: var(--ndk-ink);\n  font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 17px;\n  line-height: 1.78;\n  text-rendering: optimizeLegibility;\n}\n\n.ndk-science a {\n  color: var(--ndk-rose);\n  text-decoration-thickness: 1.5px;\n  text-underline-offset: 0.18em;\n}\n\n.ndk-science a:hover {\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark);\n}\n\n.ndk-science a:focus-visible,\n.ndk-science summary:focus-visible {\n  outline: 3px solid rgba(219, 126, 111, 0.55);\n  outline-offset: 4px;\n  border-radius: 5px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science img {\n  max-width: 100%;\n  height: auto;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__article {\n  width: 100%;\n  max-width: none;\n  margin: 0;\n  padding: 0 0 clamp(42px, 6vw, 90px);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__hero {\n  width: 100%;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  border-top: 1px solid rgba(146, 84, 96, 0.10);\n  border-bottom: 1px solid rgba(146, 84, 96, 0.10);\n  border-right: 0;\n  border-left: 0;\n  border-radius: 0;\n  background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.96);\n  box-shadow: none;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__hero-copy {\n  width: min(1440px, calc(100% - 48px));\n  max-width: 1440px;\n  margin: 0 auto;\n  padding: clamp(38px, 6vw, 86px) clamp(24px, 5vw, 72px);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__eyebrow {\n  margin: 0 0 14px;\n  color: var(--ndk-rose);\n  font-size: 0.77rem;\n  font-weight: 800;\n  letter-spacing: 0.13em;\n  line-height: 1.35;\n  text-transform: uppercase;\n}\n\n.ndk-science h1,\n.ndk-science h2,\n.ndk-science h3 {\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark);\n  font-family: Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  letter-spacing: -0.025em;\n}\n\n.ndk-science h1 {\n  max-width: 980px;\n  margin: 0;\n  font-size: clamp(2.45rem, 6vw, 5.15rem);\n  line-height: 0.99;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__lead {\n  max-width: 860px;\n  margin: 28px 0 0;\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  font-size: clamp(1.08rem, 1.8vw, 1.32rem);\n  line-height: 1.72;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__meta {\n  display: flex;\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\n  gap: 10px 20px;\n  margin-top: 28px;\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  font-size: 0.88rem;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__meta span {\n  position: relative;\n  padding-left: 16px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__meta span::before {\n  position: absolute;\n  top: 0.62em;\n  left: 0;\n  width: 6px;\n  height: 6px;\n  border-radius: 50%;\n  background: var(--ndk-salmon);\n  content: \"\";\n}\n\n.ndk-science__hero-media {\n  width: min(1180px, calc(100% - 48px));\n  margin: 0 auto;\n  overflow: hidden;\n  border-radius: 0 0 28px 28px;\n  background: var(--ndk-cream);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__hero-media img {\n  display: block;\n  width: 100%;\n  height: clamp(270px, 24vw, 390px);\n  object-fit: cover;\n  object-position: center 52%;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__hero-media figcaption,\n.ndk-science__figure figcaption {\n  margin: 0;\n  padding: 13px 18px 15px;\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  font-size: 0.82rem;\n  font-style: italic;\n  line-height: 1.5;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__layout {\n  display: grid;\n  width: min(1440px, calc(100% - 48px));\n  max-width: 1440px;\n  grid-template-columns: minmax(210px, 250px) minmax(0, 1fr);\n  gap: clamp(28px, 5vw, 64px);\n  align-items: start;\n  margin: clamp(34px, 5vw, 62px) auto 0;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__sidebar {\n  position: relative;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__toc {\n  position: sticky;\n  top: 110px;\n  padding: 24px;\n  border: 1px solid var(--ndk-line);\n  border-radius: var(--ndk-radius-md);\n  background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.82);\n  box-shadow: 0 16px 44px rgba(85, 48, 54, 0.07);\n  backdrop-filter: blur(10px);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__toc-title {\n  margin: 0 0 14px;\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark);\n  font-family: Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n  font-size: 1.18rem;\n  font-weight: 700;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__toc ol {\n  margin: 0;\n  padding-left: 1.15rem;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__toc li {\n  margin: 0 0 10px;\n  color: var(--ndk-salmon);\n  font-size: 0.9rem;\n  line-height: 1.45;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__toc li:last-child {\n  margin-bottom: 0;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__toc a {\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  text-decoration: none;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__toc a:hover {\n  color: var(--ndk-rose);\n  text-decoration: underline;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content {\n  min-width: 0;\n  padding: clamp(18px, 3vw, 42px) clamp(4px, 2.5vw, 34px);\n  border: 0;\n  border-radius: 0;\n  background: transparent;\n  box-shadow: none;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content section {\n  scroll-margin-top: 120px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content section + section {\n  margin-top: clamp(58px, 8vw, 96px);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content h2 {\n  margin: 0 0 24px;\n  font-size: clamp(2rem, 4vw, 3.25rem);\n  line-height: 1.08;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content h2::after {\n  display: block;\n  width: 76px;\n  height: 4px;\n  margin-top: 18px;\n  border-radius: 99px;\n  background: linear-gradient(90deg, var(--ndk-salmon), var(--ndk-salmon-soft));\n  content: \"\";\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content h3 {\n  margin: 42px 0 15px;\n  font-size: clamp(1.35rem, 2.4vw, 1.83rem);\n  line-height: 1.22;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content p {\n  margin: 0 0 23px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__content strong {\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark);\n  font-weight: 750;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__notice {\n  margin-bottom: clamp(42px, 7vw, 72px);\n  padding: 22px 24px;\n  border-left: 5px solid var(--ndk-salmon);\n  border-radius: 0 var(--ndk-radius-sm) var(--ndk-radius-sm) 0;\n  background: var(--ndk-cream);\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  font-size: 0.94rem;\n  line-height: 1.65;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__fact-grid,\n.ndk-science__benefits {\n  display: grid;\n  gap: 18px;\n  margin: 34px 0;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__fact-grid {\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(3, minmax(0, 1fr));\n}\n\n.ndk-science__fact,\n.ndk-science__benefit-card {\n  min-width: 0;\n  border: 1px solid var(--ndk-line);\n  border-radius: var(--ndk-radius-md);\n  background: linear-gradient(145deg, #ffffff, #fffaf6);\n  box-shadow: 0 14px 34px rgba(85, 48, 54, 0.06);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__fact {\n  padding: 24px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__fact-icon,\n.ndk-science__benefit-card > span {\n  display: inline-grid;\n  width: 46px;\n  height: 46px;\n  place-items: center;\n  border-radius: 50%;\n  background: var(--ndk-cream-deep);\n  font-size: 1.35rem;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__fact h3,\n.ndk-science__benefit-card h3 {\n  margin: 16px 0 10px;\n  font-size: 1.22rem;\n  letter-spacing: -0.01em;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__fact p,\n.ndk-science__benefit-card p {\n  margin: 0;\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  font-size: 0.92rem;\n  line-height: 1.62;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__figure {\n  overflow: hidden;\n  margin: clamp(34px, 6vw, 58px) 0;\n  border: 1px solid var(--ndk-line);\n  border-radius: var(--ndk-radius-md);\n  background: var(--ndk-cream);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__figure img {\n  display: block;\n  width: 100%;\n  aspect-ratio: 2048 \/ 1143;\n  object-fit: cover;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__figure--closing {\n  margin-bottom: 0;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__inline-cta {\n  display: grid;\n  grid-template-columns: minmax(0, 1fr) auto;\n  gap: 28px;\n  align-items: center;\n  margin: clamp(58px, 8vw, 96px) 0;\n  padding: clamp(26px, 5vw, 42px);\n  border-radius: var(--ndk-radius-md);\n  background:\n    linear-gradient(135deg, rgba(96, 54, 62, 0.98), rgba(146, 84, 96, 0.94));\n  color: #ffffff;\n  box-shadow: 0 22px 52px rgba(96, 54, 62, 0.22);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__inline-cta .ndk-science__eyebrow {\n  color: #ffd9d1;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__inline-cta h2 {\n  margin-bottom: 14px;\n  color: #ffffff;\n  font-size: clamp(1.8rem, 3vw, 2.55rem);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__inline-cta h2::after {\n  display: none;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__inline-cta p {\n  margin: 0;\n  color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.83);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__inline-actions,\n.ndk-science__final-actions {\n  display: flex;\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\n  gap: 12px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__inline-actions {\n  justify-content: flex-end;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button {\n  display: inline-flex;\n  min-height: 48px;\n  align-items: center;\n  justify-content: center;\n  padding: 12px 20px;\n  border: 2px solid transparent;\n  border-radius: 999px;\n  font-size: 0.86rem;\n  font-weight: 800;\n  line-height: 1.2;\n  text-align: center;\n  text-decoration: none !important;\n  transition:\n    transform 180ms ease,\n    background-color 180ms ease,\n    border-color 180ms ease,\n    color 180ms ease,\n    box-shadow 180ms ease;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button:hover {\n  transform: translateY(-2px);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--primary {\n  background: #ffffff;\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark) !important;\n  box-shadow: 0 10px 24px rgba(30, 15, 17, 0.18);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--primary:hover {\n  background: var(--ndk-cream);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--secondary {\n  border-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.68);\n  background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.1);\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--secondary:hover {\n  background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.2);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__benefits {\n  grid-template-columns: repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));\n}\n\n.ndk-science__benefit-card {\n  padding: 26px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__myth-box {\n  padding: clamp(24px, 4vw, 36px);\n  border: 1px solid rgba(219, 126, 111, 0.3);\n  border-radius: var(--ndk-radius-md);\n  background:\n    linear-gradient(145deg, rgba(255, 247, 239, 0.95), rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.95));\n}\n\n.ndk-science__myth-box ul {\n  margin: 0;\n  padding: 0;\n  list-style: none;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__myth-box li {\n  position: relative;\n  margin: 0 0 17px;\n  padding-left: 31px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__myth-box li:last-child {\n  margin-bottom: 0;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__myth-box li::before {\n  position: absolute;\n  top: 0.11em;\n  left: 0;\n  color: var(--ndk-salmon);\n  content: \"\u2713\";\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  font-weight: 900;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq {\n  display: grid;\n  gap: 14px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq details {\n  overflow: hidden;\n  border: 1px solid var(--ndk-line);\n  border-radius: var(--ndk-radius-sm);\n  background: #ffffff;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq summary {\n  position: relative;\n  padding: 20px 56px 20px 22px;\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark);\n  cursor: pointer;\n  font-family: Georgia, \"Times New Roman\", serif;\n  font-size: 1.1rem;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  line-height: 1.4;\n  list-style: none;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq summary::-webkit-details-marker {\n  display: none;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq summary::after {\n  position: absolute;\n  top: 50%;\n  right: 22px;\n  width: 28px;\n  height: 28px;\n  transform: translateY(-50%);\n  border-radius: 50%;\n  background: var(--ndk-cream-deep);\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark);\n  content: \"+\";\n  font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", sans-serif;\n  font-size: 1.25rem;\n  font-weight: 700;\n  line-height: 27px;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq details[open] summary::after {\n  content: \"\u2212\";\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq details[open] summary {\n  border-bottom: 1px solid var(--ndk-line);\n  background: var(--ndk-cream);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__faq details > div {\n  padding: 20px 22px 2px;\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__references-intro {\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__references {\n  margin: 30px 0 0;\n  padding-left: 1.4rem;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__references li {\n  margin-bottom: 20px;\n  padding-left: 8px;\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  font-size: 0.92rem;\n  line-height: 1.66;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__references li::marker {\n  color: var(--ndk-salmon);\n  font-weight: 800;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__references a {\n  white-space: nowrap;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-cta {\n  margin-top: clamp(58px, 8vw, 96px);\n  padding: clamp(30px, 6vw, 56px);\n  border-radius: var(--ndk-radius-lg);\n  background:\n    radial-gradient(circle at 85% 15%, rgba(255, 196, 181, 0.23), transparent 15rem),\n    linear-gradient(135deg, #4e2d34, #7d4651);\n  color: #ffffff;\n  box-shadow: 0 26px 66px rgba(96, 54, 62, 0.26);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-cta .ndk-science__eyebrow {\n  color: #ffd9d1;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-cta h2 {\n  max-width: 760px;\n  margin-bottom: 16px;\n  color: #ffffff;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-cta h2::after {\n  background: linear-gradient(90deg, #ffd9d1, rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.2));\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-cta-copy > p:last-child {\n  max-width: 760px;\n  color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.82);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-actions {\n  margin-top: 28px;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--light {\n  background: #ffffff;\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark) !important;\n  box-shadow: 0 12px 28px rgba(30, 15, 17, 0.2);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--light:hover {\n  background: var(--ndk-cream);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--whatsapp {\n  border-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.68);\n  background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.12);\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__button--whatsapp:hover {\n  background: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.22);\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-note {\n  margin: 24px 0 0 !important;\n  color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.67);\n  font-size: 0.82rem;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__final-note a {\n  color: #ffffff;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__editorial {\n  display: flex;\n  flex-wrap: wrap;\n  gap: 6px 12px;\n  margin-top: 34px;\n  padding-top: 24px;\n  border-top: 1px solid var(--ndk-line);\n  color: var(--ndk-muted);\n  font-size: 0.82rem;\n  line-height: 1.5;\n}\n\n.ndk-science__editorial strong {\n  color: var(--ndk-rose-dark);\n}\n\n\/* Tablet *\/\n@media (max-width: 980px) {\n  .ndk-science__layout {\n    width: min(100% - 32px, 1440px);\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__toc {\n    position: static;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__toc ol {\n    columns: 2;\n    column-gap: 32px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__toc li {\n    break-inside: avoid;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__inline-cta {\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__inline-actions {\n    justify-content: flex-start;\n  }\n}\n\n\n@media (max-width: 980px) {\n  .ndk-science__hero-media {\n    width: min(100% - 32px, 1180px);\n    border-radius: 0 0 22px 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__hero-media img {\n    height: clamp(240px, 38vw, 340px);\n  }\n}\n\n\/* Mobile *\/\n@media (max-width: 720px) {\n  .ndk-science {\n    font-size: 16px;\n    line-height: 1.72;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__article {\n    width: 100%;\n    padding: 0 0 42px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__hero,\n  .ndk-science__content {\n    border-radius: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__hero-copy {\n    width: 100%;\n    padding: 32px 20px 34px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__hero-media {\n    width: 100%;\n    border-radius: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__hero-media img {\n    height: clamp(210px, 60vw, 280px);\n    object-position: center 50%;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science h1 {\n    font-size: clamp(2.25rem, 12.5vw, 3.25rem);\n    line-height: 1.02;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__lead {\n    margin-top: 22px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__meta {\n    display: grid;\n    gap: 8px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__layout {\n    width: 100%;\n    gap: 20px;\n    margin-top: 20px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__toc {\n    padding: 21px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__toc ol {\n    columns: 1;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__content {\n    padding: 30px 20px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__content section + section {\n    margin-top: 56px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__content h2 {\n    font-size: clamp(1.9rem, 9vw, 2.55rem);\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__content h3 {\n    margin-top: 34px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__fact-grid,\n  .ndk-science__benefits {\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__inline-cta,\n  .ndk-science__final-cta {\n    padding: 28px 22px;\n    border-radius: 20px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__inline-actions,\n  .ndk-science__final-actions {\n    display: grid;\n    grid-template-columns: 1fr;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__button {\n    width: 100%;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__faq summary {\n    padding: 18px 52px 18px 18px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__faq summary::after {\n    right: 16px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__faq details > div {\n    padding: 18px 18px 1px;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__references a {\n    white-space: normal;\n  }\n}\n\n\/* Reduce motion *\/\n@media (prefers-reduced-motion: reduce) {\n  .ndk-science *,\n  .ndk-science *::before,\n  .ndk-science *::after {\n    scroll-behavior: auto !important;\n    transition-duration: 0.01ms !important;\n    animation-duration: 0.01ms !important;\n    animation-iteration-count: 1 !important;\n  }\n}\n\n\/* Print *\/\n@media print {\n  .ndk-science {\n    width: auto;\n    margin: 0;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    color: #000000;\n    font-size: 11pt;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__article {\n    width: 100%;\n    padding: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__hero,\n  .ndk-science__content,\n  .ndk-science__toc,\n  .ndk-science__figure,\n  .ndk-science__inline-cta,\n  .ndk-science__final-cta {\n    box-shadow: none;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__layout {\n    display: block;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__sidebar,\n  .ndk-science__inline-cta,\n  .ndk-science__final-cta {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science__content {\n    padding: 20px 0 0;\n    border: 0;\n  }\n\n  .ndk-science a {\n    color: #000000;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"ndk-science\" id=\"science-behind-massage\" lang=\"en\">\n  <article class=\"ndk-science__article\" aria-labelledby=\"ndk-science-title\">\n\n    <header class=\"ndk-science__hero\">\n      <div class=\"ndk-science__hero-copy\">\n        <p class=\"ndk-science__eyebrow\">Science, wellbeing and professional massage<\/p>\n        <h1 id=\"ndk-science-title\">The science behind massage: what happens in your body during a session<\/h1>\n        <p class=\"ndk-science__lead\">\n          Massage is more than an enjoyable experience. Touch, pressure and the rhythm of each technique create signals that the nervous system interprets and that may influence relaxation, pain perception, muscle tension and recovery. Here, we explain what is known, what remains under study and which claims should be treated with caution.\n        <\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"ndk-science__meta\" aria-label=\"Editorial information\">\n          <span>Estimated reading time: 9 minutes<\/span>\n          <span>Editorial update: July 2026<\/span>\n          <span>Educational content<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n\n      <figure class=\"ndk-science__hero-media\">\n        <img fetchpriority=\"high\"\n          src=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Mujer-relajandose-con-elementos-abstractos-de-ciencia-y-bienestar-scaled.jpeg\"\n          alt=\"Illustration of a woman relaxing among abstract elements representing science and wellbeing\"\n          width=\"2048\"\n          height=\"1143\"\n          decoding=\"async\"\n          fetchpriority=\"high\">\n        <figcaption>The massage experience combines physical stimulation, perception, context and individual response.<\/figcaption>\n      <\/figure>\n    <\/header>\n\n    <div class=\"ndk-science__layout\">\n      <aside class=\"ndk-science__sidebar\">\n        <nav class=\"ndk-science__toc\" aria-label=\"Article contents\">\n          <p class=\"ndk-science__toc-title\">In this article<\/p>\n          <ol>\n            <li><a href=\"#what-happens\">What happens during a massage<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"#nervous-system\">The nervous system and relaxation<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"#muscles-circulation\">Muscles, circulation and mobility<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"#evidence-based-benefits\">Benefits with reasonable support<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"#limitations\">What massage cannot do<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions\">Frequently asked questions<\/a><\/li>\n            <li><a href=\"#scientific-references\">Scientific references<\/a><\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n        <\/nav>\n      <\/aside>\n\n      <div class=\"ndk-science__content\">\n        <div class=\"ndk-science__notice\" role=\"note\">\n          <strong>Health notice:<\/strong>\n          This article is for informational purposes and does not replace medical evaluation, diagnosis or treatment. If you have a recent injury, surgery, a high-risk pregnancy, severe undiagnosed pain or a significant medical condition, consult a healthcare professional first and let us know before booking.\n        <\/div>\n\n        <section id=\"what-happens\" aria-labelledby=\"what-happens-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"what-happens-title\">What actually happens during a massage?<\/h2>\n\n          <p>\n            When a massage therapist applies pressure, gliding strokes, kneading or gentle mobilizations, receptors in the skin, muscles and other tissues send information to the nervous system. The brain integrates these signals with the context of the session: perceived safety, temperature, rhythm, breathing, expectations and each person\u2019s tolerance for pressure.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <p>\n            This is why two people may respond differently to the same technique. One may experience deep relaxation, another may feel localized relief, and someone else may need a different level of pressure or approach. Professional massage does not work like an identical switch for everyone. It is a hands-on intervention adapted to the person\u2019s goal and physical response.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <p>\n            In NDIKANDI\u00cd\u2019s general guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/massages\/\">massage types and benefits<\/a>, you can compare relaxing, muscle-release, sports, holistic and specialized techniques before choosing.\n          <\/p>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <section id=\"nervous-system\" aria-labelledby=\"nervous-system-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"nervous-system-title\">The nervous system, relaxation and pain perception<\/h2>\n\n          <h3>From alertness to rest<\/h3>\n\n          <p>\n            Slow, rhythmic and tolerable techniques may help reduce the feeling of heightened activation. Many people notice calmer breathing, less general tension and a sense of pause. These changes are commonly associated with autonomic regulation, including greater involvement of processes linked to rest and recovery.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <p>\n            Not every technique has the same purpose. A <a href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/relaxing-massage-natural-remedy-against-stress\/\">relaxing massage<\/a> uses a different rhythm from a <a href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/decontracting-massage-book-today-home-call-massage\/\">muscle-release massage<\/a> or sports-focused bodywork. Intensity, speed, duration and the area being treated all shape the experience.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <h3>Neurotransmitters and hormones: interesting findings, not universal promises<\/h3>\n\n          <p>\n            Some studies have observed post-massage changes in markers such as cortisol, serotonin, dopamine and certain immune variables. However, results depend on the type of massage, frequency, study group and measurement method. It is therefore not responsible to promise that every session will lower cortisol by a fixed percentage or produce the same hormonal response in every person.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <div class=\"ndk-science__fact-grid\" aria-label=\"Processes associated with the response to massage\">\n            <div class=\"ndk-science__fact\">\n              <span class=\"ndk-science__fact-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83e\udde0<\/span>\n              <h3>Sensory processing<\/h3>\n              <p>Touch and pressure generate signals that the nervous system interprets together with context and previous experience.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"ndk-science__fact\">\n              <span class=\"ndk-science__fact-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83c\udf3f<\/span>\n              <h3>Stress regulation<\/h3>\n              <p>A comfortable session may promote a subjective sense of calm and reduce the feeling of activation or overload.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"ndk-science__fact\">\n              <span class=\"ndk-science__fact-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\u2728<\/span>\n              <h3>Pain modulation<\/h3>\n              <p>Tactile stimulation may temporarily change how certain discomforts are perceived without necessarily removing their cause.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n          <\/div>\n\n          <figure class=\"ndk-science__figure\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Ilustracion-del-sistema-nervioso-relajado-y-liberacion-de-endorfinas-scaled.jpeg\"\n              alt=\"Artistic illustration of a calm person surrounded by lines representing nervous-system activity\"\n              width=\"2048\"\n              height=\"1143\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\">\n            <figcaption>This conceptual illustration represents the relationship between touch, the nervous system and a sense of wellbeing.<\/figcaption>\n          <\/figure>\n\n          <h3>Why can discomfort decrease?<\/h3>\n\n          <p>\n            Pain perception does not depend only on tissue. The nervous system, attention, emotion, sleep, stress and previous experiences also play a role. Tactile stimulation may temporarily compete with other signals and participate in modulation mechanisms described by the gate control theory of pain. Today, pain is understood to be even more complex than that original model.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <p>\n            In practical terms, massage may help an area feel less sensitive or lighter, but it does not diagnose the cause of pain and does not replace medical assessment when symptoms are persistent, sudden or concerning.\n          <\/p>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <section id=\"muscles-circulation\" aria-labelledby=\"muscles-circulation-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"muscles-circulation-title\">Muscles, circulation and mobility<\/h2>\n\n          <h3>Muscle tension and the feeling of stiffness<\/h3>\n\n          <p>\n            Kneading, compression and gliding strokes may temporarily reduce the feeling of stiffness and make movement feel more comfortable. This does not mean that a muscle knot is literally \u201cbroken apart\u201d like a physical object. The response includes changes in perception, muscle tone, tolerance for movement and local sensitivity.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <h3>Post-exercise muscle soreness<\/h3>\n\n          <p>\n            In active people, several studies have found that massage after exercise may reduce the intensity of delayed-onset muscle soreness. Relief from soreness does not always mean that strength or performance has been restored immediately. For this reason, <a href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/massage-sport-book-today-home-call-massage\/\">sports massage<\/a> should be viewed as a complementary tool within a recovery plan that also includes rest, nutrition, hydration and appropriate training design.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <h3>Circulation and the lymphatic system<\/h3>\n\n          <p>\n            Hands-on techniques may produce local, temporary changes in temperature, perfusion and fluid movement. This does not mean that a conventional massage \u201cremoves toxins\u201d or replaces the function of the liver, kidneys or lymphatic system.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <p>\n            Manual lymphatic drainage is a specific technique with its own indications, rhythm and pressure. It should not be confused with just any massage. In cases involving postoperative recovery, edema, fibrosis or lymphatic-system disorders, it should be performed with the appropriate indication and precautions.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <h3>Flexibility and range of motion<\/h3>\n\n          <p>\n            Some people experience a brief improvement in range of motion after stiffness or sensitivity decreases. The effect depends on the technique, area, previous condition and whether massage is combined with active movement. Exercise, strength, mobility work and treatment of the underlying cause are often important for maintaining longer-term improvement.\n          <\/p>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <aside class=\"ndk-science__inline-cta\" aria-labelledby=\"ndk-inline-cta-title\">\n          <div>\n            <p class=\"ndk-science__eyebrow\">Choose with greater clarity<\/p>\n            <h2 id=\"ndk-inline-cta-title\">Not sure which massage to choose?<\/h2>\n            <p>Compare the purpose, pressure and characteristics of each technique before booking.<\/p>\n          <\/div>\n          <div class=\"ndk-science__inline-actions\">\n            <a class=\"ndk-science__button ndk-science__button--primary\" href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/massages\/\">Compare massage types<\/a>\n            <a class=\"ndk-science__button ndk-science__button--secondary\" href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/massage-menu\/\">View Massage Menu<\/a>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/aside>\n\n        <section id=\"evidence-based-benefits\" aria-labelledby=\"evidence-based-benefits-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"evidence-based-benefits-title\">Massage benefits with reasonable scientific support<\/h2>\n\n          <p>\n            Scientific evidence is not equally strong for every claimed benefit or every population. Even so, several areas show consistent or promising results when they are described without exaggeration.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <div class=\"ndk-science__benefits\">\n            <article class=\"ndk-science__benefit-card\">\n              <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83d\ude0c<\/span>\n              <h3>Relaxation and lower perceived stress<\/h3>\n              <p>A session may create a physical and mental pause, especially when the technique, pressure and environment feel comfortable.<\/p>\n            <\/article>\n\n            <article class=\"ndk-science__benefit-card\">\n              <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83d\udc86<\/span>\n              <h3>Less perceived tension or pain<\/h3>\n              <p>Massage may offer temporary relief from muscle discomfort and certain pain conditions as part of an appropriate care plan.<\/p>\n            <\/article>\n\n            <article class=\"ndk-science__benefit-card\">\n              <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83c\udfc3<\/span>\n              <h3>Subjective recovery after exercise<\/h3>\n              <p>Massage may reduce post-exercise muscle soreness, although it does not necessarily restore function or performance immediately.<\/p>\n            <\/article>\n\n            <article class=\"ndk-science__benefit-card\">\n              <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83c\udf19<\/span>\n              <h3>Better readiness for rest<\/h3>\n              <p>By reducing tension or activation, massage may make it easier for some people to relax and sleep after a session.<\/p>\n            <\/article>\n\n            <article class=\"ndk-science__benefit-card\">\n              <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83e\uddd8<\/span>\n              <h3>Greater body awareness<\/h3>\n              <p>A session may help you notice areas of strain, postural habits and differences in sensitivity across the body.<\/p>\n            <\/article>\n\n            <article class=\"ndk-science__benefit-card\">\n              <span aria-hidden=\"true\">\ud83d\udd2c<\/span>\n              <h3>Biological changes still under study<\/h3>\n              <p>Studies have observed variations in hormonal and immune markers, but these findings do not equal disease prevention or a guaranteed \u201cimmune boost.\u201d<\/p>\n            <\/article>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <section id=\"limitations\" aria-labelledby=\"limitations-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"limitations-title\">What massage cannot do<\/h2>\n\n          <div class=\"ndk-science__myth-box\">\n            <ul>\n              <li><strong>It does not detoxify the body:<\/strong> the body processes and eliminates substances through specialized physiological systems.<\/li>\n              <li><strong>It does not replace diagnosis, physical therapy or medical treatment:<\/strong> massage may complement care, not replace it.<\/li>\n              <li><strong>It cannot correct a structural injury by itself:<\/strong> symptom relief does not always mean the underlying cause has disappeared.<\/li>\n              <li><strong>It does not guarantee a specific hormonal response:<\/strong> scientific measurements vary across studies and individuals.<\/li>\n              <li><strong>More pressure does not always mean better results:<\/strong> excessive intensity may increase pain, irritation or protective muscle tension.<\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n          <\/div>\n\n          <p>\n            The best session is one adapted to your goal, tolerance, medical history and current condition. Sharing information about pain, surgery, pregnancy, relevant medications or previous diagnoses helps make the choice safer.\n          <\/p>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <section id=\"frequently-asked-questions\" aria-labelledby=\"frequently-asked-questions-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions-title\">Frequently asked questions about the science of massage<\/h2>\n\n          <div class=\"ndk-science__faq\">\n            <details>\n              <summary>Can massage help with chronic pain?<\/summary>\n              <div>\n                <p>\n                  It may be part of a care plan for some people and may temporarily reduce pain, sensitivity or tension. Results depend on the diagnosis and type of pain. Persistent pain, sudden changes or symptoms accompanied by weakness, numbness, fever or other warning signs require professional assessment.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/details>\n\n            <details>\n              <summary>How often should I receive a massage?<\/summary>\n              <div>\n                <p>\n                  There is no universal frequency. For general wellbeing, some people choose one or two sessions per month, while others book occasionally. For sports recovery or specific discomfort, frequency should be adjusted according to response, goals and recommendations from the professionals involved in the person\u2019s care.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/details>\n\n            <details>\n              <summary>Can I receive a massage if I have a recent injury?<\/summary>\n              <div>\n                <p>\n                  An acute injury, fracture, significant tear, severe inflammation or undiagnosed pain should be assessed first. A therapist should not work directly over an injured area without understanding what is happening or without the necessary medical clearance.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/details>\n\n            <details>\n              <summary>When may massage be contraindicated?<\/summary>\n              <div>\n                <p>\n                  Massage may not be appropriate in the presence of fever, active infection, open wounds, contagious skin conditions, suspected thrombosis, fractures, recent surgery without clearance or serious undiagnosed symptoms. If you have a complex medical condition, consult your physician first.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/details>\n\n            <details>\n              <summary>Does stronger pressure provide greater benefits?<\/summary>\n              <div>\n                <p>\n                  Not necessarily. Pressure should be sufficient for the goal but still tolerable. Intense pain during a session may trigger protective muscle tension and worsen the experience. Report any sharp pain, burning, numbness or discomfort that does not feel appropriate.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/details>\n\n            <details>\n              <summary>Which technique should I choose?<\/summary>\n              <div>\n                <p>\n                  For relaxation, a gentle- or medium-pressure technique is often a good option. For persistent tension, a muscle-release or Deep Tissue massage may be considered, while active people may prefer a sports massage. Explore our <a href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/massages\/\">guide to massage types and benefits<\/a> and share any relevant condition before booking.\n                <\/p>\n              <\/div>\n            <\/details>\n          <\/div>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <section id=\"scientific-references\" aria-labelledby=\"scientific-references-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"scientific-references-title\">Scientific references<\/h2>\n\n          <p class=\"ndk-science__references-intro\">\n            These sources help provide context for the mechanisms and findings discussed above. Evidence should be interpreted with attention to sample size, the technique used and the characteristics of each study population.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <ol class=\"ndk-science__references\">\n            <li>\n              Field, T. et al. \u201cCortisol decreases and serotonin and dopamine increase following massage therapy\u201d. <em>International Journal of Neuroscience<\/em>, 2005.\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16162447\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View on PubMed<\/a>.\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n              Rapaport, M. H., Schettler, P. and Bresee, C. \u201cA preliminary study of the effects of a single session of Swedish massage on hypothalamic\u2013pituitary\u2013adrenal and immune function in normal individuals\u201d. <em>Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine<\/em>, 2010.\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20809811\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View on PubMed<\/a>.\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n              Zainuddin, Z., Newton, M., Sacco, P. and Nosaka, K. \u201cEffects of massage on delayed-onset muscle soreness, swelling, and recovery of muscle function\u201d. <em>Journal of Athletic Training<\/em>, 2005.\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16284637\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View on PubMed<\/a>.\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n              Andersen, L. L. et al. \u201cAcute effects of massage or active exercise in relieving muscle soreness: randomized controlled trial\u201d. <em>Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research<\/em>, 2013.\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23524365\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View on PubMed<\/a>.\n            <\/li>\n            <li>\n              Melzack, R. and Wall, P. D. \u201cPain mechanisms: a new theory\u201d. <em>Science<\/em>, 1965.\n              <a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/5320816\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">View on PubMed<\/a>.\n            <\/li>\n          <\/ol>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <section id=\"conclusion\" aria-labelledby=\"conclusion-title\">\n          <h2 id=\"conclusion-title\">Conclusion: wellbeing supported by science, context and realistic expectations<\/h2>\n\n          <p>\n            The science behind massage cannot be reduced to a single hormone or a promise of \u201cdetoxification.\u201d The experience emerges from the interaction of hands-on stimulation, the nervous system, tissues, perception, context and individual needs.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <p>\n            A well-chosen massage may help you relax, reduce the feeling of tension, support recovery after exercise or create better conditions for rest. Its benefits are most useful when expectations remain realistic and the distinction between wellbeing, complementary care and clinical treatment is respected.\n          <\/p>\n\n          <figure class=\"ndk-science__figure ndk-science__figure--closing\">\n            <img loading=\"lazy\"\n              src=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/Masaje-profesional-a-domicilio-de-Ndikandii-scaled.jpeg\"\n              alt=\"Illustration of a professional massage therapist providing a mobile massage on a massage table\"\n              width=\"2048\"\n              height=\"1143\"\n              loading=\"lazy\"\n              decoding=\"async\">\n            <figcaption>NDIKANDI\u00cd brings a professional massage table and essential supplies for sessions at home, in a hotel, office or apartment.<\/figcaption>\n          <\/figure>\n        <\/section>\n\n        <aside class=\"ndk-science__final-cta\" aria-labelledby=\"ndk-final-cta-title\">\n          <div class=\"ndk-science__final-cta-copy\">\n            <p class=\"ndk-science__eyebrow\">Mobile massage<\/p>\n            <h2 id=\"ndk-final-cta-title\">Choose a session that fits what you need today<\/h2>\n            <p>\n              Explore techniques, duration and availability in Mexico City, Quer\u00e9taro and Monterrey. You may book online or begin your request through WhatsApp.\n            <\/p>\n          <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"ndk-science__final-actions\">\n            <a class=\"ndk-science__button ndk-science__button--light\" href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/massage-menu\/\">Book online<\/a>\n            <a class=\"ndk-science__button ndk-science__button--whatsapp\" href=\"https:\/\/wa.me\/525546856501?text=Hello%2C%20I%20would%20like%20to%20book%20a%20mobile%20massage%20via%20WhatsApp.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-label=\"Book a mobile massage via WhatsApp\">\n              Book via WhatsApp\n            <\/a>\n          <\/div>\n\n          <p class=\"ndk-science__final-note\">\n            Please also review our <a href=\"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/terms-and-conditions\/\">terms and conditions<\/a> before booking.\n          <\/p>\n        <\/aside>\n\n        <footer class=\"ndk-science__editorial\">\n          <strong>Editorial and operational review by NDIKANDI\u00cd.<\/strong>\n          <span>Prepared for educational purposes and updated to reflect the service\u2019s current operating procedures.<\/span>\n        <\/footer>\n      <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n  <\/article>\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Science, wellbeing and professional massage The science behind massage: what happens in your body during a session Massage is more [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"site-sidebar-layout":"default","site-content-layout":"","ast-site-content-layout":"normal-width-container","site-content-style":"default","site-sidebar-style":"default","ast-global-header-display":"","ast-banner-title-visibility":"","ast-main-header-display":"","ast-hfb-above-header-display":"","ast-hfb-below-header-display":"","ast-hfb-mobile-header-display":"","site-post-title":"disabled","ast-breadcrumbs-content":"","ast-featured-img":"disabled","footer-sml-layout":"","ast-disable-related-posts":"","theme-transparent-header-meta":"","adv-header-id-meta":"","stick-header-meta":"","header-above-stick-meta":"","header-main-stick-meta":"","header-below-stick-meta":"","astra-migrate-meta-layouts":"default","ast-page-background-enabled":"default","ast-page-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-5)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"ast-content-background-meta":{"desktop":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"tablet":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""},"mobile":{"background-color":"var(--ast-global-color-4)","background-image":"","background-repeat":"repeat","background-position":"center center","background-size":"auto","background-attachment":"scroll","background-type":"","background-media":"","overlay-type":"","overlay-color":"","overlay-opacity":"","overlay-gradient":""}},"footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23344","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23344","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=23344"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23344\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":23345,"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/23344\/revisions\/23345"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=23344"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=23344"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/ndikandii.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=23344"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}