MEDICAL MASSAGE

Massage therapy is not just a luxury. There are a lot of benefits to getting a massage. Massage can help heal sore muscles. Your massage  therapist will ask any medical information that is pertinent to your massage. Some of these things include what areas are bothering you, and  

prior injuries. 

The AMTA, American Massage Therapy Association,  gives the top 25 reasons to get a massage as follows: Relieve stress,  relieve postoperative pain, reduce anxiety, manage low-back pain, help  fibromyalgia pain, reduce muscle tension, enhance exercise performance,  relieve tension headaches, sleep better, ease symptoms of depression,  improve cardiovascular health, reduce pain of osteoarthritis, decrease  stress in cancer patients, improve balance in older adults, decrease rheumatoid arthritis pain, temper effects of dementia, promote relaxation, lower blood pressure, decrease symptoms of Carpal Tunnel  Syndrome, help chronic neck pain, lower joint replacement pain,  increase range of motion, decrease migraine frequency, improve quality of life in hospice care, and reduce chemotherapy-related nausea.   

Massage therapy has lots of benefits for those who play sports. Playing sports can cause aches and pains. Massage therapy can help with  the recovery of sprained ankles, muscle spasms, or even twisted knees to  name a few. Massage Therapy has been shown to help improve performance by reducing aches and pains. Massage can help an athlete recover quicker from injuries. Massage has also been shown to reduce inflammation. It can help prevent injuries by keeping the body’s tissues healthy. Massage helps with pain reduction and muscle tension. It can help with muscle  stiffness and fatigue also. It can help increase the body’s range of motion. By encouraging blood flow and relaxing muscles massage helps the  body pump more oxygen and nutrients into tissue and organs. This can  help facilitate the healing process. By allowing the injured area to  become more flexible it can heal at an accelerated rate. Some of the different types of massages that help with sports related injuries include the Swedish massage and the deep tissue massage.   

Swedish  massage is one of the most common types of massage. This is sometimes the best massage to start with. During the massage session  the therapist works with the muscles and soft tissues in the body to  help restore health and balance. The result is relaxation of the muscles  in your body and release of pain and tension. This is great for anyone who is feeling over-worked and stressed out to help them relax their  mind and body. It relieves muscle tension, relaxes and energizes. A  lubrication such as a massage oil or lotion is used with various massage  strokes. This can break down knots in tissues also. The Swedish massage can help improve function of your lymph system by relaxing your  muscles. The lymph system flushes out metabolic waste from your muscles. It helps you heal faster. The Swedish massage therapy helps relieve tension that has built up. The touch of the skin during the massage also  can help relax you and clear your mind. If you are feeling run down or  even depressed this can help. It can also promote better sleep.   

Deep  tissue massage is a massage that uses firm pressure and slow stokes to reach deeper layers of muscle. It helps with chronic  pain, limited range of motion, and inflammation. It is used to break up  knots that may be disrupting circulation or causing pain, inflammation,  or limited range of motion. Deep tissue massage usually focuses on a  specific problem, such as chronic muscle pain, injury, or other specific  condition. Low back pain, limited mobility, whiplash, falls, strains, tension in hamstrings, legs, upper back, sciatica, tennis elbow, and  upper back and neck pain. Sometimes during the deep tissue massage you  may fells some discomfort or pain. You can let the therapist know if  this happens so that they may adjust their technique. The therapist may  use fingertips, knuckles, hands, elbows, and forearms during the  massage. After the massage you may feel some soreness or stiffness. This  usually subsides within a day or so. Drinking water after the massage  helps flush metabolic waste from your tissues. Massage can help improve symptoms in those who suffer from tension headaches. Pain with contracting muscles in face, scalp, jaw, and neck. Jaw  clenching and anxiety can trigger headaches also. Massage can help  reduce these symptoms and decrease the frequency of of tension  headaches. Massage can help you improve your posture also. Stiffness can occur from typing on a computer or working at a desk  during the work day. You may have stiffness in your neck, back or  shoulders. Improved circulation from a massage can help your muscles  heal faster. Massage can help reduce stress, anxiety and depression. It can also help you sleep better. While getting a  massage, your muscles, tendons, ligaments, and skin are manipulated to give you a relaxed feeling. This can help physically and  psychologically. Getting a massage can help you improve and control  blood pressure. It can also help improve your skin tone, appearance of  stretch marks and scars.  

Some other types of massages are hot and  cold stone massages. Cold stone massage can provide a deep state of  relaxation, a release of tension, and reduction of swelling and  inflammation, trauma, or injury. Cold stones decrease soreness. Marble  is used because it is less dense and removes the heat from the body.  They can alleviate anxiety and depression, sinusitis, high blood  pressure, and fatigue. Each stone is crafted to perform a specific task. Hot  stone massage is used also for deep relaxation and to help warm up  tight muscles for those who utilize massage on a regular  basis. For a hot stone massage the stones are heated in a bath of 120 to  150 degree water. The stones retain heat well. The stones are various  shapes and sizes. Some common areas for stone placement are the spine,  palms of hand, or even feet.   Getting a massage can  make you happy. People who get a massage on a regular basis may feel  more focused and relaxed. By committing to a massage program you can  help accelerate the recovery process after injuries, and help with  relaxation.

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