Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage is a treatment that involves the application of pressure on the body for corrective or rehabilitative purposes applied by the hands, fingers, elbow, knees, forearm, feet, or mechanical aids.
Massage facilitates the energy flow throughout the body and reduces discomfort. It has various other therapeutic effects like:
- Decreases pain.
- Increases movement.
- Eases muscle tension.
- Improves blood flow.
- Improves functionality.
- Promotes relaxation.
- Relieves stress.
The cells of the body depend on the blood supply and lymph, as these fluids carry nutrients and oxygen to the parts of the body and also carry away the waste and toxins. Massage enhances the smooth flow of blood and lymph, thus promoting overall health. Several types of massage can be done on different parts of the body for therapeutic purposes. Through massage, pressure is applied by stroking i.e. using the hands gently or by strong pressure to the muscles and joints of the body for healing purposes
Massage can be given as an adjunct treatment for many medical conditions. Given below is a list of various conditions which can be treated by massage or in conjunction.
- Neck, shoulder, elbows, back, or knee pain,
- Tendinitis,
- Nerve injuries,
- Muscle tension,
- Myofascial Pain Syndrome,
- Rotator Cuff Syndrome,
- Sciatica,
- Tennis Elbow,
- Frozen Shoulder,
- Osteoarthritis,
- Rheumatoid Arthritis,
- Muscle sprains and strains,
- Sports injuries,
- Carpal Tunnel syndrome,
- Fibromyalgia,
- Poor circulation.