What is a Massage?
Massage is a term describing a variety of
techniques using the hands, mechanical or
electrical apparatus to stimulate or soothe
soft tissue of the body for therapeutic
purposes
How does a Massage work?
Massage works by kneading and stroking
muscles to relax them and uses friction to
stimulate soft tissue. These Therapies can
increase blood and lymph circulation while
breaking up scar tissue between muscle
fibers.
What does a Massage feel like?
Therapeutic massage and its effect vary with
each individual. Although the patient will
be comfortably covered with sheets and/or
blankets the areas being treated will be
exposed to the therapist when the area is
being worked. Care is taken to ensure the
patient is relaxed and comfortable at all
times. A unique lubricating oil, gel or
powder is used to reduce friction during the
circular stroking and compression of soft
tissue.
Why is Massage used?
Massage is useful in many conditions in
which body relaxation, the reduction of
swelling and muscle mobilization is desired.
Massage can be helpful in overcoming the
swelling and pooling of fluids at the site
of recent injury or trauma.
Patient Benefits
Enhances joint and muscle function
Improves circulation
Increases metabolism
Promotes the healing process
