The Power of Massage

I remember treating a lady with severe upper back pain few years ago. She had been on pain relievers for more than a year. As she did not find any relief, the doctor referred her to massage therapy. As we treated her with massage aiming at trigger point release for five days, there was considerable relief of pain. As she left the therapy room, she had in her pocket a special gift for me! More than the gift, what made me happy was that she found the healing effect of massage and it changed her life story.

These are just a few physiological and psychological effects to be named. Periodic massage Will keep your body and mind relaxed making sure that you do not end up with a medical condition that needs a treatment massage.

After a lot of study, medical science has proved that massage is not only effective in improving the General health of a person, but as also instrumental in improving a variety of medical conditions. Therapeutic massage has been studied for its effects on back, hands neck knees and many other areas. But have you ever wondered how massage proves magical in different health conditions ? How well you know about these conditions which can be treated my massage ? Here is an eye opener.

Let it be healing from an annoying headache or relief of stress from a debilitating disease like cancer and depression, there is a wonder working power in massage. If you ever find yourself struggling with pain with these conditions, remember to explore the power of massage. Assured that you will not be disappointed.

This is a condition which I had hands-on experience. The facia, the connective tissue of foot gets tight leading to severe heel pain. Many of those who are affected are unable to place the leg on the ground as a get up from bed at mornings. Massage techniques including kneading (deep tissue massage) when performed regularly has always shown amazing results.

Inflammation of extensor muscles of the wrist. This is cost by repetitive actions of the wrist like playing tennis. Along with the rest, for a massage of the elbow, and the point of pain can bring down the inflammation.

Myofascial release: manual technique for stretching the fascia to release restrictions. Fascia is located between skin and muscle. It can be restricted through injuries stress, weakness, or poor posture.

Application of constant from pressure to the hyper active point which will in turn reduce pain in other parts of the body.

Transfers faction Applied by fingers helps to break down thick pain producing scar tissue

By massaging trend muscles headaches due to temporomandibular joint becomes less likely. Jaw pain can also be relieved.

Massages prove to be effective in lymphatic drainage disorders. More efficient functioning leads to removal of waste products and may increase the absorption of excess fluids and reduce swelling in soft tissues.

A deep tissue massage ideal to soothe a sore muscle. This can relax the painful muscles and tendons and take away pain.

Again the answer is No! Massage is not magic nor a trick. Massage has scientifically proven methods of action on human body. Massage like exercise releases endorphins which acts a natural pain reliever.

Mechanical pressure helps to increase the blood flow by increasing the arteriolar pressure as well as increasing muscle temperature from rubbing.

Increased blood supply to the muscle helps to Carry muscle repairing elements to stiff muscles and thus release the stiffness.

With the relaxation of the muscles comes increase range of motion especially in spastic muscle.

Skin to skin contact and increased blood supply to the muscles reduces muscle spasm and even set in muscle contractions which are painful.

Changes in para sympathetic activity (as measured by heart rate, Blood pressure and heart rate variables and hormonal levels (as measured by cortisol levels ) following a massage results in relaxation response.

Depending on the massage technique the massage he is expected to increase or decrease excitability as measured by the Hoffman reflex.

By knowing exactly where to touch and how, the massage therapist can activate the bodies natural systems to provide variety of health benefits. So, why wait? give your body that much needed attention before it is late! It is your right to live your life to its fullest. . !!