Massage therapy, commonly referred to as soft tissue therapy, is a popular treatment choice in many clinical settings. The therapy is practiced by a registered and qualified health care professional to help in the healing of muscle dysfunction.
What are the benefits of Massage Therapy?
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Massage Therapy uses touch to increase the circulation to the affected area while also addressing other involved parts of the body. Benefits include:
- Relief of pain, tension and muscle spasm
- Increased ease of movement
- Restore previous level of activity
- Improved sense of vitality and well being.
Massage Therapy is used to:
- Increase blood supply to an area
- Release tension in muscles and connective tissues
- Release specific areas of spasm (trigger points)
- Relax the body to help ease muscle tension caused by stress and anxiety
- Prepare muscles for stretching and sport
Common conditions treated with Massage Therapy:
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- Whiplash Associated Disorders due to motor vehicle accidents
- Neck strains and low back strains (including sciatic pain)
- Headaches
- Muscle spasms, stiffness and pain
- Arthritis/Fibromyalgia/Osteoporosis
- Sports Injuries e.g hamstring/calf strains
- Rotator cuff strains, tennis elbow and golfers elbow.
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