Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Reducing Low Back Pain with Massage Therapy



Lower back pain and neck pain can have many potential causes. Pain in these areas can be anything from an occasional ache to a debilitating and constant discomfort that affects a person’s work and home life. These two areas are prone to tension accumulation due to how a person walks, sits, and even sleeps.

Although massage is relatively safe, it is always advisable for patients to first check with their doctor before beginning massage therapy or any other treatment. There are some contraindications for massage therapy, such as (but not limited to): recent surgery; infectious skin disease, rash, or unhealed wound; varicose veins; and osteoporosis. Massage has been proven to relieve chronic lower back pain. Massage for lower back pain is a technique that relaxes muscles in the area through the application of pressure. The area is rubbed in the direction in which blood flows back to the heart. Massage can improve blood circulation and this is one of the reasons it can aid in the recovery of muscle strain and pains. Massage relaxes the muscles, allowing them to achieve an improved motion range. This relaxation of the muscles can also prevent other ailments related to the back and neck pain, such as insomnia, posture, and range of motion. Massage for lower back pain results in an increase in the levels of endorphins in the body, the chemicals associated with improved mental well-being, and this can also lead to the effectiveness of massage for managing chronic back pain.

Due to things like busy schedules, travel times to a good massage therapist in your area, or personal privacy, getting a hands-on massage may just not work for your lifestyle. Many massage therapy professionals will work as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team for patient evaluation and treatment. The right healthcare team for you will depend on your specific back problem and personal preferences. Some forms of massage can leave you feeling a bit sore the next day. But massage shouldn't ordinarily be painful or uncomfortable. If any part of your massage doesn't feel right or is painful, speak up right away. Most serious problems come from too much pressure during massage.

Massage Envy Lakeland
3615 South Florida Ave. Unit 56 Lakeland, FL 33803
(863) 646-3689

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