Remedial Massage

You might have heard of the word “Remedial massage” and want to know more about it. Welcome! You are at the best place to learn about this therapy.

What is remedial massage?

 

Remedial massage is a systematic procedure that involves the assessment and treatment of muscles, ligaments, tendons, and connective tissues throughout the body. This specialized technique helps in rehabilitation as well as injury and pain management. Call me 0433167703

This therapy can greatly help you if:

• You feel pains in your joints;
• You suffer from muscular pain;
• Your calf muscles give you pains when you take a step;
• Your lower back is aching;
• You can’t turn your neck;
• You feel pains in your body

Generally, a lot of people use the remedial massage to address a wide range of conditions such as:

•    Sciatica

•    Carpel tunnel

•    Scoliosis

•    Pregnancy-related back pain and other discomforts

•    Anxiety and stress

•    Whiplash

•    Sleep deprivation and fatigue

•    Headaches

•    Dance injuries

However, there are many more benefits that can be derived from this therapy including:

•    Increased flexibility

•    Physical relaxation

•    Enhanced energy and vitality

•    Proper muscle toning

•    A release of nerve compression (sciatica, carpal tunnel)

•    Prevention of muscle atrophy

•    Healing scar tissue

•    Improved circulation, which nourishes body cells and improves waste elimination

•    Stimulation of blood supply

•    Correct positioning of bones

What does remedial massage involve?

Your therapist begins by talking to you about your health and lifestyle. Then, you will be asked to lie on a couch or table. Your clothes must be taken off but you will be covered with towels to protect your privacy.

Creams and oils would be used on you to massage your skin smoothly. During the process, your therapist will use different techniques to locate and repair the damaged areas of your body. They will stretch different parts of your body to deeply penetrate the muscles associated with the problem.

What’s the best timing for a remedial massage?

Ideally, you should take the remedial massage on a regular basis to promote mobility.  This stops conditions from becoming painful and problematic and painful. In case you have a chronic long-lasting condition; you can meet your therapist anytime to take the remedial massage.

However, for recent or acute injuries, you are first required to take a rest and receive ice therapy. When you take the remedial massage immediately, it can cause severe inflammation and swelling. Therefore, the remedial massage should be taken after 72 hours. A few treatment sessions can completely resolve a recent injury.

Chronic and long-lasting conditions, on the other hand, require a series of treatments to return the area to its normal function. It includes weekly massages with spaced frequencies until a maintenance stage is reached.

What duration is best for a remedial massage?

Basically, the duration of this therapy depends on your problem area. Physio Works usually offer a 30-minute massage duration for treating one problem area, for example, your shoulder or neck. But you will need a 45-60 minutes appointment when your problem area is up to 2 or 3, for example, neck, shoulder, and lower back. For a full-body treatment, 60-90 minutes will be sufficient.

Final words

Remedial therapy can help you treat those damaged muscles that are knotted, tensed, or immobile. It also provides lots of other health benefits that can help your overall wellbeing. However, it is important to keep in mind that remedial massage is not a replacement for assessment and care by a doctor. So, ensure you speak to your therapist for advice specific to your body’s needs.