What is Medical Massage?
According to the American Medical Massage Association (AMMA), medical massage is:
“A system of manually applied techniques designed to reduce pain, establish normal tissue tension, create a positive tissue environment and to normalize the movement of the musculoskeletal system. Medical massage is a scientifically based method of manual therapy that seeks a clear understanding of the scientific principles of physiology that affect connective and soft tissue healing and treatment.”
Medical massage is performed to address a specific medical condition, and typically prescribed by a doctor. Doctors prescribe medical massage to treat a variety of musculoskeletal problems. Medical massage may be used as part of a rehabilitation program to build strength and increase flexibility, and it can also be used to treat sports injuries, muscle pains, edema, muscle cramps, migraines, pregnancy-related aches and pains, and a wide variety of other physical problems.
What does Medical Massage involve?
Medical Massage Therapy is a systematic therapeutic manipulation, through applying fixed or movable pressure, friction, rubbing, stroking, pinching, tapping, kneading, or applying vibration to muscle and connective tissue. Sometimes massage is performed on the whole body or just a part causing movement to that part of the body or sometimes just holding it in a fixed position. Therapists primarily use their hands, but may also use their forearms, elbows, feet or massage equipment.
Manual therapy techniques include, but are not limited to, connective tissue massage, joint mobilization and manipulation, manual lymphatic drainage, manual traction, passive range of motion, soft-tissue mobilization and manipulation, and therapeutic massage.
How can Medical Massage Help You?
Benefits include:
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Pain relief / pain management
- Stress reduction / relaxation
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Improved flexibility and range of motion
- Improved posture and circulation
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Reduction of recovery time from your workout, previous injury, or surgery
Medical Massage can help relieve symptoms of:
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Arthritis
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TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)
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Sciatica
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Migraines/headaches
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Carpel Tunnel Syndrome
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Fibromyalgia
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Myofascial pain Syndrome
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Whiplash injuries
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Tendonitis
Our staff ensures immense care and special attention are given to everyone, particularly those with injuries, ailments, the elderly and pregnant women. We see to it that all patients are comfortable and cared for properly and safely.
Call and make an appointment today to take advantage of our Chicago Medical Massage Therapy or Franklin Park Massage Treatment Services.