Massage is an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation programs which has proven beneficial for many chronic conditions such as low back pain, arthritis, and bursitis. Massage also helps to relieve the stress and tension of everyday living.The services of a bodywork professional may be covered by health insurance when prescribed by a chiropractor or osteopath.
Therapies provided as part of a prescribed treatment by a physician or registered physical therapist are often covered.
There are more than 150 variations of massage, bodywork, and somatic therapy techniques. Many practitioners utilize multiple techniques. Here are brief descriptions of just a few: Traditional Massage comprised of elongating strokes along with kneading frictioning techniques working towards the ultimate goal of muscle relaxation. Individuals, without specific physical problems, who want to unwind, usually opt for this technique. Deep Tissue - Manipulation of deep connective tissue to break up and rid muscles of scar tissue that can result after injury or surgery.
Trigger Point Therapy - Sustained finger pressure to areas that contain trigger points. Trigger points are micro-traumas within muscles that are highly sensitive to touch but release when appropriate pressure is applied.
Shaitsu/Acupressure - Eastern originated massage method based on philosophy of "energy meridians" and maintaining healthy and consistent energy flow through the body
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