Medical massage is outcome-based massage focused on treating the patient’s ailment. Your physician must prescribe medical massage as a treatment. Your massage therapist will address the areas and conditions as outlined by the prescription.
It is done primarily through he application of a specific treatment targeted to the specific problem(s) the patient presents with a diagnosis and are administered after a thorough assessment/evaluation with specific outcomes being the basis for treatment. It is also known as clinical massage or treatment massage.
Different techniques may be used by your massage therapist based on the diagnosis and treatment plan.
There are many ways Medical Massage is beneficial. Below is a list several benefits of medical massage:
- Helps to decrease inflammation and pain
- Deactivates Myofascial trigger points
- Helps digestion
- Calms and soothes the nervous system
- Improves posture and coordination
- Helps in preventing future chronic pain conditions
- Improves flexibility and range of motion
- Releases sore and tense muscles
If you are suffering from chronic pain, medical massage from Spine & Sport Annapolis may be right for you. Be sure to talk to your doctor before beginning any massage therapy and obtain a prescription.