THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE
Massage is believed to be the oldest and most widespread therapeutic method that has been used to relieve pain, recover from injuries and stimulate the body's energy. Therapeutic massage is a scientific method of soft tissue manipulation that affects the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems, and not just a gentle massage with essential oils and relaxing music. Massage stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, creating a sense of calm and relaxation. It relieves muscle pain, stimulates the immune system (stimulating the circulation of the lymphatic fluid that removes toxins from our body), strengthens the function of breathing and fights physical fatigue.
As in any therapeutic practice, so too in Massage, there are indications and contraindications. Therapeutic Massage, in addition to knowledge of various manipulations and techniques, requires knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology of the human body. For this reason, it should only be applied by professional Physiotherapists, who are the only ones who have the legal right to practice Massage, the appropriate training and the corresponding scientific knowledge.
The therapeutic massage concerns special pressures on points of muscle or myo-peritoneal tension, known as muscle spasm. Many times the pain and other symptoms of the patient are of muscular origin. Discovering the Pain Trigger Points and then releasing them is important for a comprehensive treatment. It is applied to acute or chronic cases of pain, in any area of the body, treating either local or referred pain.
Therapeutic massage is a scientific method of soft tissue manipulation that affects the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems, and not just a gentle massage with essential oils and relaxing music. Massage stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, creating a sense of calm and relaxation. It relieves muscle pain, stimulates the immune system (stimulating the circulation of the lymphatic fluid that removes toxins from our body), strengthens the function of breathing and fights physical fatigue. As in any therapeutic practice, so too in Massage, there are indications and contraindications. Therapeutic Massage, in addition to knowledge of various manipulations and techniques, requires knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology of the human body. For this reason, it should only be applied by professional Physiotherapists, who are the only ones who have the legal right to practice Massage, the appropriate training and the corresponding scientific knowledge. The therapeutic massage concerns special pressures on points of muscle or myo-peritoneal tension, known as muscle spasm. Many times the pain and other symptoms of the patient are of muscular origin. Discovering the Pain Trigger Points and then releasing them is important for a comprehensive treatment. It is applied to acute or chronic cases of pain, in any area of the body, treating either local or referred pain.
Difference between Therapeutic & Relaxing massage
The relaxing massage helps to stimulate the body, the circulatory system, anti-aging, increase the lymphatic circulation and the elasticity of the tissues & skin, with gentle manipulations, giving results of well-being and relaxation. _11100000 -0000-0000-0000-000000000111_ _11100000-0000-0000 -0000-000000000111_ On the contrary, therapeutic massage is recommended for bruises, muscle spasms, cervical syndrome, back pain, sciatica, headaches, migraines, rheumatism, etc. If you are suffering from any of the above, don't miss the opportunity to get relief immediately and without the side effects of chemical drugs.
Where and which massage techniques are applied
These techniques can be applied in many areas & in different parts of the body depending on what we want to achieve. These areas can include muscles, tendons, joints, waist and neck, arms and legs and are adjusted accordingly. It is particularly important that they are applied by physical therapists, who have the appropriate training to identify body pathologies so that the appropriate technique is chosen taking into account the specificity of the situation and your needs. The positive effects of the massage are beneficial for athletes and therefore its application is often necessary. This application can be carried out in several stages depending on the needs of each athlete and the sport they compete in. Sports Massage is a type of massage applied to athletes before, during and after a period of intense physical activity, with the aim of improving blood and oxygen circulation to the muscles, _11100000-0000 -0000-0000-000000000111_to reduce pain, to help restore the body after injury or from training flexibility and help remove toxins that accumulate in the muscles after an intense activity. Rehabilitation is vital to continuing training and maximizing athletic performance, and studies have shown that sports massage can help athletes accelerate recovery from injury and complement the rehabilitation protocol to improve mobility and performance improvement. There are many sports massage techniques, each targeting different muscles and areas of the body. It is not a single method but is defined as a collection of techniques achieved by systematically manipulating the soft tissues associated with a specific sport or training method. The techniques we use can be applied by hand such as e.g. transverse kneading or using special equipment creating shocks and vibrations. Sports massage in most cases involves more pressure as the athletes body requires a more aggressive approach and there are some manipulations that are used exclusively in the rehabilitation of sports injuries.
Therapeutic massage is considered one of the most well-known & widespread scientific methods used in physical therapy, which involves a focused chiropractic approach to the body's soft tissue - the muscles, tendons and ligaments that move and support our bodies and is used to:
improving blood circulation,
the restoration of movement and function of muscles and joints,
the relief of pain in the soft parts of the body,
the reduction of symptoms of anxiety and tension
increasing energy and well-being
improving the quality of sleep
improving the functioning of the immune system.