Medical Massage Therapy Department
Massage
is no longer a luxury enjoyed by those who visit spas or retreats. Today,
advancements in medical science have helped us understand it is much more
than just an approach to relax tired muscles. In fact, the science behind
medical massage continues to demonstrate its value in improving patients'
quality of life and healthy rehabilitation.
What is Medical Massage?
Medical Massage is a scientifically based method of manual therapy that applies scientific principles of physiology to positively affect connective tissue healing and overcome chronic pain. Specifically, it is a system of manually applied techniques designed to reduce pain, establish normal tissue tonicity, create a positive tissue environment and normalize the movement of the musculo-skeletal system. Medical Massage also improves the outcomes of other medical treatments.
Benefits of Medical Massage
- Little or no pain during treatment
- Quicker recovery from medical conditions
- Comfort and confidence of professional, competent care
- Decreased pain and muscle spasms
- Improved quality of life
The Science Behind Medical Massage
Medical massage therapy is emerging as a manual therapy treatment that supports overall health, wellness and clinical rehabilitation. Medical message uses the same medical techniques and protocols of other systems of health care.
Medical massage is not a general massage treatment. Instead, it is applied as manual therapy to a targeted area to minimize discomfort and pain. Medical Massage protocol involves several progressive stages of treatment developed to correct abnormal conditions affecting the areas where joints, ligaments and muscles join together. After a diagnostic palpation, medical massage is delivered to an anatomical region based on soft tissue an joint findings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where will my massage take place?
A: Your medical massage session will take place in a warm, comfortable, quiet room. You will be asked to lie or sit on a specifically designed table or chair for your treatment.
Q: Will I be required to completely undress?
A: Some medical massage therapy sessions may require you to remove restrictive clothing. However, you will be advised that you may choose what amount of clothing you prefer to wear for your own comfort. You will be properly covered during any massage session.
Q: What parts of my body will be massaged?
A: Your therapist will perform an evaluation and discuss your desired outcome for an effective treatment session. If your doctor has written a prescription for your medical massage therapy session, the area written on the prescription will be the area treated.
Q: Who will be providing the medical massage treatment?
A: Matrix Pain Management has highly skilled certified medical massage therapists on staff to care for our patients. Each massage therapy session will require an evaluation and a variety of techniques to achieve the desired goals.
Q: What will the massage feel like?
A: How a massage feels depends on the type of technique being applied. All massage therapy treatments are designed to promote comfort and limit pain. Your therapist will work with you to make certain you are comfortable during all treatment sessions.
Q: What should I do during a massage?
A: Make yourself comfortable first of all. If your therapist wants you to adjust your position, he or she will move you as needed. Otherwise you can change your position at anytime to make yourself more comfortable.
Conditions Treated by Massage Therapy
- Chronic pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Headaches
- Arthritis
- Sports Injury
- Stress
- Neck/shoulder pain
- Sciatica
- Improved posture
- Increased joint mobility and relief from soreness and stiffness
- Carpal Tunnel
- Cancer Pain
Some insurance policies cover Medical Massage Therapy. Please inquire when scheduling your appointment.