Pain Management Massage Overview

Pain management massage is one of the easiest ways to attain and maintain good wellness and well-being. Pain Management is controlled and subdued to the overall work of a therapist or simply self-massage. The benefits are many. Tension headaches, insomnia, aches and pains, and stress can be alleviated with hands and other body parts.

Massage has amazing effects on the wellness on the person being massaged. It improves circulation, relaxes muscles, helps indigestion, lowers blood pressure, makes you think more clearly and speeds up the elimination of waste products. These are some of the benefits achieved through massage.

There are many types of massage. Most are performed on a massage table with your clothes off, however the therapist will cover your body and work underneath the covers. Another traditional method is performed in an ergonomically designed massage chair with your clothes on. This is usually an on-site massage at your location and consists of a 10 to 30 minute massage that basically works on your upper body.

Key areas of the body, which can become very tense and stiff and even misaligned from stress, are the neck, shoulders and the back (we in the massage industry called it the “T” zone). These areas can benefit greatly from a massage. This area is the primary source of all tension and stress. A massage can provide temporary relief and even a better range of motion in the disabled person. Massage can help reduce or eliminate tension headaches and ease stiff joints. The Erector Spinae is the muscle group located on both sides of the Vertebra. Neck, Triceps and the Erector Spinae are the main points of tension and stress.

One of the best ways to learn effective massage techniques for pain management is to practice self-massage. The following link provides specific self-massage techniques.

Self-Massage Techniques

Foot-Massage Techniques

Partner-Massage Techniques