Mind & Body Connection

Benefits of massage for pain relief

Helps patients become more aware of their bodies and the sources of pain.

Better familiarizes patients with the pain they experience.

Has an impact on the patient by virtue of human touch.

Improves confidence by encouraging patients to effectively cope with their pain.

How does massage relieve pain?

A simple and direct strategy: working from the external, outer mechanisms of pain to the primary, root cause.

Focuses on the entire body system and its relationship to soft tissue – not solely on the site of pain.

Massage therapy promotes relaxation and alleviates the perception of pain and anxiety in cancer patients.

When you are pregnant, you can use massage therapy for relaxation and to help relieve muscle tension and pain.

Massage Therapy During Pregnancy-Topic Overview Massage is rubbing the soft tissues of the body,including the skin and muscles. Massage therapists usually apply pressure with their hands,but they can also use their forearms,elbows,or feet. Some people believe that massage works because the touch is healing. Touch also communicates a sense of cari...

Massage therapy is more effective for chronic back pain than other complementary therapies.

Massage therapy reduces post-traumatic headaches better than cold pack treatments.

Massage Therapy Styles and Health Benefits WebMD examines different styles of massage, such as Swedish, deep tissue, and hot stone. Find out why they’re done and what their health benefits are.

When getting a massage let your therapist know what you’re feeling...
During the massage, please make sure to communicate with your therapist about the pressure he or she is applying. Though many massage therapists can tell when they are using light or deep pressure, it is always good to let them know how you feel. If you want more or less pressure, be sure to communicate that—the massage is all about you!

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