Do you need some relief from tired, achy muscles due to sitting at a desk all day? Do you want to wake up feeling less stiff in the mornings? Do you need help recovering from an injury or do you just need some time to stop and relax? If any of these sound familiar than a massage may help you achieve these goals and more.
Massage is a complementary therapy that addresses the body’s soft tissue (muscle, tendon, ligaments and connective tissue) to enhance a person’s overall health and well being. Remedial massage is one of the many types of massage therapy.
Remedial massage therapists at Blue Mountains Osteo use their knowledge of anatomy and physiology, combined with manual techniques such as deep connective tissue massage, trigger point release, stretching and myofascial release to improve the quality of soft tissues in your body and assist in rehabilitation, pain and injury management. Your therapist will discuss your treatment plan with you and help to establish your treatment goals.
If an underlying issue is detected that may be more effectively treated by an Osteopath or other health professional, your therapist will refer accordingly. All massage therapists at Blue Mountains Osteo are members of the AMT (Association of Massage Therapists).
Some of the physical benefits of massage may include:
Reduced muscle tension and discomfort.
Improved sleep, circulation and skin tone.
Improved joint mobility and flexibility.
Improved recovery of soft tissue injuries.
Stimulation of the lymphatic system.
Reduced stress hormones, anxiety and depression and creates an overall sense of well being.
Studies show that massage stimulates the release of endorphins, serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that produce a feeling of deep relaxation, calm and wellbeing. Studies also show that massage reduces anxiety and depression via the reduction of the stress hormone cortisol.