What does a massotherapist do?

Massage therapists assess the body’s soft tissue and joints. They perform massage therapy to relieve pain and symptoms of stress, or to develop, maintain, rehabilitate, or increase physical function.

How do you spell massotherapy?

mas·so·ther·a·py (mas’ō-thār’ă-pē), The therapeutic use of massage.

What are the benefits of massage therapy?

Some of the physical benefits of massage and myotherapy include:

• reduced muscle tension.
• improved circulation.
• stimulation of the lymphatic system.
• reduction of stress hormones.
• relaxation.
• increased joint mobility and flexibility.
• improved skin tone.
• improved recovery of soft tissue injuries.

How does massage therapy work?

Massage therapy relaxes muscle tissue, which reduces painful contractions and spasms. Massage can also reduce nerve compression. To understand this, consider that when muscles are contracted, they sometimes compress the nerves around them.

What does it mean to be a massage therapist?

Massage therapy is a health care service when the massage is for therapeutic purposes, and a licensed massage therapist may receive referrals from a physician to administer massage therapy. Sign Up for Email Updates Sign up to receive important notices about changes to rules, statutes, fees, examination requirements, upcoming meetings and more.

What does massage therapy at Center for Integrative Medicine DO?

Massage therapy at the Center for Integrative Medicine is a mind-body treatment that relieves pain, reduces stress and promotes healing. As one of the oldest healing practices, massage therapy can improve your body, mind and spirit.

When to use massage therapy in the VA?

Massage therapy appears to have very few risks when used appropriately and when provided by a professionally qualified Massage Therapist. Currently in VA, massage therapy is recommended primarily for pain conditions for which there is an evidence base.

What can I do at a Massage Envy?

Enjoy a massage therapy treatment at a Massage Envy near you. Add Rapid Tension Relief service or Total Body Stretch to your appointment to address specific areas and achieve greater “ahhh.” Add these enhancements to your massage for even more benefits. Go ahead, you deserve it.