Benefits of Back Massage Therapy

Chronic back pain, most commonly lower back pain, is one of the most common complaints

among adults and as the popularity grows throughout the world for alternative treatments

and therapies, Back Massage Therapy has emerged as a favourite treatment of choice in

trying to attain chronic back pain relief.Back massage therapy offers numerous benefits. While general massage is well known to stimulate blood flow to the muscles and provide relaxation and a pleasurable experience, it does not necessarily provide the therapeutic value required to provide chronic back pain relief sought by sufferers of the condition. Back massage therapy by a specialist however can bring about significant relief within weeks, when therapeutic back massage techniques are applied to combat both lower and upper back pain.The positive results from back massage therapy can be multiplied when combined with complimentary treatments such as Chiropractic, Physical Therapy or even Acupuncture. A multi discipline approach will work best when the therapists communicate with each other and 'design' a program of complimentary treatments to achieve chronic back pain relief through a synergistic approach. Results can again be significantly improved with the patient taking personal responsibility and being proactive in achieving chronic back pain relief. This can be done with simple measures such as an improved diet, gentle exercise and stretching.

Benefits of Back Massage Therapy

• Massaging causes the muscles to become more relaxed which in turn increases their range

of motion. This is an enormous benefit when tension of the muscles causes a restriction in

movement. Relaxed muscles also help to reduce insomnia.

• Improved blood supply to the muscles assists with the recovery of muscular soreness from

physical activity.

• Massage increases endorphin levels in the body. This is highly beneficial as endorphins are

the 'feel good' chemicals produced naturally by our bodies. Heightened endorphin levels

assist in dealing with chronic back pain.

Massage therpy is located at Family First Chiropractic and Wellness, 142 Erickson Drive, Red Deer
www.family1stchiro.ca
403-347-3261