It is often successful where other forms of treatment have failed. The massage therapist needs knowledge of anatomy and physiology to determine where to treat each patient. During treatment there is tenderness in areas that are being treated, it indicates which muscles and tendons are injured. The therapist uses the patient’s feedback to pinpoint the […]
Oncology massage is a special type of massage developed specifically for cancer patients. Cancer patients have certain unique health needs which must be addressed in massage sessions to ensure that the massage is productive and not harmful to the patient. The primary concern with massaging cancer patients is that a poorly performed massage could actually […]
Neuromuscular massage is a type of soft tissue massage therapy, which aims in healing pain and disorders, by stimulating the trigger points located in the affected area. A neuromuscular massage is a form of bodywork, which is primarily focused on a specific area called trigger points, rather than massaging a large body portion. In general, […]