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Massage & Bodywork
Massage & Bodywork
Massage
Massage Therapy is a system of structured palpation or movement of the soft tissue of the body. The massage system may include, but is not limited to, such techniques as, stroking, kneading, gliding, percussion, friction, vibration, compression, passive or active stretching within the normal anatomical range of movement; effleurage (either firm or light soothing, stroking movement, without dragging the skin, using either padded parts of fingertips or palms); petrissage (lifting or picking up muscles and rolling the folds of skin); or tapotement (striking with the side of the hand, usually with partly flexed fingers, rhythmic movements with fingers or short rapid movements of sides of the hand). These techniques may be applied with or without the aid of lubricants, salt or herbal preparations, hydromassage, thermal massage or a massage device that mimics or enhances the actions possible by human hands. The purpose of the practice of massage is to enhance the general health and well-being of the recipient. Massage does not include the diagnosis of a specific pathology, the prescription of drugs or controlled substances, spinal manipulation or those acts of physical therapy that are outside the scope of massage therapy.
Craniosacral
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, noninvasive method of evaluating and enhancing the function of a physiological body arrangement called the craniosacral system. Developed by John E. Upledger, DO, OMM, this manual therapy enhances the body’s natural healing processes and has proven effective in treating a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction. The roots of this therapy are in cranial osteopathy, developed by Dr. William G. Sutherland.
The craniosacral system consists of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. It extends from the bones of the skull, face, and mouth—which make up the cranium—down to the sacrum or tailbone. Since this system influences the development and function of the brain and spinal cord, any imbalance or dysfunction in the craniosacral system could cause sensory, motor, or neurological disabilities. These problems may include chronic pain, eye difficulties, scoliosis, motor-coordination impairments, learning disabilities, and other dysfunctions of the central nervous system.
Craniosacral therapy encourages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, dissipate the negative effects of stress, and enhance health and resistance to disease.
The craniosacral therapy practitioner uses a light touch to assist the natural movement of fluid within the craniosacral system. Therapists generally use only five grams of pressure, roughly the weight of a nickel, to test for restrictions in various parts of the craniosacral system. It’s often possible for the evaluation alone to remove the restriction and allow the system to correct itself.
Trigger Point
Trigger Point Therapy is a noninvasive therapeutic modality for the relief and control of myofascial pain and dysfunction. The goal of treatment is the clients recovery from or a significant reduction in myofascial pain. The treatment goal is achieved through a systematized approach. Treatment consists of trigger point compression, myomassage, passive stretching, and a regime of corrective exercises. Success may be measured subjectively by the level of pain reduction experienced by the client and objectively through increased range of motion, strength, endurance, and other measures of improved function. Trigger point myotherapy relies heavily on client-therapist interaction, including verbal and nonverbal elements. The myotherapist encourages the client to be personally responsible for their improvement, with attention to such factors as nutritional intake, stress, proper exercises, mechanical abnormalities, and other physical components. These elements protect the client from delayed diagnosis, delayed treatment, or contraindicated treatment, which are the concerns of
Pregnancy
When performed by a trained perinatal specialist, many methods of massage and somatic therapies are both effective and safe prenatally and during labor and postpartum periods of women’s pregnancies.
Prenatally, specific techniques can reduce pregnancy discomforts and concerns and enhance the physiological and emotional well-being of both mother and baby. Skilled, appropriate touch facilitates labor, shortening labor times and easing pain and anxiety.
In the postpartum period, specialized techniques re-balance structure, physiology, and emotions of the new mother and may help her to bond with and care for her infant.
Specialized, advanced training in the anatomy, physiology, complications, precautions, and contraindications is highly recommended, and many practitioners require referrals from physicians prior to therapy.
I mostly do side lying massage for when the mom isn’t comfortable faced down.
Auriculotherapy
Auriculotherapy is the stimulation of specific points on the ear, which is believed to be a microsystem of the entire body. Small black seeds from the vaccaria plant or small metal beads or pellets are secured on the ear with a piece of adhesive tape over specific acupressure points. The continuous mild pressure they exert is amplified by stimulating the seed or pellet with a few seconds of fingertip massage every few hours. Ear seeds are non-invasive, meaning, unlike needles or tracks, they are affixed on the surface of the ear and do not puncture the skin. This can be an added service or stand alone.
There are so many reasons why we should get massages, but sometimes the massage can cause more harm then good.
There are so many reasons why we should get massages, but sometimes the massage can cause more harm then good. I am specifically talking about using massage techniques. Some of these conditions could benefit from other techniques such as Craniosacral or Auriculotherapy.
Contraindicated: when a massage should NOT be performed.
Local areas. This is when a massage can be done on someone excluding the affected areas:
Varicose veins
Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
Bruising, Cuts and/or Abrasions
Sunburn and burns
Undiagnosed pain
Inflammation, including arthritis
Some areas during pregnancy
Complete Contraindicated. Massage done under this category can cause symptoms to increase. The massage should not be done on anyone that is experiencing the following:
-Fever
-Contagious diseases, including any cold or flu, no matter how mild it may seem
- Under the influence of drugs or alcohol-including prescription pain medication
-Recent operations or acute injuries
-Neuritis
-Skin diseases
Medical Prescription. These issues may need to be discussed with your doctor. Massage can definitely be helpful in these cases but you should bring in a not or Rx to your appointment if you have these ailments:
-Cardio-vascular conditions (thrombosis, phlebitis, hypertension, heart conditions)
-Any condition already being treated by a medical practitioner
-Edema
-Psoriasis or eczema
-High blood pressure
-Osteoporosis
-Cancer
-Nervous or psychotic conditions
-Heart problems, angina, those with pacemakers
-Epilepsy
-Diabetes
-Bell’s palsy, trapped or pinched nerves
-Gynecological infections