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Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including, muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments and joints. Massage Therapy is a clinically-oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions. Massage Therapy is effective in controlling chronic and acute pain, reducing stress, and creating a sense of relaxation and well being. It is proven to provide relief for a variety of problems, including lower back pain, tendonitis, sprains, strains, carpal tunnel syndrome, jaw pain, migraine, muscle tension headaches, whiplash, and neck and shoulder tension.

My Massage Therapy, dedication, professionalism and compassionate care are of the utmost importance. I am trained in the latest massage techniques to provide you with a treatment plan tailored to suit your needs.

 

Massage therapists typically do the following:

• Talk with clients about symptoms, medical history, and desired results

• Evaluate clients to locate painful or tense areas of the body

• Manipulate muscles or other soft tissues of the body

• Provide clients with guidance on stretching, strengthening, overall relaxation, and how to improve their posture

• Document client’s condition and progress

 

Massage therapists use touch to treat clients’ injuries and to promote general wellness. They use their hands, fingers, forearms, elbows, and sometimes feet to knead muscles and soft tissues of the body.

Massage therapists may use lotions and oils and massage tables or chairs, when treating a client. A massage can be as short as 5–10 minutes or could last more than an hour.

Therapists talk with clients about what they hope to achieve through massage. Some massage therapists suggest personalized treatment plans for their clients. They also may offer clients information about additional relaxation techniques to practice between sessions. 

Massage therapists can specialize in many different types of massage, called modalities. Swedish massage, deep-tissue massage, and sports massage are just a few of the many modalities of massage therapy. Most massage therapists specialize in several modalities, which require different techniques.

Usually, the type of massage given depends on the client’s needs and physical condition. For example, therapists may use a special technique for elderly clients that they would not use for athletes. Some forms of massage are given solely to one type of client; for example, prenatal massage is given to pregnant women.

Massage therapists who are self-employed may need to do business-related tasks such as marketing and maintaining financial records. They also may have to buy supplies and do laundry.