The importance of therapeutic massages for good health

While many people view massage as a luxury for relaxation or a temporary escape, its true value extends far beyond mere indulgence. Research from reputable institutions like the Touch Research Institute (T.R.I.) highlights the profound impact of therapeutic massage on overall health. These massages are not only beneficial for treating existing physical discomforts or health issues but also serve as powerful preventative tools. By incorporating regular therapeutic massage into your wellness routine, you can reduce the risk of chronic illnesses, alleviate inflammation, and maintain long-term bodily health. Understanding the significance of therapeutic massage empowers you to choose the right treatments for your specific needs, promoting both physical and mental well-being.

On this occasion, we will only list some of the most important benefits of therapeutic massages.

Effects of analgesic action for chronic pain.

The liberation of muscular tension or of some nerves produces a severe liberation of chemical reactions and good circulation. In this type of therapeutic action, it is important to know the physical health of the patient, and according to their condition, to exert different degrees of pressure to help oxygenate the damaged muscles.

Muscle recovery

This type of therapeutic action is usually performed in patients with chronic diseases such as “diabetes“. The most important parts of the body where the therapeutic massage should be performed are:

– The feet
– The arms
– The column
– To the abdomen.

Muscle recovery is not only efficient in patients with chronic ailments. It is also highly recommended for sportspeople, athletes, and people who are subjected to great work pressures.

Elastic tension of the body.

In recent years, the quality of work of every person has been subject to great pressures of work, and of course, the human body is not an infallible machine. You always need a good rest, and what better if you receive a general massage that releases the elastic tension of the body?
It is also important to know that points of the body are always subjected to inadequate pressure or incorrect postures, whether at work or in sport.

Types of therapeutic massages recommended according to the patient’s requirements

There are many ways to perform a certain therapeutic massage, depending on the area of the body to be treated and the health of the patient. Since the same methods will not be used in patients with medical treatments, and sports patients who need more pressure rubbing during the massage.

Pétrissage, kneading of the soft muscles of the body

It is a special massage during which the soft tissues are squeezed energetically, sliding and lifting all the surrounding muscular tissues to the treatment point, as if trying to detach the surface from the deep tissues.
During this massage, the muscles are moved in the direction of the fibers, also moving all the internal liquids that surround the muscle.

It can be done with kneading movements and transverse movements. To carry out this maneuver, the hands will hold the area to be treated firmly.

The pretissage presents variations in your application form and intensity. Among its most common effects, we have:

1. Superficial kneading
– Removal of debris
– Nourishes the muscle
– Muscle relaxation

2. Deep kneading
– Removal of debris
– Nourishes the muscle
– Increased muscle contraction capacity
– Defibrosing action

Effleurage Effects

This type of massage is the one that presents the greatest number of variations, according to the requirements and intensity.
Among the best-known types are:
1. Superficial friction

– Hyperemia.
– Skin regeneration.
– Decreased excitability of nerve endings.

2. Deep rubbing

– Decontracting action
– Increased blood and lymphatic circulation.

Friction.

They are made by means of small circular movements, precise, plus a controlled pressure on the point to treat. It
is generally performed with the pulp of the fingers, which mobilizes the surface of the skin and muscles, one on top of the other. They are generally used for joint massage. This massage will be as broad as the laxity of the subcutaneous tissue (soft) allows it, and the patient accepts or tolerates friction.

The importance of therapeutic massage not only lies in the importance of freeing strategic points of the body but also in the pleasant handling of techniques, aromas, and oils that help the patient enjoy a good time.

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