Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy for Lower Back Pain

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:07:35 -0800

More Low Back Pain Info:

Low Back Pain Causes

Low Back Pain Symptoms and Treatments

Low Back Pain Info

Mattresses for Back Pain

“Oh, my back still hurts,” Jim groaned as he sat on the bed and bent over to pick up his shoe.

Massage Chairs for Pain Relief

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:07:35 -0800

A good massage can do wonders for relieving tension and back pain, but a therapeutic massage is not always convenient or available. While it is still best to get a massage from a licensed massage therapist, an electronic substitute is now also available that may provide some of the benefits of the human touch—the massage chair.

Most believe massage chairs are a luxury item. A massage chair is certainly not necessary for every day living, or for relieving back pain and neck pain. However, for some, the benefits that a massage chair can bring may outweigh the price.

Massage Therapy Considerations for Lower Back Pain

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:07:35 -0800

The muscle spasm should relax in response to the pressure applied by the massage therapist. If the muscle does not relax in response to the pressure, there is usually inflammation present. Massage is not the best treatment option for inflamed muscles, and patients should consult their doctor for treatment for the inflammation.

Neuromuscular Massage Therapy

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:07:35 -0800

The most effective type of massage therapy for lower back pain is neuromuscular therapy. Neuromuscular therapy is also called trigger point myotherapy. The American Academy of Pain Management recognizes this form of massage therapy as an effective treatment for back pain caused by soft tissue injury (such as a muscle strain).

Choosing a Massage Chair

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:07:35 -0800

Information about massage chairs

There are no definitive data stating which massage chair is necessarily better than the next at reducing back pain. In addition, there is no standard price level for massage chairs. Their prices tend to range from 800 to 4,000 dollars. Although a higher price usually correlates with a higher quality, with massage chairs this is not always the case. Recently new lines of similar, if not better models have emerged at significantly lower prices than past models.

Can Massage Help Your Back Problem?

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:07:35 -0800

For most of us, the answer is probably 'yes', since massage is non-invasive and considered very low risk for most people. In addition to physical benefits, certain types of massage have been shown to help psychologically via relaxation and increased production of 'feel good' chemicals that the body naturally produces (endorphins)--helpful for people with both acute back problems and chronic back pain. This newsletter describes why massage may be right for you.

Benefits of a Massage Chair

spine-health — Tue, 11 Dec 2007 23:07:35 -0800

History of massage chairs

The massage chair was first introduced to the consumer market in the late 1980's. Intended to emulate the motions and techniques of an actual masseuse, the goal of the massage chair was to relieve stress, tension, and alleviate back pain. Although massage chairs were initially slow to catch on, after a decade or so, interest in the technology increased, spurring competitors to strive for the most effective models.