Massage Therapy
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Dynamic Integrative Health
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinic located in Fresno, CA
You have the choice between a variety of different forms of massage, all of which deliver unique benefits. When you have specific issues like back, shoulder, and neck pain, massage therapy can provide what you need. Dynamic Integrative Health in Fresno, California, offers chiropractic care and relaxing massage to bring you safe, effective pain relief that supports your healing. The doctors at Dynamic Integrative Health can help assist you with your needs, so reach out for a consultation.
Massage Therapy Q & A
What is massage therapy?
Massage therapy encompasses different techniques that manually manipulate your skin, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. There are several types of massage, but the approach most people are familiar with is called Swedish massage, which involves your massage therapist using a series of long, gentle strokes to reduce muscle tension and promote relaxation.
Another type of massage therapy is deep tissue massage, which is characterized by deep and slow strokes. The team at Dynamic Integrative Health may use massage therapy methods to treat soft tissue injuries and conditions. This allows them to apply hands-on treatment, which creates pressure in specific locations on your body.
Targeted massage can support healing in your body’s tissues, and help you decrease pain and increase mobility.
What conditions can massage therapy treat?
Massage therapy focuses on providing whole-body relaxation, and it’s a non-invasive and versatile form of pain management.
Dynamic Integrative Health uses massage to treat a wide range of conditions. If you’re dealing with a specific soft tissue issue, your provider may recommend massage therapy as a standalone treatment or as part of a treatment program. Many people pair chiropractic adjustments with massages.
Some of the conditions the team treats with massage therapy include:
- Muscle strains and sprains
- Joint pain
- Low back pain
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Sports injuries
- Overuse injuries
- Post-surgical pain or stiffness
- Whiplash
If you’re experiencing pain, achiness, or a loss of mobility in any part of your body, don’t wait to ask your provider if massage therapy can help.
What should I expect from a massage?
Because people often equate all forms of massage with the Swedish massage, many expect a feel-good experience during treatment. While your provider strives to ensure your comfort during treatment, massage therapy may require specific body manipulations or the application of pressure that feels temporarily uncomfortable.
Your provider talks you through the techniques they apply during massage therapy, so you know what to expect. They also invite you to speak up if any sensations feel too intense during your treatment.
Most patients see the best results with multiple massage therapy sessions. Your Dynamic Integrative Health provider personalizes a treatment plan for you. Over time, you should notice less pain and better flexibility after your massage treatment.
If you want more information about massage therapy, contact the Dynamic Integrative Health office to set up a consultation.
