Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic massage is a general term that describes any type of massage modality that helps relieve pain, reduce stress, and work on a specific problem—such as a frozen shoulder. People tend to assume therapeutic massage means deep tissue massage, and that they will get a very strong massage. But this is not always the case. Deep tissue massage is great at breaking down scar tissue and getting your blood circulating, but it may not be what you need on a particular day. A good therapist will apply the specific techniques and the right amount of pressure to address your need, and sometimes that’s a lighter touch.
This treatment will center around the stretching and manipulation of the muscles to focus on healing an ailment. If you suffer from sore muscles or the feeling of knots in your back, therapeutic massage techniques specifically target this discomfort to restore your body back to a tension-free state. Most therapeutic massages are performed in a clinical setting rather than at a spa, unlike relaxation massages. The goal of a therapeutic massage is to treat a health issue, rather than simply helping you to relax. Many people describe therapeutic massages as uncomfortable but a “good pain” that helps relieve the ailment they are suffering from. You may experience tenderness as your therapist works through your tissue. They may also use different techniques depending on their experience and training. They may incorporate some aspects of deep tissue massage, trigger point work, and passive or resistive stretching techniques.
Therapeutic massage not only helps you relax, it also helps remove toxins from your tissues, relieve pain, increase flexibility and calm your mind. At Area Massage Spa, our mission is to help you achieve and maintain a balanced, healthy state. The goal is to assist the client’s body to awake its ability to heal itself.
**Very important, always consult your Doctor before adding any new therapy to your routine, especially if you have any underlying health conditions.
