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REMEDIAL MASSAGE

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What Is Remedial Massage?

Remedial massage is the systematic assessment and treatment of the muscles, tendons, ligaments and connective tissues of the body to assist in rehabilitation, pain and injury management.

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Remedial massage aims to reduce or eliminate pain, and restore normal function of muscles and joints. It can help increase joint mobility and flexibility, stimulate the lymphatic system and promote blood flow, particularly to injured areas.

How is Remedial Massage different to other types of massage?

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There are many different types of massage. Many are intended for relaxation purposes only, such as Swedish massage, hot stone massage etc.

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Remedial Massage focuses on assessment and treatment ,often for the purpose of relieving pain and to overcome a particular injury, postural condition or dysfunction. It can be both relaxing and therapeutic in benefits, whilst very effective in treating pain. It does not have to hurt. 

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Treatment techniques can include and is not limited to 

- TPR : trigger point therapy

- MET: muscle energy technique

- MFR: myofascial release 

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What are some benefits of Remedial Massage?

  • Release tight and sore muscles.

  • Increase joint mobility.

  • Repairing muscle tissue.

  • Reducing muscles spasms and cramps.

  • Proactively reducing the likeliness of future injury/issues.

  • Improve circulation and blood flow

  • Reduce stress hormones

  • Stimulates the lymphatic system 

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