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Remedial massage is one of the most effective and readily available ways to
prevent and treat muscle injuries, pain and soreness.

Remedial massage is based on the fact that soft tissue (muscles, tendons,
ligaments and fascia) respond to touch. Most pain is myofascial (soft tissue)
in origin. Trigger points sensitive points in muscles, which radiate or refer
pain to various parts of the body) can mimic many conditions. Muscles not
only move our joints, they stabilise them, and they provide armour for the
internal organs, minor problems with these functions cause more pain than
most people realise. Most headaches originate in the muscles of the neck
and head. Much of the pain of such conditions as angina comes from the
hypercontraction of the chest muscles. Much abdominal and pelvic pain can
be caused by trigger points in the abdominal and pelvic muscles. Low
back pain and sciatic pain are far more likely to originate in muscles than in
vertebral disc problems.

Although many clients who consult a remedial massage therapist have pain
as a result of specific injuries (whiplash, falls, sports injuries, etc.), RSI
repetitive strain injuries) and other work-related problems, the vast majority
originates in postural (structural) alignment problems that sometimes go back
to childhood and adolescence.

Many remedial massage therapists have attained additional training, which
usually includes more in-depth study and qualifications in anatomy and
physiology. This extra knowledge and understanding will enable the massage
therapist to carry out an assessment and provide appropriate treatment for
a wide variety of conditions. It is always advisable to consult a doctor before
receiving a massage for specific conditions which may not be related to soft
tissue.

Treatment employs massage techniques designed to treat both deep and
superficial tissues, not dissimilar to those used in sports massage. The
remedial massage therapist uses skilled manipulation combined with in-depth
knowledge of anatomy and physiology to bring about pain relief, correcting
and normalising the body’s muscles and soft tissues.

 

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