Important: You do not have to walk around in pain! Research has proven that therapeutic massage is effective in the reduction of muscle pain. Ask anyone who receives massages as part of their pain relief program. MASSAGE WORKS!! Isn't it worth a try?
MEDICAL MASSAGE In addition to the study of Swedish and Eastern Techniques, N.Y.S Massage Therapists are required to study Medical Massage techniques.
Medical Massage is the term used when the primary focus of the session is rehabilitation of soft tissue after an injury. Various techniques are used to reduce adhesive scar tissue, relax tight and painful muscles and release trigger points.
A doctor's note may be required after certain injuries.
******************************************************** Medical Massage is helpful in the treatment of:
Fibromyalgia Arthritis Headaches Carpel Tunnel Syndrome Prenatal Discomforts Anxiety/Depression Muscle Aches and Pains Disc Injury Related Pain Back Strain (pulled muscle) Sciatic Nerve Related Pain Recovery from an Injury Insomnia Edema (swelling of limbs) TMJ Pain Associated with Disc Dysfunction Central Nervous System Disorders Many other Pathologies *********************************************
Health Insurance: At this time I do not know of any Health Insurance Policies that cover massage by an L.M.T. in upstate N.Y. If you discover that your insurance does cover massage by a therapist, please let me know.
********************************* Cherie Faour, New York State Licensed Massage Therapist Dutchess County- Poughkeepsie
