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Medical / Therapeutic Massage

Medical Massage refers to the treatment of the pre and post operative patient or with a specific health problem where only that specific area would be treated.

Therapeutic Massage is an important component to your health maintenance and wellness plan.

This type of massage is an age-old remedy and health practice. It is found in all mayor civilizations past and present. From the ancient Greek and Roman baths to modern day spas, massage has been recognized for its health enhancing effects. This hands-on therapy soothes aches and pains and facilitates the body’s own healing powers. From infancy to old age, massage has been found to enhance general health and wellbeing. Therapeutic massage has many applications and variations. Because it is used for health promotion as well as for its curative aspect, it can truthfully be said “if you have a body, you can benefit from therapeutic massage”.

Many therapeutic effects of massage have been recognized and supported by scientific research. In addition to the commonly known benefits of relaxation, improved circulation and relief of muscle tension are mental and emotional wellbeing and improved immune system functioning:

• It can help tension headaches
• Recovery from strenuous physical exertion,
• Relieves anxiety by triggering relaxation response
• Helps with sleep disorders
• Enhances tissue elasticity and joint flexibility
• Improved nerve function
• Decreased chronic pain
• Eases fibromyalgia symptoms
• Arthritis symptoms often disappear
• Reduces strain from car accidents
• Helps neck and shoulder tension
• Helps relieve low back pain
• Promotes healthy skin
• Normalizes blocked energy, restores feeling of well-being, helps with orthopedic challenges
• Compliments chiropractic, psychotherapy, and physical an occupational therapy.

Methods of Treatment

For oil or lotion massage the client undresses and is properly draped. Different hands-on techniques are chosen to meet individual needs. These techniques may change from time to time. Far-reaching changes can occur from strong pressure to very light touch. For certain treatments the client remains fully dressed. Each treatment includes a consultation and assessment.

Advanced Manual Therapies · Lee Medical Building, Suite 616 · 1805 Monument Ave. · Richmond, VA 23220 ·
Phone 804.986.1723


Home Contact Consultation and Assessment Yoga Lymph Massage Biovalent Systems Bone Energy Balancing CranioSacral Therapy Integrative Manual Therapy Theraputic/ Medical Massage Quantum Manual Therapy Somato Emotional Therapy Ionic Foot Spa Articles About the therapist Getting Here
	Medical / Therapeutic Massage Medical Massage refers to the treatment of the pre and post operative patient or with a specific health problem where only that specific area would be treated. Therapeutic Massage is an important component to your health maintenance and wellness plan. This type of massage is an age-old remedy and health practice. It is found in all mayor civilizations past and present. From the ancient Greek and Roman baths to modern day spas, massage has been recognized for its health enhancing effects. This hands-on therapy soothes aches and pains and facilitates the body’s own healing powers. From infancy to old age, massage has been found to enhance general health and wellbeing. Therapeutic massage has many applications and variations. Because it is used for health promotion as well as for its curative aspect, it can truthfully be said “if you have a body, you can benefit from therapeutic massage”. Many therapeutic effects of massage have been recognized and supported by scientific research. In addition to the commonly known benefits of relaxation, improved circulation and relief of muscle tension are mental and emotional wellbeing and improved immune system functioning: • It can help tension headaches • Recovery from strenuous physical exertion, • Relieves anxiety by triggering relaxation response • Helps with sleep disorders • Enhances tissue elasticity and joint flexibility • Improved nerve function • Decreased chronic pain • Eases fibromyalgia symptoms • Arthritis symptoms often disappear • Reduces strain from car accidents • Helps neck and shoulder tension • Helps relieve low back pain • Promotes healthy skin • Normalizes blocked energy, restores feeling of well-being, helps with orthopedic challenges • Compliments chiropractic, psychotherapy, and physical an occupational therapy. Methods of Treatment For oil or lotion massage the client undresses and is properly draped. Different hands-on techniques are chosen to meet individual needs. These techniques may change from time to time. Far-reaching changes can occur from strong pressure to very light touch. For certain treatments the client remains fully dressed. Each treatment includes a consultation and assessment.
Advanced Manual Therapies · Lee Medical Building, Suite 616 · 1805 Monument Ave. · Richmond, VA 23220 · Phone 804.986.1723