Massage Therapy
At Watsonia Chiropractic Centre our focus is on remedial massage, although we also offer sports, relaxation and pregnancy massage.
Remedial Massage can be an effective natural therapy as a means of treating and managing many conditions, both as a stand-alone treatment and as a complimentary treatment. Our therapists provide comprehensive remedial massage using a wide range of techniques including myofascial release, muscle energy technique, trigger point therapy, stretching and cupping techniques.
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.
Through treatment of soft tissue injuries or conditions remedial massage can be an effective treatment in reducing muscle tension and managing pain.
Benefits of Massage
Remedial Massage could assist in the treatment of a range of conditions including neck pain, shoulder pain, headaches, sports injuries and back pain. Contact us at Watsonia Chiropractic to see if massage could help you.
Some of the benefits of massage can include:
- reduced muscle tension
- increased joint mobility and flexibility
- improved recovery of soft tissue injuries
- reduce and manage pain due to soft tissue conditions
- improved circulation and stimulation of the lymphatic system
- increase relaxation and reduce stress
- increase energy and mental alertness
- reduce anxiety and depression.
Massage can promote an immediate feeling of deep relaxation and calm. Through touch massage stimulates the nervous system to release endorphins – the brain chemicals that produce feelings of wellbeing. Levels of stress hormones are also reduced, which studies indicate can impair the immune system.
Massage promotes a sense of calmness and can assist in improving sleep quality, reducing fatigue and increasing energy levels and wellbeing.