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Lubbock's highly rated massage center At the University of Miami School of Medicine's Touch Research Institute, 55 studies on touch, the majority on massage therapy have been published or are under way. And, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) ‹ the government agency that oversees and conducts medical research in the United States, opened an Office of Alternative Medicine in 1992, which has funded several studies on the benefits of massage. More research is under way. Among research findings so far:
Whether seeking relief for a medical condition, searching for a method to help deal with the stresses of daily life or wanting to maintain good health, more and more Americans are turning to therapeutic massage. Massage doesn't just feel good, research shows it reduces the heart rate, lowers blood pressure, increases blood circulation and lymph flow, relaxes muscles, improves range of motion, and increases endorphins, the body's natural painkillers. Therapeutic massage enhances medical treatment and helps people feel less anxious and stressed, relaxed yet more alert. A national survey conducted by the State University of New York at Syracuse found 54 percent of primary care physicians and family practitioners said they would encourage their patients to pursue massage therapy as a treatment, and a third of those said they are willing to refer patients to a massage therapist. A study in 1994 at the Middlesex
Hospital, London, of 100 patients recovering from cardiac surgery,
revealed that a 20 minute foot massage lowered anxiety rates, decreased
pain, and reduced tension. Massage is a great way to improve the
physical and emotional well-being of cancer patients. Reducing pain,
nausea and tension, less anxious, more relaxed, and were more mobile
after receiving massages. I believe that massage should be part of every
health care program, irrespective of the disease in order to help
improve the quality of life.
There also is a growing trend of offering therapeutic massage in the workplace. Your employer may be among those who have learned that massage therapy isn't just a perk, but actually increases employee productivity and morale. According to a 1996 survey of employees who regularly receive therapeutic massage on-site at Reebok International Ltd., 98 percent said it helped them reduce work-related stress; 92 percent said it increased alertness, motivation and productivity; 83 percent said it had in some cases sufficiently addressed a problem so medical attention was not necessary; and 66 percent said it had enabled them to stay at work when they would have otherwise gone home sick. Health insurance companies and HMOs, realizing the cost savings of therapeutic massage, are increasingly covering or reimbursing massage when it is prescribed or provided by authorized professionals. Therapeutic massage involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body to prevent and alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasm, and stress; and, to promote health and wellness. AMTA defines massage therapy as a profession in which the practitioner applies manual techniques, and may apply adjunctive therapies, with the intention of positively affecting the health and well-being of the client. Massage therapy improves functioning of the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems and may improve the rate at which the body recovers from injury and illness. Massage involves holding, causing movement of soft tissue, and/or applying pressure to the body. It comes in many forms, including:
People find that therapeutic massage can help with a wide range of medical conditions, including:
Although massage therapy does not increase muscle strength, it can stimulate weak, inactive muscles and, thus, partially compensate for the lack of exercise and inactivity resulting from illness or injury. It also can hasten and lead to a more complete recovery from exercise or injury. Therapeutic massage can be inappropriate in some cases, such as in people with:
If you have one of these or some other diagnosed medical condition, always check with your doctor before seeking a massage. Research on the effects of massage therapy has been ongoing for more than 120 years. A surge in research over the past 20 years has resulted in more than 100 published studies. Schedule
your appointment today Types
of Payments Accepted What's better than giving your LOVE roses - Of course - A relaxing Swedish Massage by BYI Massage. Giving a gift certificate for a One Hour Swedish Massage from BYI Massage is the ultimate way to show that you care! To Our Patients, Their Families And Friends: Our office takes great pride in providing the best care available for your referrals to our office.
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