Massage is the oldest remedy for getting rid of many diseases. Its therapeutic effect is based on the stimulation of blood circulation and metabolism, calming and relaxing effect on the nervous system.
Very effective massage effect on injured muscles and ligaments, with scoliosis and for recovery from fractures. After it, the pain passes faster and the mobility of the joints is restored.
The most common problem of our time is back pain. They affect not only the elderly, but also young people. Their main cause is a disease of the intervertebral discs, or osteochondrosis. Most often this comes from a sedentary lifestyle, stress, weakness and underdevelopment of the muscles that support the spine.
Persistent back pain can lead to depression, disruption of all organs. Therefore, you need to start fighting them as early as possible. The main treatment for all diseases of the spine is a back massage. Its therapeutic effect is due to the fact that at the same time muscle spasm is removed and weakened ligaments are strengthened. This helps to relax, and the vertebrae are not pressed against each other as much.
Therapeutic back massage stimulates blood circulation and opens the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the affected areas. It helps relieve swelling
and inflammation, reduces discomfort.
Therapeutic back massage for any localization of pain should be along the entire length of the spine. It is advisable to massage the limbs associated with the inflamed area, be sure to act on the neck and collar area in order to improve blood circulation in the brain.
Healing massage begins with stroking the entire back Then kneading and rubbing of areas with less pronounced pain occurs. Techniques such as vibration, patting, sawing are used. All movements are performed towards the lymph nodes. They need to be alternated, done without interruptions, strokes are recommended between movements.
After warming up the entire area of the back, neck and chest, you can move on to massage the areas of pain. In the acute stage, intensive exposure cannot be carried out. At
sciatica in the lumbar region well you need to massage the pelvic region and gluteal muscles.
When you start a therapeutic back massage for a person with back pain, the first session should be no more than 10 minutes. With a decrease in pain, the duration of treatment increases. Then you can work more intensively on the affected area.
Cervical massage should be more gentle. Strong pressure and kneading are excluded. Not properlythe procedure performed may cause muscle spasms and increased pain.
The movements of the massage therapist should be unsharp, calm, smooth and rhythmic. The duration of the session should not be delayed. When massaging, you should monitor how the patient feels.
You can not do a therapeutic back massage for acute inflammation, exacerbation and skin diseases. But even in the absence of back pain, it is recommended to do this procedure at least twice a year.
