MASSAGE
Massage therapy, including techniques like deep tissue massage, is a manual therapy technique that involves the application of sustained pressure and deep, slow strokes to target the inner layers of muscles and connective tissues.
Clinical trials and research studies have shown that deep tissue massage may offer several benefits, including:
Pain Relief: Deep tissue massage can help alleviate chronic muscular pain and discomfort, including pain related to conditions such as fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis, and chronic low back pain.
Muscle Relaxation: By targeting deep layers of muscle tissue, deep tissue massage promotes relaxation and reduces muscle stiffness and tension.
Improved Mobility: Deep tissue massage can help improve flexibility and range of motion by releasing tightness in muscles and increasing blood flow to the tissues.
Stress Reduction: Massage therapy, including deep tissue massage, has been shown to reduce stress hormones such as cortisol and promote feelings of relaxation and well-being.
Enhanced Recovery: Athletes and individuals recovering from injuries or intense workouts may benefit from deep tissue massage to aid in muscle recovery, reduce soreness, and prevent injury.
Numerous clinical trials and research studies have investigated the effectiveness of massage therapy, including deep tissue massage, for various conditions. For example:
A study published in 2023 found that massage therapy, including deep tissue massage, improved neck range of motion (ROM), pain, disability and quality of life in patients with Myofacial pain syndrome.
Research published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine in 2019 showed that deep tissue massage was effective in reducing pain and improving mobility in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee.
References:
Bingölbali, Ö., Taşkaya, C., Alkan, H., & Altındağ, Ö. (2023). The effectiveness of deep tissue massage on pain, trigger point, disability, range of motion and quality of life in individuals with myofascial pain syndrome. Somatosensory & Motor Research, 41(1), 11–17.
Perlman A, Fogerite SG, Glass O, et al. Efficacy and safety of massage for osteoarthritis of the knee: a randomized clinical trial. J Gen Intern Med 2019