Massage therapy is usually associated with spas and resorts. People envision relaxing beach side on a massage table, near palm trees, or in a salt spa with aromas of lavender and citrus. But massage therapy is more than just relaxation or pampering. It has real medical benefits for patients of all ages.
Skilled manipulation of the skin, muscles and ligaments reduces inflammation and pain, and increases blood circulation and mobility. Athletes with sports injuries, patients recovering from surgery or joint replacement, and people who suffer from digestive disorders can all benefit from medical massage. A qualified massage and bodywork professional can reduce scar tissue, nerve pain, and edema.
If you are thinking about massage, you will want to ensure that you hire a qualified and skilled massage therapist that can help address your specific condition. Make sure you choose a licensed professional who is properly insured. A qualified therapist should actively listen to your needs, assess your condition, and be responsive to your questions. A massage may not always be comfortable, especially if you have been injured or if you suffer from a painful condition, but you should not be afraid to speak up if the therapist is causing you pain.
At Sage Pain & Recovery, we have three excellent massage and bodywork professionals from which you can choose. Jennifer Dunn is an extremely qualified therapist with more than 18 years of experience. She specializes in prenatal care, trigger point, and deep tissue massage. Charles Fice specializes in lymphatic and myofascial massage. He is able to treat individuals recovering from surgical procedures and joint replacement, or who have other conditions causing edema or swelling. Steven Gaudet focuses his practice on athletic injuries, and chronic or acute pain.
You can read more about our professionals here. Please call our office to make an appointment (919) 891-9991, or use our online booking system.
