Health care has included massage therapy for thousands of years. Human structure and conditions, like musculoskeletal injuries, pregnancies, stress, and disease, are affected by muscle tone and conditioning.

Studies have indicated that consistently applied force on injured muscles squeezes inflammation-causing cells from the muscles. The results of the controlled circumstances in the studies showed muscle regeneration and reduced tissue scarring were significant.

There are many techniques for massage therapy. When a medical professional provides a diagnosis for their patient, the therapist can use the appropriate massage technique to support the recommended rehabilitation path.

Examples of conditions could be Runner’s Knee, torn rotator cuffs, whiplash, sciatica, sports injuries, automobile accident injuries, or work-related injuries.

Another factor in determining the type of massage therapy applied would be a patient’s medical conditions. Knowing if a patient has heart or blood pressure issues, anxiety, depression, or previous injuries is all pertinent information for treatment.

Swedish Massage

Swedish massage can help release muscle knots. It uses a combination of kneading, flowing strokes in the direction of the heart, passive joint movement, and circular motions.

Swedish massage can be a supportive treatment for low back, neck, and shoulder injuries. Studies indicate the relief may be temporary but effective when combined with exercise.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage uses more pressure than Swedish massage. The massage therapist will use deep finger pressure to relieve tension in the connective tissue and the deepest layers of muscle.

Research on Deep Tissue massage suggests the technique may help with recovery by improving circulation to reduce swelling, reduce the buildup of fluid around the injury, improve the range of motion and reduce pain and stiffness in the affected joints.

Sports Massage

Massage therapists apply sports massage to the entire body or injured area. The therapist may use different pressures or strokes depending on the injury and limb stretching techniques.

Limb stretching during sports massage can be beneficial to increase flexibility and range of motion of the joints. Sports massage can lower an athlete’s stress levels, increase blood flow and relieve muscle tension. All these factors lead to improved injury rehabilitation.

Reflexology and Shiatsu Massage

Massage therapists use Reflexology and Shiatsu to relax or restore energy levels. The therapist will apply firm pressure on different pressure points on the hands, feet, and ears in Reflexology, and Shiatsu works the whole body.

These two forms of massage can improve a person’s recovery from injury by affecting their internal energy system. There is limited research, but studies have found that shiatsu massage can complement standard injury treatment for low back pain.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a gentle massage to move lymphatic fluids through the body.  Because it removes toxins and improves circulation, lymphatic drainage massage can be helpful in the healing process of many conditions.

Rehabilitation specialists often use Ice, compression, and elevation, which are effective therapies, but manual lymphatic drainage promotes more effective edema reduction after an injury.

Massage therapy has its place in the world of injury rehabilitation. Assembling an appropriate team of health and wellness providers can and will provide the best possible treatments for each individual, and remaining open to the possibilities can be life-altering for them.

Everett, Washington Massage Therapy for Injury Rehab

Our clinic specializes in work and auto injury rehab. Our goal is to get you back to feeling normal again! If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please call 425-347-8614.

From Acute Sports Injuries to Chronic Conditions

The knee is a complex joint that combines bones, cartilage, muscles, and connective tissues, all of which must withstand the daily stresses of supporting your weight as you move. This proposition becomes even more difficult if you play sports that require lots of running, jumping and pivoting. High-impact sports and personal injuries can pose even more danger to the knee, especially while your weight is planted on it, possibly causing acute injuries such as a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament.

But not all knee pain occurs so suddenly or dramatically. For example, runner’s knee (patellofemoral tracking syndrome) may sneak up on you, with a misaligned kneecap irritating the underlying bones to produce ever-worsening pain. This problem may even have its origins, not in a knee abnormality or injury, but in longstanding alignment problems that have thrown your stance and gait off-balance. Years of uneven weight distribution can also place the knee’s muscles and connective tissues under constant strain, creating pain and increasing your injury risk. It can even contribute to premature joint wear, causing or aggravating osteoarthritis of the knee joint.

Chiropractic Care, Physical Therapy, and Injury Rehabilitation

Fortunately, Everett Spine & Rehab has all-natural answers to many kinds of knee issues. Our chiropractic and physical rehabilitation team can identify, not just the injury itself, but also the underlying factors behind its cause. If your alignment is off, chiropractic adjustments in the spine and/or the knee itself can help restore healthy joint function and prevent strain. Physical therapy can help you rehabilitate knee tissues damaged by a sports injury or personal injury, while also strengthening the knee joint against future mishaps. We can even provide massage therapy and acupuncture to ease pain and accelerate healing without drugs.

Schedule an Appointment with your Everett Chiropractor

Don’t let knee pain get you down. You’ll find safe, effective, natural solutions to relieve, manage and prevent knee pain at Everett Spine & Rehab — and if you’re new to our clinic, the fact that you can schedule a free consultation with us will make your experience even more painless. Call (425) 347-8614 today to schedule the knee pain treatment you need!