Prescription for Health
Medical massage is practiced by massage therapists whose work is guided by prescriptions provided by physicians and chiropractors. The directed course of treatment makes use of specific techniques for treating injuries and illnesses, in addition to facilitating physical rehabilitation. Medical massage utilizes the basic strokes of Swedish massage in specialized techniques that are intended to achieve precise physiological results. Those who practice medical massage are particularly informed about contraindications to massage and about the course of disease processes. In addition, they must be familiar with other medical treatments to be aware of possible side effects. Thus, medical massage therapists work in conjunction with primary health practitioners to provide optimum treatment.
Medical massage is just one way your physical therapist can help you after injury or surgery to manage musculoskeletal pain, regain lost flexibility, strength, and range of motion, and more. Your physical therapist, on your doctor’s referral, will plan a program of therapy tailored to your particular needs and ability level. When your physician refers you for physical rehabilitation, please call us.
P.S. Medical massage is generally shorter in length and more focused than a full-body Swedish massage.
