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Massage Therapy at The Henderson Center

The benefits of massage are varied and far-reaching. As an accepted part of many physical rehabilitation programs, massage therapy has proven to be beneficial for many conditions, both chronic and acute. These conditions include low back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, immunity suppression, muscle or joint pain, infertility, smoking cessation, depression, and more. Massage also helps relieve the stress and tension of everyday living that can lead to disease and illness.

So What Is It Exactly?
Massage, bodywork and somatic therapies are defined as the application of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissues of the human body.

The techniques may include, but are not limited to, stroking, kneading, tapping, compression, vibration, rocking, friction, and pressure to the muscular structure or soft tissues of the human body. This may also include non-forceful passive or active movement and/or application of techniques intended to affect the energetic systems of the body. The use of oils or lotions may also be included to reduce friction on the skin.

Physical Benefits of Therapeutic Massage

Helps relieve stress and aids relaxation
Helps relieve muscle tension and stiffness
Alleviates discomfort during pregnancy
Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments
Reduces pain and swelling
Reduces formation of excessive scar tissue
Reduces muscle spasms
Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion
Improves circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids
Reduces blood pressure
Promotes deeper and easier breathing
Helps relieve headaches and effects of eye-strain
Improves posture
Strengthens the immune system
Treats musculoskeletal problems
Assists with post operative rehabilitation
Rehabilitation after injury - work or activity related

In professional settings, massage involves the client being treated while lying on a massage table, or sitting in a massage chair. The massage subject may be fully or partly unclothed. Parts of the body may be covered with towels or sheets.

Types of Massage offered in Our Office

Deep Tissue massage
Hot Stone massage
Medical massage
Myofascial release
Reflexology massage
Shiatsu
Sports massage
Swedish massage
Trigger point therapy

Will My Insurance Cover It?
The services of a bodywork professional may be covered by health insurance when prescribed by the chiropractor in our office. Therapies provided as part of a prescribed treatment by a physician or registered physical therapist are often covered. You can consult our insurance page to see a non-exhaustive list of coverages that we accept.