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If you have chronic pain or nagging injuries that you suffered at work, in a car accident, or doing sports, orthopedic massage may be an appropriate treatment for you. I have found it to be a very effective treatment for tendinitis, repetitive strain injuries (RSI), thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS), carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS), and shoulder, hip, and other joint injuries. I also use it a lot - almost exclusively, in fact - to treat the tragically predictable array of problems that come with regular desk and computer work: back pain, sore shoulders, tight neck, achy/tingly wrists and hands, and headaches. Orthopedic massage is the systematic application of multiple massage modalities to address orthopedic conditions. It's a way of effectively organizing a massage treatment session that may include orthopedic assessments, Swedish massage, sports massage, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular "trigger" point technique, cross-fiber friction, and other techniques. Among the many benefits of orthopedic massage:
Orthopedic Massage CertificationI am certified in orthopedic massage by The Center for Pain Management, James Waslaski's teaching and certification organization, and I sometimes assist James in his classes. If you're interested in learning how to do orthopedic massage, check out this page that lists orthopedic massage continuing education classes. |
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