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Posted on: December 12, 2014

Massage therapy is recognized as a useful adjunct in the treatment of many different kinds of chronic pain. It is noninvasive and safe for almost everyone. It can be done in a physician's or chiropractic office or as an add-on treatment with physical therapy. A trained massage therapist who can provide an accurate massage client evaluation is a valuable addition to a pain treatment team. There are many different types of massage therapy and each works in different ways and can be used to treat different kinds of pain. Numerous kinds of back and neck pain are responsive to massage. Muscle strain in the upper back and neck area and lower back, pain from osteoarthritis of the spine, and the pain from fibromyalgia are the most frequent reasons for a visit to a massage therapist. In all of these conditions, massage can help relieve the pain and spasm that occur in the muscles. For lower and upper back strain, Swedish massage is most often prescribed. It promotes deep feelings of relaxation with release of endorphins, the body's own natural painkiller. Pain in specific areas may respond best to neuromuscular therapy, which is recognized by the American Academy of Pain Management to be a helpful treatment. This type of massage is also known as myotherapy or trigger point therapy. Shiatsu massage is often used in treatment for these areas, as it is a technique that employs the techniques of neuromuscular therapy. Another type of massage is the relaxing gentle massage. This particular massage is soothing and beneficial for those in chronic pain who need relaxation and a gentle touch. Patients suffering from fibromyalgia and those with osteoarthritis of the spine often choose this particular method. Chronic pain is a serious problem that a good massage therapist can help alleviate.

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