Massage Therapy - Physio Roussillon

WHAT IS MASSAGE THERAPY?

Using touch to soothe a painful area of the body is probably the oldest form of natural therapy used by humans. Used all over the world, massage is practiced since the dawn of time. More specifically, massage therapy is a structured approach using massage as a therapeutic tool. More than a moment of relaxation, massage helps to reduce stress and physical discomfort caused by stress such as back pain, lack of energy, insomnia, etc. It is preventive, relaxing and healing.

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BENEFITS OF MASSAGE THERAPY

Massages have positive effects on …

the structure and posture of the body, making the muscles more flexible and helping to relieve tension;
the senses, because it increases the consciousness of the body and awakens the sense of touch;
psychological and emotional aspects, contributing to a stronger resistance to stress.

That said, massage therapy acts on the functioning of the whole body because it brings calm and relief, relieves pain, improves sleep, promotes good blood and lymphatic circulation, contributes to the elimination of toxins, favorises the proper functioning of vital organs and may help to increase the respiratory capacity.

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WHO IS MASSAGE THERAPY FOR

Massage therapy is beneficial to people of all age groups (children, adults, elderly), pregnant women, people with different and / or special health conditions. The massage therapist will adapt his technique to the condition and needs of each individual.

MASSAGE THERAPY SESSION

A massage therapy session lasts 60 to 90 minutes, depending on the client’s request. Prior to the massage, the massage therapist will use a detailed health questionnaire to know the particularities of his client, discuss with him in order to learn about his expectations and needs. Throughout the massage, the massage therapist will invite the client to express himself on the discomfort felt, if any.

It should be noted that, if desired, the client can keep his underwear during the massage. Only the massaged area is uncovered during the massage to ensure the comfort and privacy of the client; the rest of the body being covered with a sheet. If necessary, the massage therapist may use different positioning cushions, heating pads, oils, creams, warm blankets; this in order to adapt his massage to the particularities of each and maximize the customer experience. Moreover, the massage is performed in a room inviting to relaxation (soft lighting, relaxing music, etc.)

OUR MASSAGE THERAPY TEAM

At Clinique de réadaptation physique Roussillon, our massage therapists are able to offer you a good relaxing massage as well a therapeutic massage. Working in a multidisciplinary team trained to treat an injured and / or suffering clientele, our massage therapists are particularly equipped to help this type of clientele.

APPROACHES OFFERED IN MASSAGE THERAPY

Different approaches are offered in massage therapy at Clinique de réadaptation physique Roussillon. Here are some of them:

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

Lymphatic drainage is a massage technique designed to stimulate the circulation of the lymph and detoxify the body, while strengthening the immune system.

MASSAGE FOR PREGNANT WOMEN

Massages adapted to the peculiarity of pregnant women particularly aiming to reduce the muscular tensions caused by the changes in the posture and to stimulate the circulation.

REFLEXOLOGY OF HANDS

Reflexology is based on the stimulation of specific reflex points in order to relieve pain, to act favorably on affections and to promote the self-healing potential of the person.

TRIGGER POINTS

Trigger points are congested points in muscle tissue that can create pain in other areas. Trigger point technique involves applying pressure to a reflex point in order to force the nervous system to release a particular region. This technique can be combined with other approaches.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGES

This type of massage can relieve pain caused by various pathologies and / or prevent muscle and joint problems by acting on fascia, muscles, tensions and spasms. Physiotherapy is part of this technique.

RELAXATION MASSAGES

The relaxation massage immerses the body in a state of deep relaxation and comfort, that helps reduce the effects of stress and restores energy. Several techniques can be used during a relaxation massage, including the Swedish massage, which is undoubtedly the best known.

WHY CONSULT?

Among others things:

Relieve musculoskeletal pain: backache, neck, elbows, shoulders, knees, etc.
Have a positive effect in the treatment of chronic fatigue;
Decrease the level of stress and anxiety;
Reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines;
Soothe chronic pain;
Alleviate the inconvenience caused by inflammation
Help patients with depression.