Massage therapy can be a treat in more ways than one. In addition to living up to its reputation as a way to relax and relieve stress, it can effectively complement chiropractic care as part of a restorative, rehabilitative, or wellness program. Our San Diego chiropractor at CK Chiropractic Center, offers several types of massage techniques to treat a wide range of conditions. Massage involves the pressing, rubbing, and kneading of muscles and surrounding tissues which results in improved circulation, stress relief, the promotion of healing, and the alleviation of pain.

Massage for Alleviation of Back Pain, Neck Pain and Headaches

Massage can be particularly effective for alleviating pain in the neck, back and head areas, depending on the type of massage technique used. Swedish massage is one of the gentlest techniques. It uses circular movements, elongated strokes, and can include tapping and vibration. This technique can work wonders for headaches and relaxation. Deeper pain, such as neck pain and back pain, often requires a deeper technique, which is where deep-tissue massage comes in. Deep-tissue massage is more forceful and slower than Swedish massage, with strokes targeting deeper layers of tissue and muscle.

Deep-tissue massage is one of the techniques that can be highly effective in helping muscles heal after a personal injury, as are sports massage and trigger point massage. Sports massage is specifically geared towards active and athletic types as a way to treat and prevent injuries. Trigger point massage can also help heal injuries and soothe overused muscles by relieving pressure in sensitive areas of tightened muscle fibers known as trigger points.

Just because massage works well for treating a work injury, personal or sports injury does not mean you need to be injured to enjoy the benefits. Used alone or as part of a chiropractic care program, massage can help alleviate stiffness, boost immunity, and help manage anxiety and depression. Call our chiropractor at 858-630-5286 for more information on how massage can work for you.

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