Lake Region Massage & Bodyworks

Lake Region Massage & Bodyworks

Capture the power of massage and relieve stress, improve balance, and truly enhance the quality of your life.

Benefits & Contraindications of Massage

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 Enhances athletic performance; Treats injuries caused during sport or work Promotes deeper and easier breathing Improves circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids Reduces blood pressure Helps relieve tension-related headaches and effects of eye-strain Enhances the health and nourishment of skin Improves posture Strengthens the immune system Treats musculoskeletal problems Rehabilitation post operative Rehabilitation after injury (Source: AMTA) Mental Benefits of Massage Therapy Fosters peace of mind Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness Helps relieve mental stress Improves ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately Enhances capacity for calm thinking and creativity Emotional Benefits Satisfies needs for caring nurturing touch Fosters a feeling of well-being Reduces levels of anxiety Creates body awareness Increases awareness of mind-body connection Contraindications What are the Contraindications to Massage? Massage is non-invasive, relaxing and natural. It is therefore generally considered a safe treatment for most people. However, there are three types of contraindication: TOTAL, when massage should not be performed at all, LOCAL, when massage can be performed but not over the contraindicated areas and MEDICAL, when massage can only be performed once medical permission has been granted. The following restrictions are in place to protect your health and well-being. Thank you for taking them as seriously as we do. Total Contraindications When you have any of these conditions, please do not book a massage: Fever Contagious or infectious diseases, including any cold or flu no matter how mild. Under the influence of drugs or alcohol- including prescription pain medication if you have not taken them 2 hours before your massage. Recent operations or accute injuries Skin diseases Local The therapist can massage but not over any areas affected by: Undiagnosed lumps or bumps Bruising Cuts Abrasions Sunburn Undiagnosed pain Inflammation, including arthritis Medical If you suffer from any of the following conditions, massage can only take place once it has been approved before your session by your Physician. Cardio-vascular conditions (thrombosis, phlebitis, hypertension, heart conditions) Any condition already being treated by a medical practitioner Psoriasis or eczema Osteoporosis Cancer Nervous or psychotic conditions Heart problems, angina, those with pacemakers Epilepsy Bells palsy, trapped or pinched nerves Does a contraindication mean that treatment connot take place? Not always. In fact, massage can be very therapeutic for many medical conditions. However, in the above cases it is best to have advice from your physician.

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