Massage is a type of therapy that works on your muscles and soft tissue to improve function and health. While massage was once thought of only as a luxury, there’s now evidence that it has therapeutic benefits and can help relieve pain, reduce stress, and improve sleep.
The team at Kersenbrock Medical and Wellness includes massage as part of the treatment for a variety of health conditions to help you reach your health and wellness goals. Your specialist may include massage therapy as part of your treatment plan for your auto- or sports-related injury or as part of your chiropractic back pain program.
There are many types of massage techniques, each with a different focus and goal. Our team in Lake Mary offers a number of massage techniques, including:
Our full-service practice also offers cupping, which is an ancient therapy that uses special cups to create negative pressure on your skin to improve circulation and health. Reflexology is also available, which is a type of massage therapy that utilizes special pressure points found on your feet, hands, and ears to relieve pain and improve health issues.
Your specialist at Kersenbrock Medical and Wellness determines the type of massage you need. There’s no one-size-fits-all, and your massage therapy plan is based on the reason you’re seeking massage, as well as your pain, overall health, lifestyle, and goals. The type of massage therapy you need may also have specific therapeutic purposes based on your health issue, such as the trigger point massage to help reduce radiating muscle pain and spasms.
What are the benefits of massage?
Massage therapy offers many health benefits. Depending on the type of massage you need, you may experience
Massage therapy also improves circulation, which may assist in healing damaged tissue for a faster recovery.
