Orthopedic/Medical Massage

Orthopedic/Medical massage therapy is a type of therapy that mixes various types of Advanced Manual Therapy techniques. They include but are not limited to: Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Therapeutic Stretching, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and Structural Integration. Orthopedic/Medical Massage therapy is appropriate for anyone experiencing pain, tension or would like to increase flexibility and performance. For individuals looking for non-surgical, non-medication based treatment of injuries, Orthopedic Massage and Clinical Manual Therapy is the rehab approach for you.

Deep tissue

The focus is on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons and fascia (the protective layer surrounding muscles, bones and joints).

A study in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine found that people’s blood pressure fell after a single 45 to 60 minute deep tissue massage. Additionally, a 2010 meta-analysis in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry found that massage modalities like deep tissue reduce stress hormone levels and heart rate while boosting mood and relaxation by triggering the release of oxytocin and serotonin.