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Repetitive Strain Injury such as carpal tunnel syndrome, tennis elbow or neck and upper back injuries from computer strain, use of mobile phones, and prolonged sitting are becoming a more and more common occurrence in today's technology driven world.
There is no question that conservative therapy, such as massage, is the best option for those suffering from a Repetitive Strain Injury. It produces the best results, limited side effects (if any), quicker results and long-lasting relief. There are many types of conservative treatments that provide a variety of positive results. Massage Therapy is a terrific conservative treatment that provides good results by itself, and even greater results when combined with a stretch and exercise routine.
Overuse / Repetitive Strain Injury
Massage is used to help relax and lengthen tight, restrictive muscles, break down scar tissue in injured muscles, reduce adhesions on affected tendons at their point of attachment to the muscle or to the bone, remove toxins from muscles and increase overall circulation and nutrient delivery to the associated tissues. All of these benefits help overworked muscles to relax and injured muscles to recover. A combination of Muscle Energy Therapy, Neuromuscular Therapy, Trigger Point and Deep Tissue Massage can go a long way in assisting with pain relief and restoration of the affected tissue and tendons.
Massage Therapy does not correct the muscle imbalances that are causing the Repetitive Strain Injury, and ergonomic changes are essential to the avoid a reoccurrence of the injury. Massage Therapy can greatly assist the rehabilitation / treatment process, but once a muscle has been injured and has atrophied to any significant degree, or a muscle has gone into a state of chronic hypertonicity, other therapeutic elements must be added to the treatment regimen in order to completely eliminate the Repetitive Strain Injury. Proprioceptive Deep Tendon Reflex Therapy (P-DTR) can help with immediately relieving pain and retraining your body to function properly.
An integral part of treating Repetitive Strain Injuries is the implementation of a massage, stretch and exercise routine, specifically designed to create structural integrity and muscle balance where the injury exists. I will work with you to establish the treatment regimen that works best for you.
Also read our Blog article on Office-specific injuries.