Medical massage techniques are no different than the massage techniques used to give a relaxing massage. What is different is the reason for the massage. Massage therapists give massage to basically healthy people for the purpose of relaxation or to energize, before and after sporting events, during athletic training, for basic aches and pains and so forth. Medical massage therapists use the same techniques to treat a medical condition, such as chronic pain or an injury. They also give palliative massage to relieve stress and pain, help the patient sleep and to reduce anxiety. Usually massage therapists who do medical massage seek advanced training not only in massage techniques, but also in anatomy and physiology as well as the application of massage techniques for specific conditions.
There is no specific license for medical massage. If you are looking for someone to help you with your medical condition, ask your doctor or other health care givers for a referral. You can also ask your local massage school for referrals to experienced therapists. Make sure the therapist is licensed, and ask how many hours of training the therapist has had. Serious massage therapists often have 1000 hours or more of training.
By the way, one of the most-researched types of medical massage is lymph drainage massage, used to reduce swelling and stimulate the immune system. If you have any questions about lymph drainage massage, contact me and I'll be happy to help you. I have nearly 2000 hours of training and nearly 20 years of experience in massage.
About Me
- Lisa L. Ross, HHP
- I have actively practiced as a Holistic Health Practitioner (HHP) and massage therapist since 1993 with special interest and training in the Vodder method of Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) technique. My experience is with lymphedema disease, edema in general, pre- and post-surgery massage, cosmetic surgery edema and more. My search for a low or non impact movement modality led me to become a certified trainer in the GYROTONIC EXPANSION SYSTEM® I have found it to be a helpful movement modality to stimulate the Lymphatic system and other stagnation out of the body. The Gyrotonic method is the base for movement sessions used at the office. Palliative care is another direction of great interest, as many of my clients are in disease states. My mission is to provide compassionate care and resources for my clients.
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