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Please see below for evidence from professional scientific-lead literature that delves into the benefits of massage therapy.
Chronic Low Back Pain
Chronic Low Back Pain
Massage therapy was shown to significantly reduce pain and improve functional outcomes in patients with chronic low back pain.
– The effect of massage therapy on chronic low back pain: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies (2023)
Sports Injuries and Recovery
Sports Injuries and Recovery
Athletes who received massage therapy post-exercise showed faster recovery, including reduced muscle soreness, improved flexibility, and enhanced muscle performance. Massage therapy aids in reducing delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and helps athletes return to training more quickly.
– Massage therapy and its effect on recovery in athletes after exercise-induced muscle damage. British Journal of Sports Medicine (2024)
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Post-Surgical Rehabilitation
Patients recovering from surgery reported less pain, better mobility, and improved sleep quality following a series of therapeutic massage sessions. Massage therapy is a beneficial adjunct to post-surgical rehabilitation, aiding in pain management and enhancing recovery.
– Effects of therapeutic massage on post-surgical pain and recovery: A randomized controlled trial. Clinical Rehabilitation (2023)
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Myofascial Pain Syndrome
Massage therapy targeting myofascial trigger points significantly reduced pain intensity and improved muscle function. Targeted massage techniques, such as deep tissue or trigger point therapy, can effectively alleviate the symptoms of myofascial pain syndrome.
– Massage therapy for myofascial trigger points: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Journal of Pain Research (2023)
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