Trigger Point

Trigger point massage deals with certain points in the nervous system, specifically that can create pain in other areas of the body or locally. Trigger points are often also known as “muscle knots”. These trigger points can cause radiating pain and can when treated, is an effective treatment. Trigger points found in tendons and muscles are deactivated by certain types of pressure, which is what these articles cover.

Ashiatsu

Ashiatsu uses the therapist’s feet instead of their hands to apply pressure to the client’s body and muscles. It can be particularly effective for treating back pain and tension.

Aromatherapy Massage

Aromatherapy massage is a treatment that uses essential oils for their physical benefits. Specific essential oils can help the immune system by moving lymph fluids as well as tension headaches. Essential oils can be applied across the whole body to improve sleep and feel relaxed. Aromatherapy can be combined with many types of massage.

Prenatal

Chinese Medicine

Shiatsu Massage

Foot Reflexology Massage

Reflexology is a type of manual therapy that deals with health conditions by seeing the foot as a map for all of the organs of the body. Typically you sit in a specially designed chair so that you can lay back and receive massage on trigger points of the foot. Reflexology massage targets specific reflex points that is similar to trigger point massage to relieve tension throughout your body’s entire system.

Craniosacral Massage

Geriatric Massage

Massage For Specific Conditions

Benefits of Massage Therapy

This therapy can provide a range of physical and mental health benefits, including:

• Relieving muscle tension and soreness

• Reducing stress and anxiety

• Improving circulation and lymphatic drainage

• Enhancing flexibility and range of motion

• Reducing the symptoms of depression and anxiety

• Improving sleep quality

• Treat discomfort if you have a chronic health condition

When Should You Get a Massage?

There are several situations where this therapy may be particularly beneficial:

• After a long day at work or a strenuous workout

• If you have chronic pain or tension

• If you are recovering from an injury

• If you have poor posture or back pain

• If you experience high levels of stress or anxiety

Finding the Right Therapist in Portland

If you’re interested in trying massage therapy, it’s important to find the right massage therapist for your needs. Immerse in Portland, Oregon, offers a range of services and has a team of experienced and knowledgeable massage therapists to help you find the right treatment.

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