What Makes A Massage Therapeutic?

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Therapeutic massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on using various techniques to treat specific physical conditions, alleviate pain, and promote overall wellness. It typically involves manipulating the soft tissues of the body, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia, to enhance healing, reduce stress, and improve mobility.

The main goals of therapeutic massage are to:

  1. Relieve pain – It helps manage pain from injuries, chronic conditions, or muscle tension.
  2. Reduce muscle tension – By targeting tight or overworked muscles, it can improve flexibility and relieve discomfort.
  3. Promote relaxation – It helps reduce the physical and mental effects of stress and anxiety.
  4. Enhance circulation – Improving blood flow can speed up healing and reduce swelling.
  5. Improve posture and mobility – It can correct musculoskeletal imbalances and increase range of motion.

Therapeutic massage can include several different techniques, such as:

  • Swedish massage – A gentle form that focuses on relaxation and circulation.
  • Deep tissue massage – A more intense form that targets deeper layers of muscle tissue to release chronic tension.
  • Sports massage – Specifically designed for athletes to prevent injuries and improve performance.
  • Trigger point therapy – Focuses on areas of muscle that are tight or have "knots" and aims to release them.
  • Myofascial release – A technique that targets the fascia (the connective tissue around muscles) to reduce pain and improve movement.

Therapeutic massage is often used as part of a broader treatment plan for managing musculoskeletal disorders, stress, and various chronic pain conditions. It is commonly performed by licensed massage therapists who tailor the treatment to the individual’s needs. Come visit us any day of the week and meet our wonderful licensed massage therapists, they got your back (literally)! 



Jupiter Massage & Pilates 
125 W. Indiantown Road Suite #102 Jupiter, FL 33458
561-529-2093
www.jupitermassageandpilates.com

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