What is a back massage?

Massage is the most ancient remedy for getting rid of many diseases. Its therapeutic effect is based on stimulation of blood circulation and metabolism, calming and relaxing effects on the nervous system.

Very effective massage action on injured muscles and ligaments, with scoliosis and for recovery after fractures. After it, pain passes faster and joint mobility is restored.

The most common problem of our time is back pain. They affect not only the elderly, but also young people. Their main cause is a disease of intervertebral discs, or osteochondrosis. Most often this happens from a sedentary lifestyle, stress, weakness and underdevelopment of the muscles supporting the spine.

Constant pain in the back can lead to depression, violations in the work of all organs. Therefore, it is necessary to start fighting with them as early as possible. The main treatment for all diseases of the spine is a back massage. The therapeutic effect of it is due to the fact that at the same time the spasm of muscles is removed and the weakened ligaments are strengthened. It helps to relax, and the vertebrae do not press so strongly against each other.

The therapeutic back massage stimulates blood circulation and opens the influx of oxygen and nutrients to the affected areas. It helps to relieve swelling And inflammation, reduces discomfort.

Therapeutic back massage for any pain localization should be along the entire length of the spine. It is desirable to massage and the extremities associated with the inflamed section, necessarily affect the neck and collar zone to improve the blood circulation of the brain.

A therapeutic massage begins with stroking the entire back. Then kneading and rubbing of areas with less severe pain occurs. Appliances such as vibration, patting, sawing. All movements are performed in the direction of the lymph nodes. They need to alternate, do without breaks, between strokes are recommended stroking.

After warming up the entire area of the back, neck and chest, you can go to massage the areas of pain. In the acute stage, intensive effects can not be carried out. When Radiculitis in the lumbar region it is good to massage the pelvic region and gluteal muscles.

When you begin a therapeutic back massage to a person who has a spinal column, the first session should be no more than 10 minutes. With a decrease in pain, the duration of treatment increases. Then you can more intensively affect the affected area.

Cervical massage should be more gentle. Strong pressing and kneading are excluded. An incorrectly performed procedure can cause muscle spasms and pain.

The movements of the masseur must be blurred, calm, smooth and rhythmic. The duration of the session should not be delayed. When you massage, you should follow how the patient feels.

Do not do a therapeutic back massage for acute inflammation, exacerbation and skin diseases. But even in the absence of back pain, it is recommended to do this procedure at least twice a year.