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Massage Therapy: How Chiropractic Care Can Ease Your Back Pain

Written By Eastside Chiropractic on December 1, 2017

Can therapeutic massage therapy help your back problem? 

For the majority of us, the answer will be “yes.” 

This is due to the low-risk and non-invasive nature of massage. 

And when teamed with the psychological benefits of massages (the relaxation and release of endorphins), many people with acute to chronic back pain favor this type of treatment. 

What Back Problems Can Massage Therapy Help? 

A lot of health care providers will recommend massage therapy alongside traditional medical treatments. This can be used to treat a whole host of back problems, including muscle strain, osteoarthritis of the spine, and fibromyalgia. 

Muscle strain is the most common cause of acute low back pain, often arising as a result of a fall, sudden movement, or lifting a heavy object. Equally, upper back pain can occur due to lack of strength or repetitive motions. Massage can help improve the range of motion while working out the irritation or spasm that’s causing the pain.

In cases of osteoarthritis of the spine, massage therapy can improve circulation, lower pain, and decrease muscle tension and stress. And for fibromyalgia sufferers, a massage can ease tender points and the other broader areas of stiffness and pain. 

What Are the Benefits of Massage Therapy?  

Throughout the medical community, massage therapy is becoming increasingly recommended as a viable treatment. Research demonstrates that a therapeutic massage can have a number of health benefits for those suffering from back pain. 

One of the greatest benefits is increased blood circulation, which helps speed up the recovery process as much-needed nutrients are brought to the tissues and muscles. This is particularly beneficial in soft-tissue injuries or soreness following a physical activity. 

It can also alleviate tension in muscles, reducing pain and improving the patient’s flexibility. And finally, there are those “feel good” chemicals (endorphins) released during the process. Enhancing a patient’s mood, these chemicals can ease anxiety and depression, speeding up recovery while reducing pain – something that’s particularly important if you’re struggling with chronic neck or back problems. 

Before you use massage therapy to treat your back pain, you should receive a thorough diagnosis, which is something your chiropractor in Watkinsville can do. The right treatment will depend on your personal choice and the type of back problem you’ve got.

Don’t suffer in silence with your back pain and get in touch with our team at Eastside Chiropractic today. We offer in-depth consultations that help get to the root of your problem, before offering a tailored treatment plan that’s specific to you and your needs. What are you waiting for? Call 706-310-1121 now! 


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