Your shoulder is an intricate joint designed for maximum range of motion; however, with that freedom comes some instability.
Massage therapy has been proven effective at relieving shoulder pain. A comprehensive review and meta-analysis demonstrated this therapeutic shoulder pain remedial massage option as an option worth exploring for treating shoulder discomfort.
Relieves pain
A shoulder pain remedial massage Adelaide relieves much-needed pain by breaking up muscle and tissue adhesions. Your massage therapist uses pressure, kneading, and friction techniques to untie these knots and relax the muscles – leading to increased oxygen flow, which decreases inflammation and pain levels in that area.
Shoulder pain occurs when there is an issue with the stability and movement of the shoulder joint. It could be caused by poor posture, improper movements or injury. Remedial massage therapists use assessments and tests to ascertain what is causing shoulder discomfort before treating specific areas needing special care.
Impingement of the shoulder can cause significant pain and weakness when lifting your arm overhead, usually due to tightness in the rotator cuff, bursa and other structures surrounding the joint that compress, restrict and damage tendons. Remedial massage may help release these tightened muscles to improve the movement of the shoulder joint and lessen compression on tendons.
Remedial massage may help relieve inflammation associated with rotator cuff tears, improving mobility and range of motion in both the shoulder and arm.
Relieves stiffness
Shoulder pain can arise for many reasons, from dislocating the shoulder, tearing the rotator cuff, sitting for long hours at work, or simply sitting too long. Remedial massage and myotherapy provide effective solutions that address symptoms such as shoulder tightness or pain and their source.
An effective shoulder massage will increase the flow of oxygen-rich blood to muscles in the area, relieving stiffness and increasing the range of motion. It occurs because massage techniques work across the grain of muscles, breaking down knots and tightness to release tension in knotted muscle fibres.
Massage therapists employing the kneading technique will increase muscle temperature, improving elasticity and flexibility and decreasing tightness and discomfort in their client’s muscles.
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome can be treated through various therapies such as exercise, diet and massage. Shoulder impingement occurs when tendons compress in the shoulder area, resulting in inflammation and pain; causes may include repetitive activities like swimming, tennis or throwing sports and poor sleeping or posture issues.
Shoulder impingement can often be treated most successfully with massage therapy. According to a 2015 systematic review of 26 randomised clinical trials, massage therapy reduced shoulder pain and improved function more effectively than no treatment at all
Relieves tension
Shoulder pain caused by tight muscles can be a serious burden if left untreated, yet research shows that massage therapy is highly effective at relieving symptoms associated with these problems. Furthermore, massage can break down any muscle knots contributing to symptoms and break them up using stretching exercises or other forms of physical therapy such as exercise. It’s also essential to make healthy dietary choices to optimise body functioning and natural healing capacities.
Remedial massage for shoulder pain can be an inexpensive and non-invasive solution to reduce tension in the body, complementing other therapies such as physical therapy or medications.
Relieves stress
Remedial massage can be an excellent way to alleviate stress. By increasing circulation and blood flow to specific areas and helping the body release toxins, remedial massage helps alleviate muscle tightness, relieve pain and increase flexibility and range of motion, all while relaxing your mind and soul.
Remedial shoulder massage can be an effective treatment option for many ailments, including rotator cuff injuries, tendinopathy (irritation, weakness and damage to tendons), poor posture, neck and shoulder issues, and joint pain. Remedial massage may especially benefit those who experience persistent shoulder discomfort even after participating in rehabilitation programs.
Trigger points cause localised pain that radiates throughout muscles in the surrounding area. People may initially suffer a shoulder injury like a rotator cuff tear; as it heals, symptoms from trigger points become evident and chronic issues worsen over time.