Neuromuscular therapy
Neuromuscular Therapy
Neuromuscular therapy (pronounced: neuro-muscular therapy), also known as NMT, is a comprehensive approach to health care that involves the assessment and treatment of the body's soft tissues, particularly the muscles and nerves.
Etymology
The term "neuromuscular" is derived from the Greek words "neuro" meaning nerve and "muscular" referring to muscle. The therapy is thus named because it focuses on the interaction between the nervous system and the muscular system.
Definition
Neuromuscular therapy is a specialized form of manual therapy that combines deep tissue massage with targeted therapeutic exercises. It is designed to alleviate pain and dysfunction by identifying and treating specific points of tension, restriction, or injury in the muscles and nerves.
Techniques
Neuromuscular therapy employs a variety of techniques, including:
- Myofascial Release - This technique involves applying gentle, sustained pressure to the myofascial connective tissue to eliminate pain and restore motion.
- Trigger Point Therapy - This technique involves applying pressure to specific points on the body to relieve pain and dysfunction in other areas.
- Muscle Energy Techniques - These techniques involve the use of the patient's own muscle energy to improve range of motion and flexibility.
Benefits
Neuromuscular therapy can provide a number of benefits, including:
- Relief from chronic pain
- Improved range of motion
- Enhanced muscle function
- Reduced stress and tension
- Improved posture
Related Terms
- Deep Tissue Massage - A type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue.
- Manual Therapy - A clinical approach utilizing skilled, specific hands-on techniques to diagnose and treat soft tissues and joint structures.
- Physical Therapy - A healthcare profession that assesses, diagnoses, treats, and works to prevent disease and disability through physical means.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Neuromuscular therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Neuromuscular therapy
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