Medical massage
Medical Massage
Medical Massage (pronunciation: /ˈmɛdɪkəl ˈmæsɑːʒ/) is a specific type of massage therapy that is focused on treating specific health conditions or enhancing overall wellness.
Etymology
The term "Medical Massage" is derived from the Latin word "medicus" meaning "pertaining to medicine" and the French word "massage" meaning "friction of kneading".
Definition
Medical Massage is a therapeutic massage prescribed by a physician and performed following the directives of that physician by a qualified therapist. It involves the application of various techniques including but not limited to myofascial release, neuromuscular therapy, and manual lymphatic drainage.
Related Terms
- Massage Therapy: A comprehensive intervention involving a range of techniques to manipulate the soft tissues and joints of the body.
- Myofascial Release: A manipulative treatment that attempts to release tension in the fascia due to trauma, posture, or inflammation.
- Neuromuscular Therapy: A specialized form of deep tissue massage in which digital pressure and friction are used to release areas of strain in the muscle.
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage: A type of gentle massage which is intended to encourage the natural drainage of the lymph, which carries waste products away from the tissues back toward the heart.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Medical massage
- Wikipedia's article - Medical massage
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