While massage is a relaxing option for your spa day, it also has a number of practical applications to relieve pain and encourage healing. Massage therapy can treat many injuries and conditions, resulting in a faster, more comfortable recovery. Here are a few common examples.

What Conditions Can You Treat With Massage Therapy? 

1. Back Pain

This is the classic example of pain relief through massage. Manipulation of the back muscles helps release tension and cramps, as well as sooth any pain from overexertion or other injuries. 

2. Strain Injuries

Likewise, sprain injuries caused by repetitive motion or by holding the same position for too long can be eased with massage therapy. Massage increases blood flow to speed healing and can help tenderness, throbbing, tingling, and numbness.

3. Headaches

Many headaches are caused by tension in the head, neck, face, and jaw. Massage therapy relieves this tension with a soothing, distracting sensation and counter-pressure. 

4. Osteoarthritis

Studies show that massage therapy can increase the quality of life for patients with arthritis. Regular massage therapy reduces both pain and stiffness, making it easier — and less painful — for patients with this condition to complete daily tasks. 

5. Anxiety & Depression

Because it relaxes the body, lowers the production of stress hormones, and releases endorphins in the brain, massage can have a noticeable effect on mental health. Those who have mood disorders can find relief by visiting a masseuse or chiropractor.

If you’re interested in massage therapy or chiropractic treatment for your condition, schedule an appointment with Eastern Hills Chiropractic in Cincinnati, OH. Since 1988, Dr. Matthew Haumesser has served Hamilton County with skilled, compassionate, and healing chiropractic techniques and holistic care, including massage therapy and nutrition counseling. To make an appointment, call (513) 528-2200 or send the team a message online.