Massage is the application of soft-tissue manipulation techniques to the body, with the general intent of increasing circulation and promoting relaxation and flexibility. The many variations of massage account for several different techniques.
- Massage Therapy services are to be rendered by licensed massage therapists (LMT).
- Massage therapy services are rendered in accordance to the standards of practice set forth in Florida Statutes and in accordance to the guidelines set forth by the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) and the Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA).
- Massage Therapy services are offered on an appointment basis and available to the general public or via healthcare referral from:
- Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Certified Athletic Trainers
- Physicians (MD, DO)
- Chiropractic Physicians
Benefits of massage therapy
- Increasing circulation, allowing the body to pump more oxygen and nutrients into healing tissues
- Reducing post-surgery adhesions and edema and reducing and realigning scar tissue after healing has occurred.
- Improving range of motion and decreasing discomfort for patients with low back pain.
- Relaxing and softening injured and overused muscles.
- Reducing spasms and cramping.
- Increasing joint flexibility.