Before we consider how massage works and how it can help resolve musculoskeletal pain we need to look at some of the ways the muscular system can become dysfunctional. Therapists are often asked ‘what caused my problem?’ and the answer, unfortunately, is not always simple. In the next two articles …
Welcome to the brand new Muscle Clinic website. This is a note to let you know that The Muscle Clinic is opening in Plymouth. We have a new remedial massage clinic in the Millfields Trust HQ in Plymouth City Centre. Give us a call on 01752 313474 or 07776 252539 …
Recent research suggests that massage is beneficial in reducing inflammation. In summary, when administered to skeletal muscle that has been acutely damaged through exercise, massage therapy appears to be clinically beneficial by reducing inflammation and promoting mitochondrial bio-genesis. Research Article Buck Institute News To a large extent we have to …
Evidence based practice requires healthcare providers to include research inquiry and evidence into their clinical work. The research is proving to be exciting but tends to be overblown and overstated in the press. As the profession moves towards an evidence based approach it is important that therapists distinguish between stronger …
It is well established that Remedial Massage can be an effective treatment for many musculoskeletal problems. But how does Remedial Massage actually work? In this series of articles we will discuss the benefits of this form of therapeutic massage and examine some common conditions that can be successfully treated. We …