A study, conducted by Jennifer Stewart-Richardson from Canberra and colleagues, explores the effectiveness of massage therapy in the context of orthopaedic massage. Despite the historical use of massage for musculoskeletal pain, there’s only weak support for its efficacy in meta-analyses. This study aims to understand how experienced therapists perceive the factors contributing to the effectiveness
A study investigated the emerging recovery treatment of percussive massage (PM), specifically its effects following eccentric exercise. The research focused on the maximal isometric torque, range of motion, and soreness of the nondominant arm’s biceps brachii in a group of seventeen untrained, college-aged subjects. Nine of these subjects received one minute of percussive massage, compared
In an study published in Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, researchers from japan have delved into the effects of percussive massage and heat application on muscle flexibility and strength. This study, focused on the triceps surae muscle group, has the potential to redefine warm-up and recovery protocols in sports and rehabilitation practices. At the
Laryngeal manual therapy (LMT), developed as a treatment for muscle tension dysphonia since the 1980s, traditionally focused on reducing laryngeal muscle tension through physical manipulation. This approach was thought to directly improve voice function by altering the laryngeal area. However, recent insights suggest this view is limited. Contemporary research indicates that LMT’s effectiveness stems from
A recent study has taken a deep dive into the effects of myofascial release maneuvers, specifically targeting the lower limb muscle chains. This study aimed to uncover the immediate impact of these maneuvers on the postural sway in healthy men. The study was published in the Jan 2021 issue of Journal of Bodywork and Movement
Musculoskeletal pain, a condition characterized by a diverse range of causes and symptoms, poses a significant challenge in the healthcare sector. Among the various treatment modalities, heat therapy has emerged as a notable non-pharmacological approach. This article delves into a recent study that aimed to gain a comprehensive understanding of the use of non-pharmacological methods,
In the January/February 2024 issue of “Massage & Bodywork,” Til Luchau and Jeffrey Bramhall introduce a captivating concept in the field of bodywork: the brain as a prediction machine. This idea, central to their article “The Somatic Edge,” highlights the significant role of predictive coding in shaping our sensory experiences during bodywork sessions. Your client’s
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), commonly used in studying acute low back pain (aLBP), is traditionally thought to originate from muscle damage. However, recent research suggests that the deep fascia, part of the extramuscular connective tissue (ECT), plays a significant role in DOMS. This challenges previous beliefs about its causes, moving away from muscle-centric theories
Nonspecific neck pain, common in various occupations, is pain in the neck without specific underlying causes or significant daily life interference. It’s often affecting muscles like the trapezius. Myofascial reorganization® (MR) is a treatment that uses manual pressure on the fascia to improve blood flow and reduce muscle tension. A past study showed MR increases
Chronic pain is a persistent challenge, and the use of pharmaceuticals often comes with undesirable side effects. Manual therapies, including massage, acupuncture, and osteopathic manipulative treatments, have shown promise in providing pain relief to humans. However, the underlying mechanisms behind these therapies have remained elusive, hindering their optimization as safe pain management techniques. In a