What is injury massage?
Injury massage is focused, therapeutic bodywork for tissue that has been hurt. It takes an in-depth understanding of how your muscles and joints work together to know exactly what needs to be done, and what should be left alone.
Our therapists have extensive training helping athletes and weekend warriors recover. Whether you are dealing with a sprain, a strain, scar tissue build-up or reduced mobility, Total Muscle Therapy can be a pivotal piece of your recovery process. If an injury has been nagging you for years, or it just happened last week, we can help get you on the road back.
Common injuries we help with
Injury massage can help speed up recovery and help you maintain, and even regain, mobility through an injury. These are some of the most common issues our clients come in with:
- Sprained ankles
- Twisted knees and post-surgical knee rehab (including ACL)
- Recovery after broken bones
- Muscle strains and spasms
- Scar tissue build-up and stiffness
- Overuse issues in the shoulder, hip, back and feet
What to expect
The first thing you will notice is that an injury massage is very different from a relaxation massage. Your therapist will ask about how and when you were hurt, what your doctor or physical therapist has told you, and what movements are still limited or painful.
During the session your therapist may take you through a series of movements while working out knots and breaking up scar tissue. We may use cupping, percussive massage, scraping or other techniques to get the best result. The work is targeted and sometimes intense, but you are always in control of the pressure.
Our clients tell us they appreciate that we do not push extra visits. Once a problem is fixed, it is fixed. Many people choose to stay on a maintenance plan to stay limber, but that is always your call.
Part of your recovery team
Massage works best as part of a complete plan. We regularly work alongside chiropractors and physical therapists, and we are happy to fit in around the care you are already getting. For a new or serious injury, see a medical provider first so you know what you are dealing with. Then bring us in to help the tissue heal, move and feel better.
