Medical massage: Degenerative Joint Disease (Osteoarthritis)

Osteoarthritis is a common degenerative joint disease that causes the protective cartilage on bones to wear down, leading to stiffness, inflammation, and discomfort in large joints. Dealing with joint pain from osteoarthritis or degenerative joint disease can significantly impact your mobility and quality of life. We offer specialized osteoarthritis treatment through medical massage, focusing on large joints such as the shoulders, hips, knees, and elbows. Our joint-specific myofascial massage therapy techniques target the root causes of joint discomfort, reducing pain, stiffness, and inflammation for improved joint function and flexibility.

How It Works

Medical massage for degenerative joint disease, specifically osteoarthritis, focuses on easing joint pain, reducing stiffness, and improving mobility through specialized myofascial massage therapy techniques.

Targeting the Fascia

Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones, and joints. In osteoarthritis, the fascia around affected joints can become tight and restrictive, increasing pain and limiting movement. Myofascial massage therapy applies gentle, sustained pressure to release these restrictions, restoring elasticity to the fascia and reducing discomfort.

Improving Blood Flow

Degenerative joint disease frequently results in diminished circulation in the affected joints, which can lead to inflammation and stiffness. Medical massage boosts blood flow to these areas, supplying oxygen and nutrients that aid healing while reducing inflammation and swelling.

Relieving Muscle Tension

Osteoarthritis often causes nearby muscles to become tense as they compensate for weakened joints. By focusing on these surrounding muscles, medical massage helps relieve this compensatory tension, reducing pressure on the joints and making movement more comfortable.

Increasing Joint Mobility

The slow, controlled movements of myofascial release massage assist in stretching the tissues around the joint, which can enhance flexibility and range of motion. This is particularly beneficial for larger joints like the hips, knees, and shoulders, where osteoarthritis commonly affects movement.

Reducing Pain Signals

Regular myofascial massage can desensitize pain receptors in the affected area. By gradually lowering the sensitivity of these pain receptors, this therapy provides lasting relief from chronic joint pain associated with osteoarthritis.

This approach makes medical massage an effective tool for managing osteoarthritis symptoms, offering natural pain relief and promoting overall joint health.

Benefits

Pain Reduction

Myofascial pain massage effectively reduces tension and alleviates pain by releasing tight fascia surrounding the joints.

Enhanced Mobility

Myofascial massage techniques improve flexibility, making it easier to perform daily movements and activities.

Improved Circulation

By enhancing blood flow to affected areas, this therapy supports natural healing and reduces inflammation in the joints.

Lasting Relief

Regular sessions with a skilled myofascial massage therapist can lead to long-term improvements, providing relief from chronic joint pain and stiffness.

Session Length

Sessions last 45 to 60 minutes, depending on the severity of the condition and the joint being treated.

Medical massage: Degenerative Joint Disease (Osteoarthritis)

How It Works

Targeting the Fascia

Improving Blood Flow

Relieving Muscle Tension

Increasing Joint Mobility

Reducing Pain Signals

Benefits

Pain Reduction

Enhanced Mobility

Improved Circulation

Lasting Relief

Session Length

Who is it for?

This therapy is perfect for individuals who:

Suffer from chronic joint pain (hips, shoulders, knees).

Are recovering from joint surgery or injury.

Have reduced mobility due to age or lifestyle factors.

Want to prevent further joint issues or injuries.

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