Who especially needs
Long-term work at the computer leads to static overstrain of the neck and shoulder muscles: heaviness in the shoulders, tension headaches, and limited head rotation. Massage of the collar area relieves muscle spasms, improves blood circulation and often reduces headaches after the first sessions. An important condition: in case of dizziness and numbness in the hands, you first need to examine the cervical spine - massage is carried out only after eliminating contraindications.
What does massage give?
Massage improves blood circulation and lymphatic drainage in the affected area, relieves muscle spasm, reduces pain and increases mobility. For chronic back and neck pain, it is included in standard treatment regimens along with physical therapy.
The effect is cumulative: after one session, temporary relaxation occurs, and a lasting result appears by the end of a course of 8–10 procedures.
Main types
- classical and medical - basic healing techniques
- massage of individual areas - collar, lower back, joints
- rehabilitation – after injuries and operations
- sports - preparation for exercise and recovery after it
- relaxing and SPA techniques - relieving tension and stress
Contraindications
Massage is not performed in acute inflammatory processes and high temperature, purulent skin diseases, vein thrombosis, bleeding, in the acute period of injury and in case of malignant neoplasms without the consent of the oncologist. For hypertension, pregnancy and after operations, the technique and treatment areas are selected separately.