by urban-acupuncture | Oct 5, 2022 | Massage Therapy, Treatments
Hot Stone Massage
A hot stone massage therapy can help you to relax and can also ease the tension of the muscles in your body. It can also help soft tissues in the body that are damaged. When you get a hot stone massage, heated stoned that are flat and smooth, are placed on certain parts of the body.
These stones are usually made of basalt. Basalt is a kind of volcanic rock that is known for its ability to retain heat. The University of New Hampshire Health Services suggest that the hot stones used for a massage should be heated to between 130 degrees to 145 degrees.
Getting A Hot Stone Massage Therapy
When you get a hot stone massage therapy, a licensed therapist will place heated stones on specific body parts. These body parts can include:
- Along the spine
- On top of the stomach
- On the face
- On the chest
- On the palms
- On the feet as well as the toes
A licensed massage therapist could also hold stones that are heated while massaging your body. They could use techniques used in Swedish massages, while holding the heated stones. These include:
- Strokes that are long
- Vibration
- Circular movements
- Kneading
- Tapping
There are also times when cold stones are used. These cold stones are usually used after the hot stones. They can help calm down blood vessels that are engorged, and can also soothe the skin.
What Are The Benefits Of Hot Stone Massages?
Massages are becoming popular as complementary therapy that that help heal various conditions. If you get a hot stone massage, then these are the benefits you may experience:
- Find relief from muscle tension as well as pain
- Reduce stress as well as anxiety
- Get better sleep at night
- May also help relieve symptoms associated with autoimmune diseases
- Can help decrease the symptoms associated with cancer as well
- Can also boost your immunity
A hot stone massage from a licensed massage therapist can be perfect for anyone suffering from muscle pain or tension. If you experience a lot of stress or if you can’t sleep at night, then a hot stone massage may be able to help you as well.
If you want to get a hot stone massage done from a licensed massage therapist, then visit the Urban Acupuncture Center. Those who live in Columbus, Clintonville and Ohio can visit the Urban Acupuncture Center to enjoy a variety of massage services from licensed massage therapists.
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Columbus, Ohio (Clintonville) (614) 725-2488 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Jul 1, 2022 | Acupuncture, Massage Therapy
Natural Pain Control After Surgery
Massages are gaining tremendous popularity as a widely used means for post-operative pain treatment means in several hospitals. There may be pain from the operation itself, placement of thoracostomy tubes, or fractured sternum or ribs. What is of great concern is that severe post-surgery pain can restrict movement and respiration during recovery, leading to complications after the operations. A pertinent example of this is deep vein thrombosis.
Post-operation
Massages are a necessary treatment option after surgery. An individual may have to undergo an operation for different reasons. These include common surgery types, such as removing lymph nodes when a person is suffering from cancer or even cosmetic surgery.
After surgery, people may go through excessive pain, scarring, and inflammation. Blockage or damage to the lymphatic system may increase pain and swelling. A massage can aid a patient after the operation by encouraging the process of healing, decomposing scar tissue, and stimulating their lymphatic system.
Massage types
Check out some of these popular massage types one can opt for after consulting a specialist for greater efficacy:
- Sports massage
The massage deploys techniques that are similar to deep tissue and Swedish. Yet, they are especially embraced to handle the impact of athletic performance and the requirements of athletes based on their recovery from injury, performing, and training.
- Deep tissue massage
It is a massage used for releasing chronic forms of muscular tension by using direct friction, pressure, or slow strokes across the muscle grains. The massage is applied to muscles’ deeper layers and with greater pressure as compared to Swedish. That is the reason the massage is referred to as deep tissue massage. It is highly effective when there is chronic muscular tension.
- Neuromuscular massage
It is a type of deep massage which is performed on individual muscles. The massage is mainly used for releasing trigger points and also for increasing blood flow. Neuromuscular massage is also used for reducing pain.
Post-Op Acupuncture – Heal Faster with Less Pain
Acupuncture is a great alternative to traditional painkillers after surgery, and it can even help cut your recovery time in half. Acupuncture and alternative medicine has been used for thousands of years, so it’s no secret it’s an excellent natural option to relieve the pain that comes with surgery.
Healing from surgery can be a long process. Utilizing acupuncture in your recovery can help cut your recovery time in half with most people accelerating healing times by 50-70%.
There are many benefits of using acupuncture after surgery, all of which aid in helping you heal faster and ultimately feel better. Acupuncture is well documented to:
- Inhibit inflammation
- Promote microcirculation
- Alter the perception of pain by inhibiting pain signals
- Encourage endorphin release
- Decrease post-surgery stress
- Boost your immune system
- Minimize drug side-effects
- Reduce internal and external scarring
Looking for a reliable service provider for your post-operative pain treatment? Contact Urban Acupuncture Center for the massage or acupuncture that is most suitable for your condition.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Apr 10, 2022 | Massage Therapy
Labor and Delivery Relaxation
Labor is undoubtedly the most difficult period for a woman. Natural deliveries are preceded by long labor. Under these circumstances, any technique to make the birthing experience easier is most welcome. Massage therapy is now being recognized for its role in easing the birthing process. Massage therapy provides numerous benefits during labor.
1.Relaxes the mind and body.
Labor is associated with a lot of fear and anxiety. This anxiety tenses the muscles of the entire body. This tension often prolongs the labor as the tense muscles restrict the birthing process. The body pain also tires out the mind and reduces its capacity to cope. The result is a harrowing childbirth experience.
Massage therapy relaxes the muscles of the body. This means that pain and discomfort are limited to uterus contractions and do not turn into a pervasive experience.
Pregnancy and childbirth are also the periods when a woman has an enhanced sense of touch. The mother’s body and mind are more receptive to the benefits of massage. Good massage therapy can completely relax the mind and body of the woman. Women who receive massage therapy during labor feel an increased control over the birthing experience.
2.Reduces the possibility of complications.
Childbirth is often associated with complications. Sometimes extensive interventions are needed to complete the childbirth process. Massage therapy reduces this need. This is because massage therapy facilitates the opening up of the birth canal according to the baby’s movements. This quickens the birthing process and reduces the possibility of complications. A relaxed body and mind are conducive to a smooth birthing process.
3.Releases feel-good hormones
The stress associated with childbirth releases different hormones in the mother’s body. Massage reduces the stress-causing chemicals while enhancing the feel-good hormones like endorphins. The endorphins work as natural painkillers and reduce labor pain.
4.Ensures proper oxygen circulation in the body
The shoulders and neck muscles become more tensed during labor. This causes restricted breathing. The result is improper oxygen circulation in the body. Labor massage eases this tension and enables proper breathing by the mother. The mother and baby both benefit from the improved oxygen circulation in the body.
5.Labor feels less painful
Labor is associated with excruciating pain. Massage therapy reduces this pain by interfering with the pain signals sent to the brain. It uses other nerve fibers to alter or inhibit the transmission of pain signals through the nervous system.
Residents of Columbus, Clintonville, Westerville, and Ohio can enjoy the benefits of massage therapy at the Urban Acupuncture Center in their cities.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Mar 10, 2022 | Massage Therapy
Rehabilitate Injured Muscles
Massage Therapy is known for its multiple benefits. The therapy increases the blood flow across body, relaxes the muscle and also calms down the mind. Over the years, massage therapies that target the nervous system and injured muscles have gained a lot of popularity and significance. From athletes to people recovering from physical injuries – all have ventured in massages, especially deep tissue massage, for recovery and well being.
There are many benefits of massage therapy:
Body Repair
The primary benefit of massage therapy is body repair. As deep tissue massage goes, the cells of the body and blood interact with each other and this is known as tissue metabolism. Tissue metabolism plays quite a crucial role in body and muscle repair. Regular deep tissue massage can also lead to enhanced well-being – feeling more energetic, light-weight, and positive.
Improving Muscle Recovery
Muscles face a lot of wear and tear. It’s not just the athletes who test the capacities of the muscles but all of us. We test our muscles by using them incorrectly, through bad postures, prolonged use of a single muscle, sudden lifting of heavyweights. There are many cases of muscle spasms in our daily lives. So, massage therapy can aid in muscle recovery. Different types of massage therapies can be used for different types of muscle tissues – and this treatment is relatively painless and soothing.
Recovery of Injured Muscles
Not just limited to improved flexibility and recovery, massage therapies directly impact the recovery of injured muscles. Through massages, you specifically press the nerves of the affected area, gradually boosting blood flow. These massages work on a deep tissue level – working on the connective tissue and deeper muscle layers. It also allows oxygen and the important nutrients of the muscles to support the healing process.
So, massage therapy can be beneficial for both athletes and non-athletes. In cases of even extreme injury, massage can act as a very important agent of growth and healing. The muscles require the expertise form of touch through the help of pressure points, nervous connections, and muscle layers. There are some massage techniques that combine breathing and massages — these are highly useful in case of mental relief as well. Some massages, like the Trigger point massage, focus on just a particular point – could be the injury sight – and treat it directly. There might be pain felt in such a massage, but this is the pain of healing.
It is, thus highly recommended to indulge in muscle massages for better muscle built and better well-being. There are centers in Columbus, Clintonville, Westerville, Ohio that have expertise in massages. One should visit them if they happen to stay/visit these areas.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Jan 1, 2022 | Massage Therapy
Medical Massage
Medical Massage Therapy is a part of integrative medical practice which is used for both targeted spot work therapy and the general well-being of a patient.
Who is a Medical Massage Therapist
The professional who performs Medical Massage Therapy is called a Medical Massage Therapist. They are LMT (Licensed Medical Therapists) who help in treating medical conditions as diagnosed by a practicing health professional or a doctor. As conventional, alternative and traditional medicine practices are combining for a more holistic treatment of patients, the popularity of Medical Massage Therapist is also rising. These days many hospitals and clinics offer Medical Massage Therapy. In fact, many insurance companies include such treatments in their costs.
Unlike a regular massage therapist, a Medical Massage Therapist receives specialized training to focus on specific problem areas. They are usually more experienced than a general massage therapist and work closely with a doctor, often following their instructions. Their aim is to treat targeted problems and help the patients heal. On the other hand, a general massage therapist works in spas and salons. Their main objective is to offer beautification and promote relaxation to the clients.
Role of a Medical Massage Therapist
Typical responsibilities of a Medical Massage Therapist include –
- Massages of various types and duration, depending on the diagnosis of the patient. They can offer therapeutic or medical massage, based on the requirement.
- Manipulation of the muscle and soft tissues for the treatment of injuries and chronic pain. A therapist may use a variety of different approved massage techniques for this purpose.
- Briefing and explaining different massage techniques and methods to the patients. The idea is to keep the patients well-informed and also teach them some basic movements which they can practice at home for a faster recovery.
- Target specific problem areas and health conditions to alleviate pain and promote well-being. Their area of expertise includes sports related injuries, fibromyalgia, high blood pressure, neuropathy and post care for some forms of cancer.
How to Become a Medical Massage Therapist
Since Medical Massage Therapists work closely with doctors, they need some educational qualifications and skills to get their license. Without a valid license, a Medical Massage Therapist cannot work in certified places like the Urban Acupuncture Center.
Soft Skills
A Medical Massage Therapist needs to be gentle and empathetic. The patients these therapists treat are usually under a lot of pain and discomfort. It is important that a Medical Massage Therapist understands the need of a particular patient and does not push them over their comfort zone.
Direct work with patients also requires a Medical Massage Therapist to have excellent communication skills. They need to mentally prepare a patient to undergo the massage treatment. Often, the treatment itself can be painful. A Medical Massage Therapist should motivate and encourage the patient to carry on without being rough or rude.
Educational Qualifications
To apply for the position of a Medical Massage Therapist, you first to need to obtain a license as a massage therapist. This will include entering a massage education program and devoting 300 to 1,000 hours to training. At the end of this, you must clear the MBLEx (Massage and Bodywork Licensing Exam).
After receiving your massage therapist license, you need to train further and clear the NCBTB (National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork) exam. This will give you the board certification to practice as a Medical Massage Therapist.
Find a Good Medical Massage Therapist
If you are looking for a skilled and reliable Medical Massage Therapist, you should visit Urban Acupuncture Center. They have branches open in Ohio, Clintonville, Columbus and Westerville. At the Urban Acupuncture Center, you will receive therapeutic medical massage which is designed for targeted therapy, specializing in spot work on particular problem areas.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
by urban-acupuncture | Dec 12, 2021 | Acupuncture, Massage Therapy
Immune System Boost
Bacteria, viruses, parasites, and other microbes: every day, we potentially encounter a dizzying variety of illness-causing foreign invaders. Luckily, our body has developed the amazing ability to fight off these invaders in order to keep us healthy.
The immune system is our body’s first line of defense against these viruses, bacteria, and other invaders.
How does the immune system work? When the body senses a bacteria, virus, or other unknown substance, it immediately rushes white blood cells and antibodies to the area of infection. These specialized cells surround and destroy the foreign invaders.
Of course, the immune system is not always enough to completely keep us healthy. There will always be times when it is necessary to use modern medicine to help fight illness.
But keeping your immune system strong and balanced is your first and best defense against many common, everyday illnesses. And acupuncture and massage therapy can help bring your body back into proper balance and build a strong, healthy immune system.
A Holistic Approach to a Healthy Immune System
We know that our best defense against many illnesses is a strong immune system. Unfortunately, many features of modern life work against a healthy immune response.
Stress, lack of sleep, and poor nutrition are just a few things that can undermine our body’s natural defense systems. And unfortunately, once the immune system is compromised, we become vulnerable to common pathogens causing colds, the flu, allergies, and infection.
A holistic approach to a strong immune system includes establishing a healthy lifestyle, including good nutrition and adequate sleep patterns. You may also want to consider incorporating acupuncture and massage into your holistic approach.
Both acupuncture and massage have been shown to have a powerful boosting effect on the immune system.
One of the primary benefits of both massage therapy and acupuncture is restoring the proper flow of fluids around the body. Stimulating proper blood flow ensures that healthy cells get adequate oxygen and nutrients. It can ensures that illness-fighting white blood cells and antibodies can get to infected areas. And it helps in the more efficient removal of toxins and harmful pathogens.
Massage and acupuncture help to stimulate the autonomic nervous system
Massage and acupuncture also help to stimulate the autonomic nervous system. The autonomic nervous system regulates all of our body’s automatic functions, including the natural immune response to disease. By bringing the body back into balance with itself, the autonomic nervous system can more effectively focus on fighting off foreign invaders.
Finally, both acupuncture and massage therapy can reduce the level of cortisol, also known as the “stress hormone”, in the body. Elevated levels of cortisol due to stress can inhibit the proper function of the immune system. Stimulating relaxation and stress-reduction reduces cortisol levels, again enabling the body to focus on its ability to self-heal.
Neither massage therapy nor acupuncture can cure common ailments like a cold or the flu. But, they can play a vital role in keeping you healthy by strengthening your natural self-healing mechanism: the immune system.
So if you are concerned that a weakened immune system may be compromising your ability to fight off the common cold, the flu, and other seasonal illnesses, schedule your acupuncture and massage therapy treatments today.
Contact Urban Acupuncture Center in Columbus, OH For More Information
For more information about how acupuncture, massage therapy and other alternative healing treatments can help you, please contact the Urban Acupuncture Center Board Certified Licensed Acupuncturist’s team at Indianola Ave, Clintonville (614) 725-2488 | Main St, Westerville (614) 426-4406 or click here. Taking new patients in and around greater Columbus, Ohio.
