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Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best-known type of massage. If it's you're first time at the spa, Swedish massage is the perfect place to start.
What You Need to Know About Swedish Massage
* During Swedish massage, massage therapists use massage oils to facilitate smooth, gliding strokes over the entire body. Other classic Swedish massage moves include kneading, friction, stretching and (sometimes) tapping.
* Swedish massage uses firm but gentle pressure to promote relaxation, ease muscle tension and create other health benefits.
* Generally during Swedish massage you're nude underneath a towel or sheet. The therapist uncovers only the part of the body he/she is working on, a technique called "draping".
* You can keep your underwear on during Swedish massage, and many newcomers do.
* Feel free to state your preference for pressure during Swedish massage. It can range from light to firm. Swedish massage usually includes some deeper work on areas of specific muscle tension. If you want more intensive work and firmer pressure, get a deep tissue massage.
* Swedish massage was pioneered by a Swedish physiologist, Henri Peter Ling, at the University of Stockholm in 1812. It was introduced to the U.S. in 1858 as "The Swedish Movement Cure."
* Swedish massage is the foundation for other types of Western massage, including sports massage, deep tissue massage and aromatherapy massage.
What is a Swedish Massage?
The term "Swedish Massage" refers to a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart.
Swedish massage was developed in the 1700's by a Swedish doctor named Per Henrik Ling.
Purpose of Swedish Massage
The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.
Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable. Swedish massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothes the nerves themselves at the same time. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress management. It also has many specific medical uses.
Swedish Massage Techniques
Swedish massage techniques include: long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, effleurage, and shaking motions. The usually sequence of techniques are:
1. Effleurage: Gliding strokes with the palms, thumbs and/or fingertips
2. Petrissage: Kneading movements with the hands, thumbs and/or fingers
3. Friction: Circular pressures with the palms of hands, thumbs and/or fingers
4. Vibration: Oscillatory movements that shake or vibrate the body
5. Percussion: Brisk hacking or tapping
6. Passive and active movements: Bending and stretching
Benefits of Swedish Massage
Swedish massage feels good, is relaxing and invigorating. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation, while promoting health and well being.
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Massage Therapy
This article is part of the branches of CAM series.
Complementary and alternative medicine Classifications
NCCAM: Manipulative and body-based methods
Modality: Professionalized
Massage in Frankfurt, Germany.
Manipulative and body-based methods - edit
* Acupressure
* Body work
* Manipulative therapy
* Massage therapy
* Manual lymphatic drainage
* Naprapathy
* Structural Integration
* Shiatsu
* Tui na
NCCAM classifications
1. Alternative Medical Systems
2. Mind-Body Intervention
3. Biologically Based Therapy
4. Manipulative Methods
5. Energy Therapy
See also
* Alternative medicine
* Glossary of alternative medicine
Sister project Look up massage in Wiktionary, the free dictionary.
Massage is the practice of soft tissue manipulation with physical, functional, and in some cases psychological purposes and goals.[1] The word comes from the French massage "friction of kneading", or from Arabic massa meaning "to touch, feel or handle" or from Latin massa meaning "mass, dough".[2][3] An older etymology may even have been the Hebrew me-sakj "to anoint with oil". In distinction the ancient Greek word for massage was anatripsis,[4] and the Latin was frictio.
Massage involves acting on and manipulating the body with pressure – structured, unstructured, stationary, or moving – tension, motion, or vibration, done manually or with mechanical aids. Target tissues may include muscles, tendons, ligaments, skin, joints, or other connective tissue, as well as lymphatic vessels, or organs of the gastrointestinal system. Massage can be applied with the hands, fingers, elbows, forearm, and feet. There are over eighty different recognized massage modalities. [5] The most cited reasons for introducing massage as therapy have been client demand and perceived clinical effectiveness.[6]
In professional settings massage involves the client being treated while lying on a massage table, sitting in a massage chair, or lying on a mat on the floor. The massage subject may be fully or partly unclothed. Parts of the body may be covered with towels or sheets.
Contents
* 1 History
o 1.1 Ancient and medieval times
o 1.2 Modern times
* 2 Equipment
o 2.1 Tables and chairs
o 2.2 Oil
* 3 Massage methods
o 3.1 Acupressure
o 3.2 Anma
o 3.3 Ayurvedic massage
o 3.4 Balinese massage
o 3.5 Barefoot Deep Tissue
o 3.6 Bowen therapy
o 3.7 Breema
o 3.8 Champissage
o 3.9 Deep Tissue Massage
o 3.10 Esalen Massage
o 3.11 Hilot
o 3.12 Lomi Lomi
o 3.13 Medical massage
o 3.14 Meso-American
o 3.15 Myofascial release
o 3.16 Postural Integration (PI)
o 3.17 Raynor Massage
o 3.18 Reflexology massage
o 3.19 Russian Massage
o 3.20 Shiatsu
o 3.21 Stone massage
o 3.22 Structural Integration
o 3.23 Swedish massage
o 3.24 Thai massage
o 3.25 Traditional Chinese massage
o 3.26 Trager Approach
o 3.27 Trigger point therapy
o 3.28 Visceral manipulation
o 3.29 Watsu
* 4 Associated methods
* 5 Beneficial effects
o 5.1 Single dose effects
o 5.2 Multiple dose effects
* 6 Regulation
* 7 Prevalence in the United States
* 8 Notes
* 9 See also
* 10 External links
History
Drawings of accupressure points on Sen lines at Wat Pho temple in Thailand.
[edit] Ancient and medieval times
Writings on massage have been found in many ancient civilizations including Rome, Greece, India, Japan, China, Egypt and Mesopotamia. A biblical reference from c.493 BC documents daily massage with olive oil and myrrh as a part of the beauty regimen of the wives of Xerxes. (Esther, 2:9-12) [5]Hippocrates wrote in 460 BC that "The physician must be experienced in many things, but assuredly in rubbing".[7]
The ancient Chinese book called Huangdi Neijing by the Yellow Emperor recommended "massage of skin and flesh".[8] The technique of massage abortion, involving the application of pressure to the pregnant abdomen, has been practiced in Southeast Asia for centuries. One of the bas reliefs decorating the temple of Angkor Wat in Cambodia, dated circa 1150, depicts a demon performing such an abortion upon a woman who has been sent to the underworld. This is believed to be the oldest known visual representation of abortion.[9]
In Romania some illnesses were treated by a massage in which the client was trodden on by a tame bear.[10].
Modern times
Marathon runners receiving massages at the 2004 ING Taipei International Marathon
China: In modern times, massage in China has developed by absorbing western ideas into the traditional framework. It is widely practiced and taught in hospital and medical schools and is an essential part of primary healthcare.[11]
United States: Massage started to become popular in the United States in the middle part of the 1800s [5]and was introduced by two New York physicians based on Per Henrik Ling's techniques developed in Sweden.[7]
During the 1930s and 1940s massage's influence decreased as a result of medical advancements of the time, while in the 1970s massage's influence grew once again with a notable rise among athletes. [5] Massage was used up until the 1960s and 1970s by nurses to help ease patients’ pain and help them sleep.[12]
Because it is illegal to advertise or offer sexual services in much of the United States, such services are sometimes advertised as "massage," hence the rise of the term "massage therapy" in an attempt to provide a distinction between sexual and non-sexual services.
United Kingdom: Massage is popular in the United Kingdom today and gaining in popularity. There are many private practitioners working from their own premises as well as those who operate from commercial venues.
Massage in sports, business and organizations: The 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta was the first time that massage was offered as a core medical service. [8]Massage has been employed by businesses and organizations such as the U.S. Department of Justice, Boeing and Reebok.[13]
Equipment
Massage tables
Massage chairs in use
Tables and chairs
Specialized massage tables and chairs are used to position clients during massages. A typical commercial massage table has an easily cleaned, heavily padded surface, and a horseshoe-shaped head support that allows the client to breathe easily while lying face down and can be stationary or portable. An orthopedic pillow or bolster can be used to correct body positioning.
Ergonomic chairs serve a similar function as a massage table. Chairs may be either stationary or portable models. Massage chairs are easier for the practitioner to transport than massage tables, and clients do not need to disrobe to receive a chair massage. Due to these two factors, chair massage is often performed in settings such as corporate offices, outdoor festivals, shopping malls, and other public locations.
Oil
Many different types of oils can be used including fractionated coconut oil, grape seed oil, macadamia oil, sesame oil, pecan oil, and mustard oil. Aromatherapy oils such as neroli oil and pine oil can also be mixed with carrier oils. Salts are also used in association with oils to remove dry skin.
Massage methods
Practitioners of massage include massage therapists, athletic trainers and physical therapists. Massage practitioners work in a variety of medical and recreational settings and may travel to private residences or businesses.[5] Contraindications to massage include deep vein thrombosis, bleeding disorders or taking blood thinners such as Warfarin, damaged blood vessels, weakened bones from cancer, osteoporosis, or fractures, and fever.[5]
Acupressure
Main article: Acupressure
Acupressure (a blend of "acupuncture" and "pressure") is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technique derived from acupuncture. In acupressure physical pressure is applied to acupuncture points by the hand, elbow, or with various devices.
Indian Traction Massage in marma therapy given in Sreepathy cvn kalari for intervertebral disc prolapse
Anma
Main article: Anma
Anma is a traditional Chinese massage involving kneading and deep tissue work.
Ayurvedic massage
Ayurveda is a natural health care system originating in India that incorporates massage, yoga, meditation and herbal remedies. Ayurvedic massage, also known as Abhyanga is usually performed by one or two therapists using a heated blend of herbal oils based on the ayurvedic system of humors.
Balinese massage
Balinese massage techniques are gentle which makes the patient feel relaxed and calm throughout. The techniques include skin rolling, kneading, stroking, etc. The massage therapist applies aromatheraphy oil throughout the massage. A patient's blood, oxygen and energy flow is said to increase as a result of the treatment.[citation needed] Balinese hot stones are an option.
Barefoot Deep Tissue
Barefoot Deep Tissue also known as Barefoot Compressive Deep Tissue, or Barefoot Sports Massage, is a blend of Eastern barefoot techniques, such as Barefoot Shiatsu Massage, coupled with Western manual medicine, encompassing Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, transverse friction, compression, tension, shear, PNF, stretching, as well as parasympathetic response, on clothed clients using no oil. Dara Torres, 41-year old olympian, received barefoot compression massage on a daily basis in her training program.[14]
This modality typically uses the heel, sesamoid, arch and/or whole plantar surface of foot, and offers large compression, tension and shear forces with less pressure than elbow or thumb, and is ideal for large muscles, such as in thigh, or for long-duration upper trapezius compressions.[15]. The unclothed cousins of this modality are Keralite, Yumeiho, Barefoot Lomi Lomi, Fijian Barefoot, Chavutti Thirummal.
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy, which is a form of barefoot effleurage, combines western science and contemporary American ingenuity, for therapists who specialize in deep tissue work using Swedish techniques performed by the massage therapists feet.[16]
Bowen therapy
Bowen technique involves a rolling movement over fascia, muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints. It is said not to involve deep or prolonged contact with muscle tissues as in most kinds of massage, but claims to relieve muscle tensions and strains and to restore normal lymphatic flow. It is based on practices developed by Australian Tom Bowen.[17]
Breema
Main article: Breema
Breema bodywork is performed on the floor with the recipient fully clothed. It consists of rhythmical and gentle leans and stretches.
Champissage
Main article: Champissage
Champissage is a massage technique focusing on the head, neck and face that is believed to balance the chakras.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in the muscle and the connective tissue or fascia. This type of massage focuses on the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles. Deep tissue massage is often recommended for individuals who experience consistent pain, are involved in heavy physical activity, such as athletes, and patients who have sustained physical injury.
Esalen Massage
Main article: Esalen Institute
Esalen Massage was developed by Charlotte Selver and works with gentle rocking of the body, passive joint exercises and deep structural work on the muscles and joints, together with an energetic balancing of the body.
Hilot
Main article: Hilot
Hilot is an traditional healing technique from the Philippines that also includes massage techniques. The massage techniques relax stressed muscles. Hilot also includes joint manipulations to help relax stressed muscles.
Hilot encompasses a wide variety of techniques beyond the treatment of stressed muscles. Hilot is used to reset dislocated and sprained joints, diagnose and treat musculoligamentous and musculoskeletal ailments, and even to aid in giving birth and to induce abortion.
Massage in Tarifa, Spain.
Lomi Lomi
Main article: Lomi Lomi
Lomilomi is the traditional massage of Hawaii. As an indigenous practice, it varies by island and by family. Lomi Lomi practice by Kahunas (healers) in Polynesia and in Micronesia.
Medical massage
Massage used in the medical field includes decongestive therapy used for lymphedema[5] which can be used in conjunction with the treatment of breast cancer. Carotid sinus massage is used to diagnose carotid sinus syncope and is sometimes useful for differentiating supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) from ventricular tachycardia. It, like the valsalva maneuver, is a therapy for SVT.[18] However, it is less effective than management of SVT with medications.[19]
Meso-American
In Meso-America as in other areas of the world an indigenous form of soft tissue and structural massage has developed. Today this art survives thanks to the many Sobadoras/es or Hueseros/as that have handed-down these techniques via oral tradition.
Myofascial release
Myofascial release refers to the manual massage technique for stretching the fascia and releasing bonds between fascia, integument, and muscles with the goal of eliminating pain, increasing range of motion and equilibrioception. Myofascial release usually involves applying shear compression or tension in various directions, or by skin rolling.
Pebble massage sandals from Dalian, China.
Postural Integration (PI)
Postural Integration (PI) is a process-oriented bodywork combining deep tissue massage with breathwork, body movement and awareness as well as emotional expression.
Raynor Massage
Raynor Massage has a goal of finding any tension in the muscles and any blockage in the flow of chi and getting rid of it. Usually it is a very deep tissue form of massage with an emphasis on deep abdominal massage and "emotional releases".
Reflexology massage
Main article: reflexology
Reflexology is based on the principle that there are reflexes in the hands and feet that relate to every organ, gland, and system of the body.
Russian Massage
Russian Massage has three phases. The first phase is gentle, slow and mild. The second phase is hard, deep and fast. The third phase is similar to the first phase which is slow and gentle. The massage therapist applies honey.
Shiatsu
Main article: Shiatsu
Shiatsu (指圧) ("shi" meaning finger and "atsu" meaning pressure.) is an eastern (oriental) born therapy that uses pressure applied with thumbs, fingers and palms to the same energy meridians as acupressure and incorporates stretching. It also uses techniques such as rolling, brushing, vibrating, grasping and in one particular technique developed by Suzuki Yamamoto, pressure is applied with the feet on the persons back, legs and feet (special set up is required for the "foot" shiatsu).
A hot stone massage.
Stone massage
Main article: stone massage
A stone massage uses cold or water-heated stones to apply pressure and heat to the body. Stones coated in oil can also be used by the therapist delivering various massaging strokes.
[edit] Structural Integration
Main article: Structural Integration
Structural Integration's aim is to unwind the strain patterns residing in your body's myofascial system, restoring it to its natural balance, alignment, length, and ease. This is accomplished by deep, slow, fascial and myofascial manipulation, coupled with movement re-education. Various brands of Structural Integration are Kinesis Myofascial Integration and rolfing.
[edit] Swedish massage
Swedish massage uses five styles of long, flowing strokes to massage. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber)). Swedish massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee over a period of eight weeks.[20] It has also been shown to be helpful in individuals with poor circulation. The development of Swedish massage is credited to Per Henrik Ling, though the Dutch practitioner Johan Georg Mezger adopted the French names to denote the basic strokes.[21] The term "Swedish" massage is not really known in the country of Sweden, where it is called "classic massage".[22]
Thai Massage
Thai massage
Main article: Thai massage
Known in Thailand as นวดแผนโบราณ (Nuat phaen boran, IPA [nuɑt pʰɛn boraːn]), meaning "ancient/traditional massage", Thai massage originated in India and is based on ayurveda and yoga. The technique combines massage with yoga-like positions during the course of the massage; the northern style emphasizes stretching while the southern style emphasizes acupressure.
Traditional Chinese massage
Two types of traditional Chinese massage exist - Tui na (推拿) which focuses on pushing, stretching and kneading the muscle and Zhi Ya (指壓) which focuses on pinching and pressing at acupressure points. Both are based on principles from Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Trager Approach
Main article: Trager Approach
The Trager approach combines movement, massage and education.
Trigger point therapy
Sometimes confused with pressure point massage,[5] this involves deactivating trigger points that may cause local pain or refer pain and other sensations, such as headaches, in other parts of the body. Manual pressure, vibration, injection, or other treatment is applied to these points to relieve myofascial pain. Trigger points were first discovered and mapped by Janet G. Travell (president Kennedy's physician) and David Simons. Trigger points have been photomicrographed and measured electrically[23], and in 2007 a paper was presented showing images of Trigger Points using MRI[24]. These points relate to dysfunction in the myoneural junction, also called neuromuscular junction (NMJ), in muscle, and therefore this modality is different from reflexology, acupressure and pressure point massage.
Visceral manipulation
One form is Mayan abdominal massage which is practiced in many countries in Latin America. This type of massage was developed by Elijio Panti of Belize and brought to the United States by Rosita Arvigo. Even though Panti was a respected and well known user of Mayan massage, he did not develop this modality. "Mayan Massage" techniques have been used since before the Spanish conquest and is still practiced today by many Sobadores or Hueseros.
Watsu
Main article: Watsu
Watsu is the combination of hydrotherapy and shiatsu developed by Harold Dull. The work is done in skin temperature water with both the therapist and practitioner in the water, usually a pool which is between 3.5 ft to 4 ft (100–120 cm) deep. The work entails much movement in the water and practitioners believe that it incorporates the activation of the energy lines derived from shiatsu.
Associated methods
Many types of practices are associated with massage and include bodywork, manual therapy, energy medicine, and breathwork. Other names for massage and related practices include hands-on work, body/somatic therapy, and somatic movement education. Body-mind integration techniques stress self-awareness and movement over physical manipulations by a practitioner. Therapies related to movement awareness/education are closer to Dance and movement therapies. Massage can also have connections with the New Age movement and alternative medicine as well as being used by mainstream medical practitioners.
Beneficial effects
Le massage: scène au Hammam by Edouard Debat-Ponsan (1883)
Peer-reviewed medical research has shown that the benefits of massage include pain relief, reduced trait anxiety and depression, and temporarily reduced blood pressure, heart rate, and state anxiety.[25] Theories behind what massage might do include blocking nociception (gate control theory), activating the parasympathetic nervous system which may stimulate the release of endorphins and serotonin, preventing fibrosis or scar tissue, increasing the flow of lymph, and improving sleep[5] but such effects are yet to be supported by well designed clinical studies.
Massage is hindered from reaching the gold standard of scientific research which includes placebo-controlled and double blind clinical trials.[26][27] Developing a "sham" manual therapy for massage would be difficult since even light touch massage could not be assumed to be completely devoid of effects on the subject.[26] It would also be difficult to find a subject that would not notice that they were getting less of a massage and it would be impossible to blind the therapist.[26] Massage can employ randomized controlled trials which are published in peer reviewed medical journals.[26] This type of study could increase the credibility of the profession because it displays that purported therapeutic effects are reproducible.[27]
Single dose effects
Mechanical massage chairs at VivoCity in Singapore.
* Pain relief: Relief from pain due to musculoskeletal injuries and other causes is cited as a major benefit of massage.[5] In one study, cancer patients self-reported symptomatic relief of pain.[28][29] This study, however, did not include a placebo control group so these effects may be due to the placebo effect or regression towards the mean. Acupressure or pressure point massage may be more beneficial than classic Swedish massage in relieving back pain.[30] However, a meta-study conducted by scientists at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign failed to find a statistically significant reduction in pain immediately following treatment.[25]
* State anxiety: Massage has been shown to reduce state anxiety, a transient measure of anxiety in a given situation.[25]
* Blood pressure and heart rate: Massage has been shown to reduce blood pressure and heart rate as temporary effects.[25]
* Attention: After massage, EEG patterns indicate enhanced performance and alertness on mathematical computations, with the effects perhaps being mediated by decreased stress hormones.
* Other: Massage also stimulates the immune system[31] by increasing peripheral blood lymphocytes (PBLs). However, this immune system effect is only observed in aromatherapy massage, which includes sweet almond oil, lavender oil, cypress oil, and sweet marjoram oil. It is unclear whether this effect persists over the long term.
Multiple dose effects
* Pain relief: When combined with education and exercises, massage might help sub-acute, chronic, non-specific low back pain.[32] Furthermore, massage has been shown to reduce pain experienced in the days or weeks after treatment.[25]
* Trait anxiety: Massage has been shown to reduce trait anxiety; a person's general susceptibility to anxiety.[25]
* Depression: Massage has been shown to reduce subclinical depression.[25]
* Diseases: Massage, involving stretching, has been shown to help with spastic diplegia resulting from Cerebral palsy in a small pilot study.[33] The researchers warn that these results should "be viewed with caution until a double-blind controlled trial can be conducted". Massage has been used in an effort to improve symptoms, disease progression, and quality of life in HIV patients, however, this treatment is not scientifically supported.[34]
Regulation
In the United States there are about 90,000 massage therapists.[7] Training programs in the US are typically 500–1000 hours in length, and can award a certificate, diploma, or degree depending on the particular school. [35] There are around 1,300 programs training massage therapists in the country and study will often include anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, massage techniques, first aid and CPR, business, ethical and legal issues, and hands on practice along with continuing education requirements if regulated.[5] The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) is one of the organizations that works with massage schools in the U.S..
Thirty-nine states, the District of Columbia and four Canadian provinces currently offer some type of credential to professionals in the massage and bodywork field---usually licensure, certification or registration.[6] Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia require some type of licensing for massage therapists. [36] In the US, 32 states use the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork's certification program as a basis for granting licenses either by rule or statute.[37] The National Board grants the designation Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB). There are two tests available and one can become certified through a portfolio process with equivalent training and experience.[38] Between 10% and 20% of towns or counties regulate the profession.[39] These local regulations can range from prohibition on opposite sex massage, fingerprinting and venereal checks from a doctor, to prohibition on house calls because of concern regarding sale of sexual services.[39][40]
In the US, licensure is the highest level of regulation and this restricts anyone without a license from practicing massage therapy or by calling themselves that protected title. Certification allows only those who meet certain educational criteria to use the protected title and registration only requires a listing of therapists who apply and meet an educational requirement.[40]
In late 2007, the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards launched a new certification exam titled the MBLEx. Approximately 13 states have accepted this certification exam.
In Canada only three provinces regulate massage therapy[41]: British Columbia, Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador.[39] The Canadian Massage Therapists Alliance (CMTA) has set a level of 2200 practice hours in Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador and 3000 hours in British Columbia, which has the highest education standard in North America.[41]
In New Zealand, massage is unregulated. There are two levels of "registration" with Massage New Zealand, the professional body for massage therapists within New Zealand, although neither of these levels are government recognised. Registration at the Certified Massage Therapist level denotes competency in the practice of relaxation massage. Registration at the Remedial massage therapist denotes competency in the practice of remedial or orthopedic massage. Both levels of registration are defined by agreed minimum competencies and minimum hours.
In India, massage therapy is licenced by The Department of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (India) in March 1995.
Because the art and science of massage is a globally diverse phenomenon, different legal jurisdictions sometimes recognize and license individuals with titles. Examples are:
* Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) Canada
* Remedial Massage Therapist (RMT) New Zealand
* Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) New Zealand
* Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP)
* Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
* Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist (LMBT) North Carolina
In South Korea, only blind and visually-impaired people can become licensed masseurs.[42]
[edit] Prevalence in the United States
In 1997 there was an estimated 114 million visits to massage therapists in the US.[35] Massage therapy is the most used type of complementary and alternative medicine in hospitals in the United States.[6]
People state that they use massage because they believe that it relieves pain from musculoskeletal injuries and other causes of pain, reduces stress and enhances relaxation, rehabilitates sports injuries, decreases feelings of anxiety and depression, and increases general well being.[5]
In a poll of 25-35 year olds 79% said they would like their health insurance plan to cover massage.[8] Companies that offer massage to their employees include Allstate, Best Buy, Cisco Systems, FedEx, Gannett (which runs USA Today), General Electric, Hewlett-Packard, Home Depot, JC Penney, Kimberly-Clark, Texas Instruments and Yahoo. In 2006 Duke University Health System opened up a center to integrate medical disciplines with CAM disciplines such as massage therapy and acupuncture.[43] There were 15,500 spas in the United States in 2007 with about a third of the visitors being men.[36]
The number of visits rose from 91 million in 1999 to 136 million in 2003, generating a revenue that equals $11 billion.[44]
Notes
1. ^ Definition of massage, Prescottlmt.com
2. ^ Online Etymology Dictionary, massage
3. ^ Merriam Webster Dictionary Online, massage
4. ^ Calvert, R. (2002-04-01). "The History of Massage: An Illustrated Survey from Around the World". Healing Arts Press. http://books.google.com/books?id=KEyOi-KN0rgC&pg=PA2&lpg=PA2&dq=massage+etymology&source=web&ots=DL_HWZvu1Y&sig=_GPxSzQ6nGTOUuKWORf1xy_Nj64#PPA1,M1.
5. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "Massage Therapy as CAM". The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM). 2006-09-01. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/massage/. Retrieved on 2007-09-26.
6. ^ a b c "Policy for Therapeutic Massage in an Academic Health Center: A Model for Standard Policy Development". The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 2007. http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdf?vid=4&hid=113&sid=b53edf1d-ce65-438c-ab52-d14158569e4a%40sessionmgr109. Retrieved on 2007-09-26. 13 (4) pp.471-475
7. ^ a b c "Massage Therapy". Harvard Men’s Health Watch. 2006-09-01. http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdf?vid=4&hid=13&sid=b53edf1d-ce65-438c-ab52-d14158569e4a%40sessionmgr109. Retrieved on 2007-09-26. 11 (2) pp.6-7
8. ^ a b c "Massage Facts". National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. http://www.ncbtmb.com/consumers_massage_facts.php. Retrieved on 2007-09-27.
9. ^ Potts, Malcolm, & Campbell, Martha. (2002). History of contraception. Gynecology and Obstetrics, vol.6, ch.8.
10. ^ călcá in the Dicţionarul etimologic român, Alexandru Ciorănescu, Universidad de la Laguna, Tenerife, 1958-1966
11. ^ What is Traditional Chinese Massage?
12. ^ MacGregor, H. (2004-12-28). "Hospitals Getting a Grip: Massage Therapy Finds Place in Patient Care for FM and More". Los Angeles Times. http://www.immunesupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm/id/6151/searchtext/massage%20and%20cancer%20pain. Retrieved on 2007-08-31.
13. ^ Goodman, T. (2000-12-28). "Massage craze: Hands-on therapy attracting more patients". CNN. http://archives.cnn.com/2000/HEALTH/alternative/12/28/massage.therapy/index.html. Retrieved on 2007-08-31.
14. ^ Aug. 15: Spoiler alerts! From ESPN bureau producer Justine Gubar
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[edit] See also
* Applied kinesiology
* Erotic massage
* Massage therapist organizations
* Physical medicine and rehabilitation
[edit] External links
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Swedish massage is the most commonly offered and best-known type of massage. If it's you're first time at the spa, Swedish massage is the perfect place to start.
What You Need to Know About Swedish Massage
* During Swedish massage, massage therapists use massage oils to facilitate smooth, gliding strokes over the entire body. Other classic Swedish massage moves include kneading, friction, stretching and (sometimes) tapping.
* Swedish massage uses firm but gentle pressure to promote relaxation, ease muscle tension and create other health benefits.
* Generally during Swedish massage you're nude underneath a towel or sheet. The therapist uncovers only the part of the body he/she is working on, a technique called "draping".
* You can keep your underwear on during Swedish massage, and many newcomers do.
* Feel free to state your preference for pressure during Swedish massage. It can range from light to firm. Swedish massage usually includes some deeper work on areas of specific muscle tension. If you want more intensive work and firmer pressure, get a deep tissue massage.
* Swedish massage was pioneered by a Swedish physiologist, Henri Peter Ling, at the University of Stockholm in 1812. It was introduced to the U.S. in 1858 as "The Swedish Movement Cure."
* Swedish massage is the foundation for other types of Western massage, including sports massage, deep tissue massage and aromatherapy massage.
What is a Swedish Massage?
The term "Swedish Massage" refers to a variety of techniques specifically designed to relax muscles by applying pressure to them against deeper muscles and bones, and rubbing in the same direction as the flow of blood returning to the heart.
Swedish massage was developed in the 1700's by a Swedish doctor named Per Henrik Ling.
Purpose of Swedish Massage
The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase the oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles.
Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, uric acid, and other metabolic wastes. It increases circulation without increasing heart load. It stretches the ligaments and tendons keeping them supple and pliable. Swedish massage also stimulates the skin and nervous system and soothes the nerves themselves at the same time. It reduces stress, both emotional and physical, and is suggested in a regular program for stress management. It also has many specific medical uses.
Swedish Massage Techniques
Swedish massage techniques include: long strokes, kneading, friction, tapping, percussion, vibration, effleurage, and shaking motions. The usually sequence of techniques are:
1. Effleurage: Gliding strokes with the palms, thumbs and/or fingertips
2. Petrissage: Kneading movements with the hands, thumbs and/or fingers
3. Friction: Circular pressures with the palms of hands, thumbs and/or fingers
4. Vibration: Oscillatory movements that shake or vibrate the body
5. Percussion: Brisk hacking or tapping
6. Passive and active movements: Bending and stretching
Benefits of Swedish Massage
Swedish massage feels good, is relaxing and invigorating. It affects the nerves, muscles, glands, and circulation, while promoting health and well being.
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Massage Therapy
This article is part of the branches of CAM series.
Complementary and alternative medicine Classifications
NCCAM: Manipulative and body-based methods
Modality: Professionalized
Massage in Frankfurt, Germany.
Manipulative and body-based methods - edit
* Acupressure
* Body work
* Manipulative therapy
* Massage therapy
* Manual lymphatic drainage
* Naprapathy
* Structural Integration
* Shiatsu
* Tui na
NCCAM classifications
1. Alternative Medical Systems
2. Mind-Body Intervention
3. Biologically Based Therapy
4. Manipulative Methods
5. Energy Therapy
See also
* Alternative medicine
* Glossary of alternative medicine
Sister project Look up massage in Wiktionary, the free dictionary.
Massage is the practice of soft tissue manipulation with physical, functional, and in some cases psychological purposes and goals.[1] The word comes from the French massage "friction of kneading", or from Arabic massa meaning "to touch, feel or handle" or from Latin massa meaning "mass, dough".[2][3] An older etymology may even have been the Hebrew me-sakj "to anoint with oil". In distinction the ancient Greek word for massage was anatripsis,[4] and the Latin was frictio.
Massage involves acting on and manipulating the body with pressure – structured, unstructured, stationary, or moving – tension, motion, or vibration, done manually or with mechanical aids. Target tissues may include muscles, tendons, ligaments, skin, joints, or other connective tissue, as well as lymphatic vessels, or organs of the gastrointestinal system. Massage can be applied with the hands, fingers, elbows, forearm, and feet. There are over eighty different recognized massage modalities. [5] The most cited reasons for introducing massage as therapy have been client demand and perceived clinical effectiveness.[6]
In professional settings massage involves the client being treated while lying on a massage table, sitting in a massage chair, or lying on a mat on the floor. The massage subject may be fully or partly unclothed. Parts of the body may be covered with towels or sheets.
Contents
* 1 History
o 1.1 Ancient and medieval times
o 1.2 Modern times
* 2 Equipment
o 2.1 Tables and chairs
o 2.2 Oil
* 3 Massage methods
o 3.1 Acupressure
o 3.2 Anma
o 3.3 Ayurvedic massage
o 3.4 Balinese massage
o 3.5 Barefoot Deep Tissue
o 3.6 Bowen therapy
o 3.7 Breema
o 3.8 Champissage
o 3.9 Deep Tissue Massage
o 3.10 Esalen Massage
o 3.11 Hilot
o 3.12 Lomi Lomi
o 3.13 Medical massage
o 3.14 Meso-American
o 3.15 Myofascial release
o 3.16 Postural Integration (PI)
o 3.17 Raynor Massage
o 3.18 Reflexology massage
o 3.19 Russian Massage
o 3.20 Shiatsu
o 3.21 Stone massage
o 3.22 Structural Integration
o 3.23 Swedish massage
o 3.24 Thai massage
o 3.25 Traditional Chinese massage
o 3.26 Trager Approach
o 3.27 Trigger point therapy
o 3.28 Visceral manipulation
o 3.29 Watsu
* 4 Associated methods
* 5 Beneficial effects
o 5.1 Single dose effects
o 5.2 Multiple dose effects
* 6 Regulation
* 7 Prevalence in the United States
* 8 Notes
* 9 See also
* 10 External links
History
Drawings of accupressure points on Sen lines at Wat Pho temple in Thailand.
[edit] Ancient and medieval times
Writings on massage have been found in many ancient civilizations including Rome, Greece, India, Japan, China, Egypt and Mesopotamia. A biblical reference from c.493 BC documents daily massage with olive oil and myrrh as a part of the beauty regimen of the wives of Xerxes. (Esther, 2:9-12) [5]Hippocrates wrote in 460 BC that "The physician must be experienced in many things, but assuredly in rubbing".[7]
The ancient Chinese book called Huangdi Neijing by the Yellow Emperor recommended "massage of skin and flesh".[8] The technique of massage abortion, involving the application of pressure to the pregnant abdomen, has been practiced in Southeast Asia for centuries. One of the bas reliefs decorating the temple of Angkor Wat in Cambodia, dated circa 1150, depicts a demon performing such an abortion upon a woman who has been sent to the underworld. This is believed to be the oldest known visual representation of abortion.[9]
In Romania some illnesses were treated by a massage in which the client was trodden on by a tame bear.[10].
Modern times
Marathon runners receiving massages at the 2004 ING Taipei International Marathon
China: In modern times, massage in China has developed by absorbing western ideas into the traditional framework. It is widely practiced and taught in hospital and medical schools and is an essential part of primary healthcare.[11]
United States: Massage started to become popular in the United States in the middle part of the 1800s [5]and was introduced by two New York physicians based on Per Henrik Ling's techniques developed in Sweden.[7]
During the 1930s and 1940s massage's influence decreased as a result of medical advancements of the time, while in the 1970s massage's influence grew once again with a notable rise among athletes. [5] Massage was used up until the 1960s and 1970s by nurses to help ease patients’ pain and help them sleep.[12]
Because it is illegal to advertise or offer sexual services in much of the United States, such services are sometimes advertised as "massage," hence the rise of the term "massage therapy" in an attempt to provide a distinction between sexual and non-sexual services.
United Kingdom: Massage is popular in the United Kingdom today and gaining in popularity. There are many private practitioners working from their own premises as well as those who operate from commercial venues.
Massage in sports, business and organizations: The 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta was the first time that massage was offered as a core medical service. [8]Massage has been employed by businesses and organizations such as the U.S. Department of Justice, Boeing and Reebok.[13]
Equipment
Massage tables
Massage chairs in use
Tables and chairs
Specialized massage tables and chairs are used to position clients during massages. A typical commercial massage table has an easily cleaned, heavily padded surface, and a horseshoe-shaped head support that allows the client to breathe easily while lying face down and can be stationary or portable. An orthopedic pillow or bolster can be used to correct body positioning.
Ergonomic chairs serve a similar function as a massage table. Chairs may be either stationary or portable models. Massage chairs are easier for the practitioner to transport than massage tables, and clients do not need to disrobe to receive a chair massage. Due to these two factors, chair massage is often performed in settings such as corporate offices, outdoor festivals, shopping malls, and other public locations.
Oil
Many different types of oils can be used including fractionated coconut oil, grape seed oil, macadamia oil, sesame oil, pecan oil, and mustard oil. Aromatherapy oils such as neroli oil and pine oil can also be mixed with carrier oils. Salts are also used in association with oils to remove dry skin.
Massage methods
Practitioners of massage include massage therapists, athletic trainers and physical therapists. Massage practitioners work in a variety of medical and recreational settings and may travel to private residences or businesses.[5] Contraindications to massage include deep vein thrombosis, bleeding disorders or taking blood thinners such as Warfarin, damaged blood vessels, weakened bones from cancer, osteoporosis, or fractures, and fever.[5]
Acupressure
Main article: Acupressure
Acupressure (a blend of "acupuncture" and "pressure") is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) technique derived from acupuncture. In acupressure physical pressure is applied to acupuncture points by the hand, elbow, or with various devices.
Indian Traction Massage in marma therapy given in Sreepathy cvn kalari for intervertebral disc prolapse
Anma
Main article: Anma
Anma is a traditional Chinese massage involving kneading and deep tissue work.
Ayurvedic massage
Ayurveda is a natural health care system originating in India that incorporates massage, yoga, meditation and herbal remedies. Ayurvedic massage, also known as Abhyanga is usually performed by one or two therapists using a heated blend of herbal oils based on the ayurvedic system of humors.
Balinese massage
Balinese massage techniques are gentle which makes the patient feel relaxed and calm throughout. The techniques include skin rolling, kneading, stroking, etc. The massage therapist applies aromatheraphy oil throughout the massage. A patient's blood, oxygen and energy flow is said to increase as a result of the treatment.[citation needed] Balinese hot stones are an option.
Barefoot Deep Tissue
Barefoot Deep Tissue also known as Barefoot Compressive Deep Tissue, or Barefoot Sports Massage, is a blend of Eastern barefoot techniques, such as Barefoot Shiatsu Massage, coupled with Western manual medicine, encompassing Deep Tissue, Myofascial Release, Trigger Point Therapy, transverse friction, compression, tension, shear, PNF, stretching, as well as parasympathetic response, on clothed clients using no oil. Dara Torres, 41-year old olympian, received barefoot compression massage on a daily basis in her training program.[14]
This modality typically uses the heel, sesamoid, arch and/or whole plantar surface of foot, and offers large compression, tension and shear forces with less pressure than elbow or thumb, and is ideal for large muscles, such as in thigh, or for long-duration upper trapezius compressions.[15]. The unclothed cousins of this modality are Keralite, Yumeiho, Barefoot Lomi Lomi, Fijian Barefoot, Chavutti Thirummal.
Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy, which is a form of barefoot effleurage, combines western science and contemporary American ingenuity, for therapists who specialize in deep tissue work using Swedish techniques performed by the massage therapists feet.[16]
Bowen therapy
Bowen technique involves a rolling movement over fascia, muscles, ligaments, tendons and joints. It is said not to involve deep or prolonged contact with muscle tissues as in most kinds of massage, but claims to relieve muscle tensions and strains and to restore normal lymphatic flow. It is based on practices developed by Australian Tom Bowen.[17]
Breema
Main article: Breema
Breema bodywork is performed on the floor with the recipient fully clothed. It consists of rhythmical and gentle leans and stretches.
Champissage
Main article: Champissage
Champissage is a massage technique focusing on the head, neck and face that is believed to balance the chakras.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in the muscle and the connective tissue or fascia. This type of massage focuses on the muscles located below the surface of the top muscles. Deep tissue massage is often recommended for individuals who experience consistent pain, are involved in heavy physical activity, such as athletes, and patients who have sustained physical injury.
Esalen Massage
Main article: Esalen Institute
Esalen Massage was developed by Charlotte Selver and works with gentle rocking of the body, passive joint exercises and deep structural work on the muscles and joints, together with an energetic balancing of the body.
Hilot
Main article: Hilot
Hilot is an traditional healing technique from the Philippines that also includes massage techniques. The massage techniques relax stressed muscles. Hilot also includes joint manipulations to help relax stressed muscles.
Hilot encompasses a wide variety of techniques beyond the treatment of stressed muscles. Hilot is used to reset dislocated and sprained joints, diagnose and treat musculoligamentous and musculoskeletal ailments, and even to aid in giving birth and to induce abortion.
Massage in Tarifa, Spain.
Lomi Lomi
Main article: Lomi Lomi
Lomilomi is the traditional massage of Hawaii. As an indigenous practice, it varies by island and by family. Lomi Lomi practice by Kahunas (healers) in Polynesia and in Micronesia.
Medical massage
Massage used in the medical field includes decongestive therapy used for lymphedema[5] which can be used in conjunction with the treatment of breast cancer. Carotid sinus massage is used to diagnose carotid sinus syncope and is sometimes useful for differentiating supraventricular tachycardia (SVT) from ventricular tachycardia. It, like the valsalva maneuver, is a therapy for SVT.[18] However, it is less effective than management of SVT with medications.[19]
Meso-American
In Meso-America as in other areas of the world an indigenous form of soft tissue and structural massage has developed. Today this art survives thanks to the many Sobadoras/es or Hueseros/as that have handed-down these techniques via oral tradition.
Myofascial release
Myofascial release refers to the manual massage technique for stretching the fascia and releasing bonds between fascia, integument, and muscles with the goal of eliminating pain, increasing range of motion and equilibrioception. Myofascial release usually involves applying shear compression or tension in various directions, or by skin rolling.
Pebble massage sandals from Dalian, China.
Postural Integration (PI)
Postural Integration (PI) is a process-oriented bodywork combining deep tissue massage with breathwork, body movement and awareness as well as emotional expression.
Raynor Massage
Raynor Massage has a goal of finding any tension in the muscles and any blockage in the flow of chi and getting rid of it. Usually it is a very deep tissue form of massage with an emphasis on deep abdominal massage and "emotional releases".
Reflexology massage
Main article: reflexology
Reflexology is based on the principle that there are reflexes in the hands and feet that relate to every organ, gland, and system of the body.
Russian Massage
Russian Massage has three phases. The first phase is gentle, slow and mild. The second phase is hard, deep and fast. The third phase is similar to the first phase which is slow and gentle. The massage therapist applies honey.
Shiatsu
Main article: Shiatsu
Shiatsu (指圧) ("shi" meaning finger and "atsu" meaning pressure.) is an eastern (oriental) born therapy that uses pressure applied with thumbs, fingers and palms to the same energy meridians as acupressure and incorporates stretching. It also uses techniques such as rolling, brushing, vibrating, grasping and in one particular technique developed by Suzuki Yamamoto, pressure is applied with the feet on the persons back, legs and feet (special set up is required for the "foot" shiatsu).
A hot stone massage.
Stone massage
Main article: stone massage
A stone massage uses cold or water-heated stones to apply pressure and heat to the body. Stones coated in oil can also be used by the therapist delivering various massaging strokes.
[edit] Structural Integration
Main article: Structural Integration
Structural Integration's aim is to unwind the strain patterns residing in your body's myofascial system, restoring it to its natural balance, alignment, length, and ease. This is accomplished by deep, slow, fascial and myofascial manipulation, coupled with movement re-education. Various brands of Structural Integration are Kinesis Myofascial Integration and rolfing.
[edit] Swedish massage
Swedish massage uses five styles of long, flowing strokes to massage. The five basic strokes are effleurage (sliding or gliding), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (cross fiber)). Swedish massage has shown to be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee over a period of eight weeks.[20] It has also been shown to be helpful in individuals with poor circulation. The development of Swedish massage is credited to Per Henrik Ling, though the Dutch practitioner Johan Georg Mezger adopted the French names to denote the basic strokes.[21] The term "Swedish" massage is not really known in the country of Sweden, where it is called "classic massage".[22]
Thai Massage
Thai massage
Main article: Thai massage
Known in Thailand as นวดแผนโบราณ (Nuat phaen boran, IPA [nuɑt pʰɛn boraːn]), meaning "ancient/traditional massage", Thai massage originated in India and is based on ayurveda and yoga. The technique combines massage with yoga-like positions during the course of the massage; the northern style emphasizes stretching while the southern style emphasizes acupressure.
Traditional Chinese massage
Two types of traditional Chinese massage exist - Tui na (推拿) which focuses on pushing, stretching and kneading the muscle and Zhi Ya (指壓) which focuses on pinching and pressing at acupressure points. Both are based on principles from Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Trager Approach
Main article: Trager Approach
The Trager approach combines movement, massage and education.
Trigger point therapy
Sometimes confused with pressure point massage,[5] this involves deactivating trigger points that may cause local pain or refer pain and other sensations, such as headaches, in other parts of the body. Manual pressure, vibration, injection, or other treatment is applied to these points to relieve myofascial pain. Trigger points were first discovered and mapped by Janet G. Travell (president Kennedy's physician) and David Simons. Trigger points have been photomicrographed and measured electrically[23], and in 2007 a paper was presented showing images of Trigger Points using MRI[24]. These points relate to dysfunction in the myoneural junction, also called neuromuscular junction (NMJ), in muscle, and therefore this modality is different from reflexology, acupressure and pressure point massage.
Visceral manipulation
One form is Mayan abdominal massage which is practiced in many countries in Latin America. This type of massage was developed by Elijio Panti of Belize and brought to the United States by Rosita Arvigo. Even though Panti was a respected and well known user of Mayan massage, he did not develop this modality. "Mayan Massage" techniques have been used since before the Spanish conquest and is still practiced today by many Sobadores or Hueseros.
Watsu
Main article: Watsu
Watsu is the combination of hydrotherapy and shiatsu developed by Harold Dull. The work is done in skin temperature water with both the therapist and practitioner in the water, usually a pool which is between 3.5 ft to 4 ft (100–120 cm) deep. The work entails much movement in the water and practitioners believe that it incorporates the activation of the energy lines derived from shiatsu.
Associated methods
Many types of practices are associated with massage and include bodywork, manual therapy, energy medicine, and breathwork. Other names for massage and related practices include hands-on work, body/somatic therapy, and somatic movement education. Body-mind integration techniques stress self-awareness and movement over physical manipulations by a practitioner. Therapies related to movement awareness/education are closer to Dance and movement therapies. Massage can also have connections with the New Age movement and alternative medicine as well as being used by mainstream medical practitioners.
Beneficial effects
Le massage: scène au Hammam by Edouard Debat-Ponsan (1883)
Peer-reviewed medical research has shown that the benefits of massage include pain relief, reduced trait anxiety and depression, and temporarily reduced blood pressure, heart rate, and state anxiety.[25] Theories behind what massage might do include blocking nociception (gate control theory), activating the parasympathetic nervous system which may stimulate the release of endorphins and serotonin, preventing fibrosis or scar tissue, increasing the flow of lymph, and improving sleep[5] but such effects are yet to be supported by well designed clinical studies.
Massage is hindered from reaching the gold standard of scientific research which includes placebo-controlled and double blind clinical trials.[26][27] Developing a "sham" manual therapy for massage would be difficult since even light touch massage could not be assumed to be completely devoid of effects on the subject.[26] It would also be difficult to find a subject that would not notice that they were getting less of a massage and it would be impossible to blind the therapist.[26] Massage can employ randomized controlled trials which are published in peer reviewed medical journals.[26] This type of study could increase the credibility of the profession because it displays that purported therapeutic effects are reproducible.[27]
Single dose effects
Mechanical massage chairs at VivoCity in Singapore.
* Pain relief: Relief from pain due to musculoskeletal injuries and other causes is cited as a major benefit of massage.[5] In one study, cancer patients self-reported symptomatic relief of pain.[28][29] This study, however, did not include a placebo control group so these effects may be due to the placebo effect or regression towards the mean. Acupressure or pressure point massage may be more beneficial than classic Swedish massage in relieving back pain.[30] However, a meta-study conducted by scientists at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign failed to find a statistically significant reduction in pain immediately following treatment.[25]
* State anxiety: Massage has been shown to reduce state anxiety, a transient measure of anxiety in a given situation.[25]
* Blood pressure and heart rate: Massage has been shown to reduce blood pressure and heart rate as temporary effects.[25]
* Attention: After massage, EEG patterns indicate enhanced performance and alertness on mathematical computations, with the effects perhaps being mediated by decreased stress hormones.
* Other: Massage also stimulates the immune system[31] by increasing peripheral blood lymphocytes (PBLs). However, this immune system effect is only observed in aromatherapy massage, which includes sweet almond oil, lavender oil, cypress oil, and sweet marjoram oil. It is unclear whether this effect persists over the long term.
Multiple dose effects
* Pain relief: When combined with education and exercises, massage might help sub-acute, chronic, non-specific low back pain.[32] Furthermore, massage has been shown to reduce pain experienced in the days or weeks after treatment.[25]
* Trait anxiety: Massage has been shown to reduce trait anxiety; a person's general susceptibility to anxiety.[25]
* Depression: Massage has been shown to reduce subclinical depression.[25]
* Diseases: Massage, involving stretching, has been shown to help with spastic diplegia resulting from Cerebral palsy in a small pilot study.[33] The researchers warn that these results should "be viewed with caution until a double-blind controlled trial can be conducted". Massage has been used in an effort to improve symptoms, disease progression, and quality of life in HIV patients, however, this treatment is not scientifically supported.[34]
Regulation
In the United States there are about 90,000 massage therapists.[7] Training programs in the US are typically 500–1000 hours in length, and can award a certificate, diploma, or degree depending on the particular school. [35] There are around 1,300 programs training massage therapists in the country and study will often include anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, massage techniques, first aid and CPR, business, ethical and legal issues, and hands on practice along with continuing education requirements if regulated.[5] The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) is one of the organizations that works with massage schools in the U.S..
Thirty-nine states, the District of Columbia and four Canadian provinces currently offer some type of credential to professionals in the massage and bodywork field---usually licensure, certification or registration.[6] Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia require some type of licensing for massage therapists. [36] In the US, 32 states use the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork's certification program as a basis for granting licenses either by rule or statute.[37] The National Board grants the designation Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB). There are two tests available and one can become certified through a portfolio process with equivalent training and experience.[38] Between 10% and 20% of towns or counties regulate the profession.[39] These local regulations can range from prohibition on opposite sex massage, fingerprinting and venereal checks from a doctor, to prohibition on house calls because of concern regarding sale of sexual services.[39][40]
In the US, licensure is the highest level of regulation and this restricts anyone without a license from practicing massage therapy or by calling themselves that protected title. Certification allows only those who meet certain educational criteria to use the protected title and registration only requires a listing of therapists who apply and meet an educational requirement.[40]
In late 2007, the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards launched a new certification exam titled the MBLEx. Approximately 13 states have accepted this certification exam.
In Canada only three provinces regulate massage therapy[41]: British Columbia, Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador.[39] The Canadian Massage Therapists Alliance (CMTA) has set a level of 2200 practice hours in Ontario, and Newfoundland and Labrador and 3000 hours in British Columbia, which has the highest education standard in North America.[41]
In New Zealand, massage is unregulated. There are two levels of "registration" with Massage New Zealand, the professional body for massage therapists within New Zealand, although neither of these levels are government recognised. Registration at the Certified Massage Therapist level denotes competency in the practice of relaxation massage. Registration at the Remedial massage therapist denotes competency in the practice of remedial or orthopedic massage. Both levels of registration are defined by agreed minimum competencies and minimum hours.
In India, massage therapy is licenced by The Department of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (India) in March 1995.
Because the art and science of massage is a globally diverse phenomenon, different legal jurisdictions sometimes recognize and license individuals with titles. Examples are:
* Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) Canada
* Remedial Massage Therapist (RMT) New Zealand
* Certified Massage Therapist (CMT) New Zealand
* Licensed Massage Practitioner (LMP)
* Licensed Massage Therapist (LMT)
* Licensed Massage and Bodywork Therapist (LMBT) North Carolina
In South Korea, only blind and visually-impaired people can become licensed masseurs.[42]
[edit] Prevalence in the United States
In 1997 there was an estimated 114 million visits to massage therapists in the US.[35] Massage therapy is the most used type of complementary and alternative medicine in hospitals in the United States.[6]
People state that they use massage because they believe that it relieves pain from musculoskeletal injuries and other causes of pain, reduces stress and enhances relaxation, rehabilitates sports injuries, decreases feelings of anxiety and depression, and increases general well being.[5]
In a poll of 25-35 year olds 79% said they would like their health insurance plan to cover massage.[8] Companies that offer massage to their employees include Allstate, Best Buy, Cisco Systems, FedEx, Gannett (which runs USA Today), General Electric, Hewlett-Packard, Home Depot, JC Penney, Kimberly-Clark, Texas Instruments and Yahoo. In 2006 Duke University Health System opened up a center to integrate medical disciplines with CAM disciplines such as massage therapy and acupuncture.[43] There were 15,500 spas in the United States in 2007 with about a third of the visitors being men.[36]
The number of visits rose from 91 million in 1999 to 136 million in 2003, generating a revenue that equals $11 billion.[44]
Notes
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2. ^ Online Etymology Dictionary, massage
3. ^ Merriam Webster Dictionary Online, massage
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5. ^ a b c d e f g h i j k l "Massage Therapy as CAM". The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM). 2006-09-01. http://nccam.nih.gov/health/massage/. Retrieved on 2007-09-26.
6. ^ a b c "Policy for Therapeutic Massage in an Academic Health Center: A Model for Standard Policy Development". The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine. 2007. http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdf?vid=4&hid=113&sid=b53edf1d-ce65-438c-ab52-d14158569e4a%40sessionmgr109. Retrieved on 2007-09-26. 13 (4) pp.471-475
7. ^ a b c "Massage Therapy". Harvard Men’s Health Watch. 2006-09-01. http://web.ebscohost.com/ehost/pdf?vid=4&hid=13&sid=b53edf1d-ce65-438c-ab52-d14158569e4a%40sessionmgr109. Retrieved on 2007-09-26. 11 (2) pp.6-7
8. ^ a b c "Massage Facts". National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork. http://www.ncbtmb.com/consumers_massage_facts.php. Retrieved on 2007-09-27.
9. ^ Potts, Malcolm, & Campbell, Martha. (2002). History of contraception. Gynecology and Obstetrics, vol.6, ch.8.
10. ^ călcá in the Dicţionarul etimologic român, Alexandru Ciorănescu, Universidad de la Laguna, Tenerife, 1958-1966
11. ^ What is Traditional Chinese Massage?
12. ^ MacGregor, H. (2004-12-28). "Hospitals Getting a Grip: Massage Therapy Finds Place in Patient Care for FM and More". Los Angeles Times. http://www.immunesupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm/id/6151/searchtext/massage%20and%20cancer%20pain. Retrieved on 2007-08-31.
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14. ^ Aug. 15: Spoiler alerts! From ESPN bureau producer Justine Gubar
15. ^ Fix Pain: Bodywork Protocols for Myofascial Pain Syndromes Author: John Harris, Fred Kenyon ISBN 9780966584318 - ISBN 0966584317 Publication Date: 2002
16. ^ http://www.deepfeet.com
17. ^ Bowen Therapists Federation of Australia
18. ^ Lim SH, Anantharaman V, Teo WS, Goh PP, Tan AT (January 1998). "Comparison of treatment of supraventricular tachycardia by Valsalva maneuver and carotid sinus massage". Ann Emerg Med 31 (1): 30–5. doi:10.1016/S0196-0644(98)70277-X. PMID 9437338.
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20. ^ Robertshawe P. (June 2007). "Massage for Osteoarthritis of the Knee". Journal of the Australian Traditional-Medicine Society 13 (2): 87.
21. ^ Calver, R. "Pages from history: Swedish massage". Massage Magazine. http://www.massagemag.com/Magazine/2002/issue100/history100.php. Retrieved on 2006-12-25.
22. ^ "Swedish massage: The non-Swedish Origins of Swedish Massage". MassageSchoolsGuide.com. http://www.massageschoolsguide.com/massage_article_swedish_massage.htm. Retrieved on 2008-11-24.
23. ^ David G Simons, Siegfried Mense and IJ Russell, Muscle Pain: Understanding Its Nature, Diagnosis and Treatment Chapter: Myofascial Pain Caused by Trigger Points p.205–288 (1st hardcover edition), 2000, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
24. ^ Chen et al., p.2 2007, Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
25. ^ a b c d e f g "A Meta-Analysis of Massage Therapy Research." (PDF). Psychological Bulletin. 2004. http://www.anatomyfacts.com/Research/Massage%20Journal%20Club/January07/Moyer.pdf. Retrieved on 2008-01-12.
26. ^ a b c d Evans, R. (2006). "What Does the Research Say?". Regents of the University of Minnesota. http://takingcharge.csh.umn.edu/therapies/massage/research. Retrieved on 2007-12-06.
27. ^ a b Muscolino, J. (2004). "Anatomy Of A Research Article" (PDF). Massage Therapy Foundation. http://www.massagetherapyfoundation.org/pdf/Anatomy%20of%20a%20research%20article.pdf. Retrieved on 2007-12-06.
28. ^ Cassileth BR, Vickers AJ (September 2004). "Massage therapy for symptom control: outcome study at a major cancer center". J Pain Symptom Manage 28 (3): 244–9. doi:10.1016/j.jpainsymman.2003.12.016. PMID 15336336.
29. ^ Grealish L, Lomasney A, Whiteman B (June 2000). "Foot massage. A nursing intervention to modify the distressing symptoms of pain and nausea in patients hospitalized with cancer". Cancer Nurs 23 (3): 237–43. PMID 10851775. http://meta.wkhealth.com/pt/pt-core/template-journal/lwwgateway/media/landingpage.htm?issn=0162-220X&volume=23&issue=3&spage=237.
30. ^ Furlan A, Brosseau L, Imamura M, Irvin E (2002). "Massage for low back pain.". Cochrane Database Syst Rev: CD001929. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD001929. PMID 12076429.
31. ^ Kuriyama H (2005). "Immunological and Psychological Benefits of Aromatherapy Massage". Evidence-based Complementary and Alternative Medicine 2 (2): 179–84. doi:10.1093/ecam/neh087. PMID 15937558.
32. ^ Furlan AD, Imamura M, Dryden T, Irvin E (2008). "Massage for low-back pain". Cochrane Database Syst Rev (4): CD001929. doi:10.1002/14651858.CD001929.pub2. PMID 18843627.
33. ^ Macgregor R, Campbell R, Gladden MH, Tennant N, Young D (2007). "Effects of massage on the mechanical behaviour of muscles in adolescents with spastic diplegia: a pilot study". Developmental medicine and child neurology 49 (3): 187–191. PMID 17355474.
34. ^ Saltmarsh, S. (2006). "Voodoo or valid? Alternative therapies benefit those living with HIV". Positively Aware 3 (16): 46. PMID 16479668. http://www.tpan.com/publications/pa/may_jun_05/voodoo.shtml.
35. ^ a b Kahn, J. (2005-06-10). "Overview of Manual Therapy Use in the U.S.". The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM). http://nccam.nih.gov/news/upcomingmeetings/abstracts_mt/overview_US.htm. Retrieved on 2007-09-26.
36. ^ a b Stellin, S. (2007-07-15). "Beyond the Body Wrap: What Makes a Spa Stand Out?". New York Times. http://www.nytimes.com/2007/07/15/business/yourmoney/15spa.html. Retrieved on 2007-09-20.
37. ^ "States that require NCBTMB exams". National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. http://www.ncbtmb.org/about_required_states.php. Retrieved on 2007-09-27.
38. ^ "What you need to know". National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork. http://www.ncbtmb.com/applicants_what_you_need_to_know.php. Retrieved on 2007-09-27.
39. ^ a b c "Massage Therapy Law and Licensure and States Regulating Massage". Natural Healers. http://www.naturalhealers.com/qa/massage.html. Retrieved on 2007-09-27.
40. ^ a b Walsh, K.. "Massage craze: Hands-on therapy attracting more patients". Massage Magazine. http://www.massagemag.com/Magazine/2003/issue106/statelaw106.php. Retrieved on 2007-08-31.
41. ^ a b Verhoef, M. (2005-06-10). "Overview of Manual Therapy in Canada". The National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine (NCCAM). http://nccam.nih.gov/news/upcomingmeetings/abstracts_mt/overview_canada.htm. Retrieved on 2007-09-26.
42. ^ http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/7699114.stm
43. ^ "First-of-its-Kind Center Treats the Whole Person". Massage Magazine. 2007-01. http://www.massagemag.com/News/2007/January/Whole.php. Retrieved on 2007-09-27.
44. ^ Ellin, A. (2005-07-21). "Now Let Us All Contemplate Our Own Financial Navels". New York Times. http://www.nytimes.com/2005/07/21/business/21sbiz.html. Retrieved on 2007-09-20.
[edit] See also
* Applied kinesiology
* Erotic massage
* Massage therapist organizations
* Physical medicine and rehabilitation
[edit] External links
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