How to Give a Neuromuscular Massage
Neuromuscular massage therapy is based on the idea that there are certain trigger points in the body where all negative energy and injuries manifest themselves. It is believed that a skilled neuromuscular massage therapist can go in and work the affected trigger points to release pain from the body and mind. Not all professionals believe this sort of therapy works. Those that have experienced the results first hand, however, disagree. Here is a guide on how to perform neuromuscular massage correctly and as pain-free as possible.
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Instructions
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Warm up the problem area. Hot packs should be used to loosen up the tissue you will be probing. This should be done for about ten to fifteen minutes.
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Massage the area gently. Using long, smooth strokes, engage the affected tissue in a massage warm-up session. Slowly begin getting deeper and deeper with your strokes.
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Probe the area with your fingers until you have found a trigger point. These points will become obvious when your patient lets you know the area is extra tender, numb, or tingly.
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Begin stronger, localized massage on this trigger point. The pressure will probably exaggerate the symptoms at first. Continue, however to apply constant pressure to the area with a firm hand.
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Let up the pressure when your patient begins to notice a decrease in neuromuscular symptoms. Continue the process again until all pain has been released.
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Tips & Warnings
Some neuromuscular massage therapists use an instrument called a T-bar. It allows them to apply even more thumb pressure without overexerting hand muscles.
Even after preparing the tissue for neuromuscular massage, your patient may still feel some pain.
