subject: End Your Stressful Day But Also Promote Healing By Way Of An Invigorating Neck Massage [print this page] Massage therapists report that neck massages are some of the most common they perform ... a fact that's not really surprising when you stop to think about that area of your body. The most obvious contributor to neck pain is - as we all know - that unavoidable stress.
Whenever we suffer from stress and tension, the neck can suffer most - in the form of pain and swelling - very quickly. And when that happens, the pain is felt not only in our neck, but in our head, back and shoulders as well. The good news is that a neck massage is a proven treatment for the pain and swelling brought on by stress.
Neck massage therapy provides relief from the pain caused by muscular problems, trauma, arthritis, injury and - of course - stress. Some people may experience neck pain from carrying an object that is too heavy, sleeping in an awkward position or sitting in the same location for extended periods of time, such as their workplace. A regular health regimen that includes neck massage therapy can reduce existing problems, and deflect future occurrences.
So how can you ascertain if the pain you are feeling can be treated effectively with neck massage therapy? Below are some signs that can help identify the source of your pain and determine if it can be treated with a neck massage.
A stiffness in the area of the neck that affects its muscles;
Pain that branches out to the area between your shoulder blades and your shoulders;
Pain in your neck, arm or head, resulting in chronic headaches;
Sore, tense muscles that feel hard to the touch;
Weakness in your shoulders, neck and arms accompanying the neck pain;
A tingling feeling in your arms or fingers.
Neck massage is extremely effective in reducing stiffness and pain in the neck. So what are the most common benefits of neck massage therapy?
It's convenient: can be performed any place and any time;
It provides quick relief: almost instantaneously;
It provides relief to other areas of the body: shoulders, head and back can benefit as well;
The after effects: you will feel completely rejuvenated and energized;
It's affordable: can be enjoyed more frequently than the longer full-session massages;
Reduces stress: makes knots in your shoulders and neck area disappear.
In some instances, the area of your body where you experience pain may not be the actual source of it. Tightness at the base of your skull - for example - could be felt as a pain in your shoulder, upper arm or in the form of a headache. For quick and affordable relief of this type of pain, many are turning to neck massage therapy, and enjoying great results.
One very important consideration ... be sure to have a trained massage therapist administer your neck massage. If done incorrectly - or not in a timely manner - it can lead to discomfort in many other parts of your body. So schedule that neck massage now to provide much-needed relief now and in the future.
