Massage Therapy for Back Pain

Do You Have Back Pain?

If you are affected by chronic pain, reduced range of motion, stiffness, pressure or numbness, difficulty sleeping, fibromyalgia, or have a history of injuries, you may be a good candidate for Myofascial Release or NMT / Trigger Point Therapy.

Chronic vs Acute Back Pain

Chronic back pain is commonly described as deep, aching, dull or burning pain in one area of the back or traveling down the legs. Patients may experience numbness, tingling, burning, or a pins-and-needles type sensation in the legs. Regular daily activities may prove difficult or impossible for the chronic back pain patient. They may find it difficult or unbearable to work, for example, even when the job does not require manual labor. Chronic back pain tends to last a long time, and is not relieved by standard types of medical management. It may result from a previous injury long since healed, or it may have an ongoing cause, such as nerve damage or arthritis.

Acute back pain is commonly described as a very sharp pain or a dull ache, usually felt deep in the lower part of the back, and can be more severe in one area, such as the right side, left side, center, or the lower part of the back. Acute pain can be intermittent, but is usually constant, only ranging in severity. Sometimes, acute back pain can be caused by injury or trauma to the back, but just as often has no known cause. Patients with acute back pain, even when it's severe, will typically improve or completely recover within six to eight weeks.

Massage Therapy Can Help!

The Therapists at Advanced Alternatives Massage Therapy have specialized training in Myofascial Release Techniques and NMT / Trigger Point Therapy and have a track record for relieving symptoms of most pain disorders. These specialized massage modalities are techniques used to release the fascia (web of connective tissue that covers and connects the muscles, organs, and skeletal structures in our body) and knotted muscle fibers with the goal of eliminating pain, increasing range of motion and balancing the body.

Why Choose Advanced Alternatives?

We can help you! Our trained therapists will provide the right treatment for you using a uniquely customized Massage techniques and depth of pressure appropriate to your individual circumstances.

Your Massage Therapy sessions can be dedicated to relaxation, specific injuries or conditions, or can be a blend of both. Our Massage Specialists often work in conjunction with doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, acupuncturists and other health care professionals to provide our clients with the highest level of care possible.