Geriatric Massage therapy involves gentle pressure and light strokes with passive stretching to relieve tight muscles and promote relaxation. The therapist can apply oil or lotion so they can thoroughly worked on the muscles with less skin friction. Geriatric Massage offers numerous positive effects to the overall health of an elderly person. They include:
- promoting good circulation
- conquering depression
- improving balance and flexibility
- reducing arthritis pain
- increasing joint mobility
- improving posture
- encourage overall well-being
- provides relaxation and relieves anxiety
- provides comfort to touch-deprived elderly clients
Prior to seeking your first massage therapy, make sure to obtain a consult from your primary care physician, especially when you have specific health condition. Always inform your therapist about your specific preferences especially the intensity of the pressure you like during the massage. Clients will be draped and only expose the targeted area to be massaged. Personal comfort is a high priority for all massage therapists. That is why all details of the upcoming massage are discussed in advance of the treatment.
To learn more about geriatric massage therapy in Los Angeles, contact Massage Revolution Back & Neck Relief Center.
