Massage Therapy for Herniated Discs Nassau County NY

People who are between 35 and 45 are more likely to get slipped discs than people in other age groups because this is when your discs begin showing the effects of aging, but you'll still be attempting to perform all of your normally daily tasks and activities. People who exercise regularly are much less likely to suffer from disc problems than those that spend a lot of time sitting.

Maintaining a normal body weight is also important in preventing back problems. Individuals that are overweight are substantially more likely to experience herniated discs, and the risk is dramatically increased the more sedentary your lifestyle.

Your back muscles are generally weaker, and this makes you more likely to strain yourself when attempting to complete a simple activity if you just twist or turn too quickly or simply stretch a bit too far. Doing a great deal of any type of lifting on a regular basis or lifting a heavy object with your back instead of your legs can put a strain on your back.

Car accidents may also cause sudden and forceful jolts to your spine, damaging your discs. Sports-related injuries like impacts in contact sports may also jar the back in such a way that a herniated disc occurs. Some instances of herniated discs will repair themselves, but they can be very painful as they heal, and a massage therapist for herniated discs can greatly relieve the pain and other symptoms that come along with them.

How Massage Therapy Can Reduce Pain from Herniated Discs

Herniated discs can happen all along the spine from the lower back up to the neck. Most occur in the lower back (lumbar) region because that area provides a lot of support for all of your body's movements. Symptoms vary depending on the location and severity of damage. A massage therapist for herniated discs can work with you to provide relief for all of your symptoms, no matter where your disc is slipped and even if it is severe. This can allow you to perform daily activities more comfortably and can also help if you're doing physical therapy for your injury.

Regular massage therapy is one of the best alternatives to pain medications as your body recovers. Massage provides quick and more long-lasting pain relief while also providing relief for any numbness or tingling also associated with herniated discs. With severely herniated discs the pain isn't just localized to your spine either, it can radiate up and down your arms and legs, usually just on one side of your body. The pain may also get worse at night or when you're walking. Some people even experience muscle weakness.

A massage, such as a Swedish massage or a good deep tissue massage, loosens the tense muscles around a herniated disc. This allows your vertebrae to become less compressed and takes the pressure from your nerves and the disc. In addition, massage releases endorphins, which are natural pain relievers while increasing blood flow to the region to promote healing.

Don't hesitate to contact me for a consultation today if you have herniated disc pain. Massage therapy for herniated discs is safe and effective when performed by a professional massage therapist. This can make a great difference in your life whether your pain is chronic or if you're on the road to recovery from an injury.