The Alleviation of Chronic Conditions Through Massage Therapy and Chiropractic Care

Feldman elucidates how chiropractic adjustments play a pivotal role in restoring the joint's natural range of motion while normalizing hyperactive muscular reflexes. Individuals suffering from chronic conditions often contend with diffused scar tissue due to the condition's inflammatory nature that attracts fibroblastic cells. These cells weave a network of scar tissue, which can lead to discomfort, pain, and limited mobility. Thankfully, massage therapy serves as a viable solution to address this issue. Various massage techniques, such as deep tissue and cross-friction, effectively dismantle the fibrosis network, enabling the body to restore muscle and tendinous tissue to its optimal state. Conversely, in cases involving new injuries, massage techniques focused on supporting lymphatic flow aid in purging fibroblasts, mitigating inflammation, preventing excessive scarring, and fostering swift recovery. Additional bodywork methods like proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) and muscle energy techniques (MET) contribute to restoring muscle balance and coordination.