Massage Therapy
· Dr. Smith provides Massage Therapy in Placitas, NM as one of his many services. It has been shown to be effective for both acute and chronic pain. We incorporate many types of Massage including: Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Massage, and Therapeutic Massage. Not sure what it is that you need? Let Dr. Smith help you understand your underlying issue and take appropriate action.
It’s All About the Fascia
The Fascial system surrounds and envelops muscles, nerves, blood vessels, and organs alike. It houses the meridians described by Eastern Medicine and provides a route for communication between tissues. It organizes healing processes, nurtures, and helps to sustain the body.
Massage Therapy | Placitas, NM
While Chiropractic focuses on joints and mobility, Massage focuses on the soft tissues of the body and movement patterns. Doctor Smith uses a wide variety of massage techniques based on the patient’s symptoms, body type, and tolerance to pressure.
Massage can help to reduce muscle tightness, break-up scar tissue, reduce pain and inflammation, improve circulation, and improve one’s overall state of health. We lean toward the more intense massage modalities which explore deep muscle fibers and have more of a therapeutic effect.
Everyone’s preference for massage style is different, and finding the right therapist can be a challenge. Dr. Smith is very strong. However, he can also be very gentle when it is appropriate. It is not uncommon to be sore for several days following a massage session.
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage – Dr. Smith gets into the deepest fibers of the muscles, releasing painful stress and adhesions. Deep tissue massage can be uncomfortable
Lymphatic Drainage
Lymphatic Drainage – Gentle massage, such as lymphatic drainage, can be a powerful tool for addressing chronic inflammation and swelling. It is also widely used
Scar Tissue Release
Scar Tissue Release – Dr. Smith employs a wide variety of scar massage techniques to release scar tissue related to injuries and surgery. Scar tissue
Sports Massage
Sports Massage – Dr. Smith treats all of his clients with the utmost of care. He specializes in treating athletes, weaving together a wide variety
Therapeutic Massage
Therapeutic Massage – Dr. Smith provides Therapeutic Massage between Albuquerque & Santa Fe to help patients with soft tissue injuries heal more effectively. Therapeutic massage
Trigger Points
Trigger Points – Dr. Smith is an expert at treating trigger points for his clients in Albuquerque & Santa Fe. Trigger point therapy can be a