Massage For Low Back Pain
Low-Back Pain? Massage can Help!
According to a February 2014 study in the Scientific World Journal, massage therapy has a positive effect on patients suffering from chronic low-back pain. This is great news for those of us looking for alternative methods of treatment, preferring not to load up on pain killers and other prescription medications. The use of massage therapy showed similar results as anti-inflammatory drugs did on patients suffering from the same condition.
Americans spent about $50 billion last year on low-back pain—most commonly caused by job-related disabilities—according to the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke. Not only is massage therapy cheaper than medical doctors, it can be as effective. In the 2014 study, the pain level was significantly reduced in the patients receiving regular massage treatment.
If you’ve ever considered a career in the healthcare industry and have a sincere desire to help others, massage therapy could be a good profession for you. If you’d like more information about The Soma Institute’s 11 and 15-month course, give an admissions representative a call at 1-800-694-5314.
Massage Therapy To Improve Back Pain
Massage Therapy To Improve Back Pain
Can Massage Therapy Improve Back Pain?
As more and more people turn to alternative methods to treat chronic back pain, massage therapy is more widely accepted in the medical community as an effective treatment. Some of the potential health benefits from massage therapy include: increased circulation and blood flow, decreased tension in the muscles, and increased endorphins in the brain—all of which can reduce pain and speed recovery from chronic back problems.
If you’re interested in learning more about how massage therapy can improve back problems, and if you want to become part of the solution, The Soma Institute is the right place for you. Soma offers an intensive Clinical Massage Therapy program that prepares students to “massage with a purpose”– doing more than just traditional massage therapists.
You will learn about the specific types of back pain—and how massage therapy can alleviate it. Massage therapy is non-invasive and has been shown to help increase production of ‘feel good’ hormones in the body which is hugely helpful for people with acute back problems or pain. Soma offers an 11-month and 15-month Clinical Massage Therapy program preparing students to have a rewarding career as a massage therapist. We cover the major methods of massage therapy, including: hydrotherapy, bodywork, and sports massage.
Call Soma today to find out more about a career in Massage Therapy and how you can become part of the solution. To speak to a knowledgeable Admissions Representative, give us a call at 1-800-694-5314.
Multiple Sclerosis And Massage
By Amber Mills.
Statistics show that around 350,000 to 500,000 people in the United States have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. It is more common in women and Caucasians and is usually diagnosed in people between the ages of 20 to 50.
The symptoms of MS can vary person to person but the common symptoms tend to be weakness, spasticity, balance problems, vision loss, numbness, tremors and fatigue. People that have MS may have times where they experience symptoms daily and then they may go into remission and have little to no symptoms at all. (more…)
Massage Therapy Treats Anxiety
Recent studies tout the benefits of massage therapy for the relief of depression and anxiety for people with a variety of health problems. Regular massage shows to improve mood and lead to better sleep and increased energy. Immediate benefits from massage include reduced anxiety and increased serotonin values—all of which improve a person’s overall well-being and health.
If you’re interested in learning more about massage therapy and its overwhelming benefits, a career in massage could be the right fit for you. The Soma Institute in Chicago, Illinois provides the hands-on training and support to start a gratifying career in massage therapy.
Besides training in hydrotherapy, bodywork, and sports massage, students have the opportunity to work with NCAA Division I athletes at Loyola University, providing students with invaluable real-world experience. Graduates are prepared to launch a professional massage therapy career in many fields, including: private practice, spas & gyms, health-care clinics, or with sports teams and athletes.
If you’d like to explore more about this rewarding field, and want to know more about a career in Clinical Massage Therapy and how it can help others, call The Soma Institute to speak to a knowledgeable Admissions Representative, at 1-800-694-5314.
Massage Therapy Treats Depression
As summer melts into fall, and the days seem darker and colder, many of us experience the winter blues. Getting less exercise and feeling depressed and lethargic are signs that seasonal depression has taken its hold. Recent studies have suggested that by integrating massage therapy into the fall months as winter approaches is a good way to improve mood and reset our bodies’ circadian rhythms—all leading to more energy, better sleep, and uplifted spirits.
The American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) says massage therapy is an effective technique to balance common seasonal challenges related to stress, anxiety, and depression. The Soma Institute is training students to make a difference this season, using natural methods to treat people’s painful ailments—whether that be depression, stress, and anxiety, or physical ailments like overworked muscles and injuries.
Soma offers an 11 and 15 month Clinical Massage Therapy program giving students all the tools they need to have a successful and rewarding career in massage therapy. Massage therapy is a career in helping others and spreading health and wellness among your clients.
If you’re interested in spreading wellness this winter season, and have dreamed of a career in massage therapy, call The Soma Institute in Chicago, Illinois to find out more. To speak to a knowledgeable Admissions Representative, give us a call at 1-800-694-5314.