Surgery is an amazing intervention, but it can also be traumatic for the body. Did you know that massage therapy can be beneficial after a surgery, whether it be for the knee, shoulder, back, ankle, etc? Here are a few ways that massage can help you recover after a surgery:
- Reduce pain and swelling
- Decrease stress and muscle tension
- Help minimize scar tissue buildup
- Improve joint flexibility and movement
- Increase circulation to speed up your healing process
Of course, you will want to check with your surgeon or primary care provider to determine if and when you can start massage after surgery.
Contact us at NW Massage Therapy if you’ve had surgery and are wondering if massage might be helpful for YOU.
