Massage is one of the oldest healing arts: Chinese records dating back 3,000 years document its use; the ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians applied forms of massage for many ailments; and Hippocrates wrote papers recommending the use of rubbing and friction for joint and circulatory problems. Today, there are numerous benefits associated with Massage Therapy. We provide massage therapy for many chronic conditions, including low back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, high blood pressure, diabetes, immunity suppression, infertility, smoking cessation, depression, and more. The most common reason for a massage is in the area of stress reduction and we perform a lot of these.
At our clinic in Jacksonville, Florida, you will have your choice between a Female or Male Massage Therapist. Our therapists have many years of experience and are well versed in the various treatment modalities.
So What Is It Exactly?
Massage, bodywork and somatic therapies are defined as the application of various techniques to the muscular structure and soft tissues of the human body.
Massage: The application of soft-tissue manipulation techniques to the body, generally intended to reduce stress and fatigue while improving circulation. The many variations of massage account for several different techniques.
Bodywork: Various forms of touch therapies that may use manipulation, movement, and/or repatterning to affect structural changes to the body.
Somatic: Meaning “of the body.” Many times this term is used to denote a body/mind or whole-body approach as distinguished from a physiology-only or environmental perspective.
There are more than 250 variations of massage, bodywork, and somatic therapies and many practitioners utilize multiple techniques. The application of these techniques may include, but is not limited to, stroking, kneading, tapping, compression, vibration, rocking, friction, and pressure to the muscular structure or soft tissues of the human body. This may also include non-forceful passive or active movement and/or application of techniques intended to affect the energetic systems of the body. The use of oils, lotions, and powders may also be included to reduce friction on the skin.
Massage therapy at our clinic specifically excludes the diagnosis, prescription, manipulation or adjustments of the human skeletal structure. We recommend that you have an evaluation by Dr. Nathans, our Chiropractor if you have any concerns regarding pain.
Will My Insurance Cover It?
Massage therapy procedures are often covered by your insurance. We accept most major insurances like BCBS, Aetna, United, and Cigna.