Massage

Massage is an ancient healing art, with recorded use going back one thousand years ago. It is a natural fit with chiropractic medicine; both treatments use the hands to soothe and promote natural healing in the body.  Massage delivers benefits to the body through the practice of applying varying degrees of pressure and movement to manipulate muscles and soft tissues. It can:  

  • relax muscles and reduce tension,
  • increase blood and oxygen supply to the affected area
  • decrease pain

Massage Stands Up to Research

Until recently, there was little research done on the effectiveness of massage therapy. Many patients reported anecdotally that massage provided positive benefits to them, but scientific evidence was scant. However, recent studies* now prove that massage offers health benefits including:

  • Decreased chronic low back pain
  • Reduced depression and anxiety
  • Increased range of motion
  • Improved sleep

Lake Country Health Center Offers Onsite Massage

Dr. Murray often complements chiropractic treatments, sports injury care, and rehabilitative treatment with massage therapy.  Patients can enjoy onsite massage by a licensed massage therapist who works alongside Dr. Murray in one of our two soothing massage therapy rooms.  Surrounded by relaxing colors in a comfortable room complete with in-floor radiant heating, massage can give you a break from the stress in your life and in your body.

*Source: Massage Therapy Journal, Fall 2006

Back Massage

Almost one-third of adult Americans say they've used massage therapy at least one time for pain relief.

- 2007 AMTA Consumer Survey