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Introduction The Greeks were the first to record these techniques explicitly. It is believed that they were regular users of these massages thinking of improving their physical and sports performance. And what about the Romans, who were also aware of the potential of thermal water, therapies that were combined with massages. The birth of massage therapy is associated with the birth of the need for healing, and therefore with the origins of the disease and its relationship with man. Massage was one of the first healing means used in many peoples of the world. Observing the behavior of animals, we understand that rubbing, rubbing, rubbing... in order to relieve pain, a burn, wounds... is a constant instinctive behavior. And that such behavior has also existed in man forever. Although it did not begin to be collected as a therapeutic technique until around 3,000 BC It must also be said that the word massage did not appear until the 19th century. Until then, they refer to this technique as friction, touching, rubbing. Goal Delve into the treatment of massage therapy developing Massage therapy can be defined as the use of different massage techniques for therapeutic purposes, that is, for the treatment of diseases and injuries: in this case, it is an integrated technique within physiotherapy. WikipediaWhat is massage therapy? Massage therapy is a technique integrated into Physiotherapy that consists of the use of different massage techniques for therapeutic purposes, to treat diseases and injuries. Thus, it encompasses techniques such as therapeutic massage, deep transverse massage, therapeutic manual lymphatic drainage, myofascial release, sports massage, cryo-massage, connective tissue massage, periosteal massage, neuro-muscular techniques or Dicke's massage, among others. Massages improve blood circulation and lymph flow, which helps bring nutrients to cells and remove impurities and toxic substances from the body. Hence, massage therapy has many benefits: Increases the blood's ability to carry oxygen. Massage helps increase red and white blood cells. In fact, people with circulatory problems improve fluid retention in the legs, eliminating the sensation of heat, pain and swelling. Helps release enforphins, giving a feeling of well-being and helping with pain, as well as reducing fat deposits, along with a balanced diet and exercise. Helps muscles stay flexible. With massages, patients with neck, shoulder and back pain gain strength, eliminating the tension of the affected nerves. It reduces stress, in addition to fighting depression. It is effective in relieving headaches caused by nervous tension and muscle pain in the back, and also the condition of the skin. Why is it done? Among the lesions treatable with massage therapy techniques are: Muscular contractures Tendinopathy Radiculopathy Lymphedema Sprain Fiber rupture Fracture Spasm Psycho-somatic alterations Myofascial entrapments Reflex sympathetic algodystrophy Sports injuries What does it consist of? Massage therapy consists of manual treatment, applied to the body and transmitted by the pressure of the hands on the different organs. Thus, depending on the indication and the objectives of the treatment, the effects will generate direct or reflex actions. The effects will be: Mechanical, when the forces of each maneuver affect the tissues. Physiological-hygienic, when the massage is applied to a healthy person and thus achieve greater vigor or relieve fatigue. Preventive, when a tense area with possible injury is located by palpation. Therapeutic, when performed to improve circulatory function, restore mobility between damaged tissues, relieve or reduce pain, or enhance sensory awareness. The massage also provides relaxation and well-being, helping in the recovery and maintenance of health. Aesthetic-hygienic, when the purpose is to improve the external appearance of the person: eliminate fat deposits, restore muscle tone and relax fatigue. Sports, when it is carried out to prepare an athlete, before, during and after practicing it. Preparation for massage therapy No preparation prior to massage therapy is necessary, since it is based on massages applied to the lesions. Care after the intervention After the intervention, in principle, no care would be necessary, since the massages are applied to solve the injuries, in an innocuous way. However, the patient may notice slight pain in the treated and injured area. In this case, the physiotherapist specialist will recommend the necessary care. At present, it is agreed to define massage as "a of manual technical movements or maneuvers carried out harmoniously and methodically, for hygienic-preventive or therapeutic purposes, which when applied with the hands allows the status of the treated tissues to be assessed" ; It is used in medicine, kinesiology, aesthetics, sports, etc. Historically, the action of taking your hand and rubbing or pressing firmly on the painful area is an intuitive reaction that arises to relieve pain and tension. This action dates back to ancient times and it must be assumed that if at any time prehistoric man had some kind of pain or discomfort (and it is logical to think that he did), he would use a remedy similar to the one we would use. . For this reason, it can be ensured that massage is part of the ancestral medical culture of all peoples and that it is present in all traditions. Massage therapy encompasses various massage modalities such as: therapeutic massage, deep transverse massage, therapeutic manual lymphatic drainage, myofascial release, sports massage, cryo-massage, connective tissue massage, periosteal massage, neuro techniques -muscular or Dicke's massage among others. Among the injuries or diseases that can be treated with massage therapy techniques we find: muscular contracture, tendinopathy, radiculopathy, lymphedema, sprain, fiber breakage, fracture, spasm, psychosomatic alterations, myofascial entrapment, reflex sympathetic algodystrophy, sports injuries, etc. . Massage therapy should always be applied under medical prescription. Types of massages in Physiotherapy CRANIAL FACIAL MASSAGE. ... ABDOMINAL MASSAGE. ... SPORTS DISCHARGE MASSAGE. ... PERINEAL MASSAGE. ... SCAR MASSAGE. ... FOOT MASSAGE. ... LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE. ... RESPIRATORY PHYSIOTHERAPY (Group treatments) The indications of massage therapy, therefore, are multiple and varied, finding among others: Restore the ideal parameters of the musculoskeletal system. Stimulate the proper functioning of the cardio-respiratory and lymphatic systems. Optimize results in sports fields. Improve the psychological and emotional state. Contraindications of massage therapy febrile and infectious processes. Risk pregnancies. tumor processes. dermatological conditions. bleeding wounds Unconsolidated fractures. The contraindications of massage therapy are those that can be assumed by any manual technique, starting from the basis that in the event of any ailment or alteration of the normal functions of the organism, and before putting yourself in the hands of a therapist, you must first go to a medical doctor to be analyzed and typified by him. Massage therapy techniques are restricted, for example, in the following cases Maintaining the premise of the multi-technique that makes up massage therapy, the range of applications is immense. The use of massage therapy can range from the field of aesthetic treatments to its application in clinical matters, passing through the mental plane. Not in vain, with massage therapy you can eliminate stress or fatigue, musculoskeletal or joint pain, or even reduce cellulite and stretch marks. conclusions Improve the physical abilities of patients. Improve the psychological state of patients by promoting adequate physical activity and exercise. Improve the postural hygiene of those affected. Inform patients about the pathology they suffer. Rehabilitation therapies are usually the most requested treatments among the wide range of possibilities available. The services of professional physical therapists can prevent and reduce the long-term impacts of accidents and illnesses, as well as assist in the fullness and speed of the recovery process. Physical therapists are dedicated to treating and evaluating problems related to mobility. When the person suffers illness or injury, physical therapy specialists can help them with many things, for example, to regulate the intensity of pain, to optimize movements so that those affected can rejoin the community, among others. They use measures and exercises in order to improve the range of body motor skills, muscle performance, postures, and even the respiratory system. In addition, they promote in patients an improvement in their coordination and balance. 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