Do you experience discomfort in your daily life? Having pain during everyday movements can quickly affect your mental health and quality of life. If you live or work near Manahawkin, NJ, check out our Twin Boro Physical Therapy location in Manahawkin for access to the best physical therapy available “near me.”
Twin Boro Physical Therapy has been a New Jersey staple since 1980. We offer state-of-the-art equipment, modern methods, and experienced professionals to provide our patients with comprehensive, innovative, and effective care. To take our services one step further, we pair each patient one-on-one with a physical therapist to give individualized attention. This one-on-one care allows our therapists to closely monitor patients and find the most effective treatment style for them. As you continue your program, your therapist will watch your movements to correct any form issues and identify potential areas of concern. Real-time adjustments can then be made to the program to optimize your time in the clinic.
What is massage therapy?
Many physical therapy routines include an element of massage therapy, also called manual therapy. Massage therapy is different from the type of massage you might receive at a spa. Therapeutic massages are typically designed to relieve muscle pain, improve mobility, and speed healing. This type of massage may also target stiff joints to increase mobility and function.
When your physical therapist designs a program for you, they may discuss physical therapy massage as a complement to other treatments. Depending on your condition, you may have different lengths, frequencies, or designs to best suit your healing. Integrating massages often optimizes recovery time and allows for directed attention to the area.
Benefits of massage therapy
There are several benefits of massage therapy, including both physical and mental improvements. While physical therapy is an individualized treatment, massage therapy is often integrated for many different types of rehabilitation. Joint mobilization, injury recovery, pain management, tension relief, and mobility improvement are common reasons that manual therapy may be recommended.
Common benefits our patients experience from massage/manual therapy include:
- Reducing inflammation within the body. By increasing circulation and reducing soreness, inflammation may be reduced in the area.
- Improving range of motion and flexibility. Massages often increase the range of motion for tight muscles and joints over time.
- Improving posture. In the same way massage can improve range of motion, it can help alignment and decrease stiffness that may contribute to poor posture.
- Improving mood. Massage therapy has been known to reduce stress and help promote well-being. Massages have been shown to improve serotonin levels in the body, which may correlate to reduced pain and discomfort.
If you are interested in massage therapy and have questions about how it may benefit your condition, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at Twin Boro Physical Therapy to schedule a complimentary consultation. When you come into the clinic, we will go through a range of assessments with you to understand current symptoms, pain levels, movement difficulties, lifestyle, body history, and your short- and long-term goals. We will then work with your preferences and schedule to design a comprehensive plan suited for your needs.
Let’s begin!
Twin Boro Physical Therapy is home to motivated patients across the state of New Jersey. If you live or work in Manahawkin, NJ, and are interested in getting started “near me”, contact our Twin Boro Physical Therapy Manahawkin location today. We can be reached by calling 609.978.2228 or visiting our website.
