Medizinische Massage (Reichenbach im Kandertal)

Connective tissue massage In connective tissue massage, the affected subcutaneous connective tissue is massaged with targeted stimulation and stroking techniques performed with the fingertips. On the one hand, the treatment has a local effect, releasing tension and adhesions in the various tissue layers. On the other hand, the massage can also have a positive effect on distant organs and body regions connected to the treated body area. Connective tissue massage is a form of reflexology. According to it, the internal organs are connected by nerve tracts with certain clearly defined areas of the skin, called reflex zones. The nerve fibers supplying the skin send the therapeutic traction stimulus to the central nervous system in the spinal cord.

Manual lymphatic drainage The body's lymphatic system has the task of absorbing fluid (lymph) from the tissues and draining it into the blood vessels. A disturbed functionality of this drainage system - for example as a result of injuries or after operations - can lead to an accumulation of fluid in the intercellular spaces. As a result, swelling (edema) may occur. Lymphatic drainage absorbs excess water retention (accumulation of fluids) in the tissues. Through gentle pumping movements, metabolic end products and pathogens are also removed with the lymphatic fluid. In addition, lymphatic drainage has a strong relaxing and calming effect and stimulates the immune system.

Foot reflex zone massage Eunice Ingham added to this theory with the idea that each area of the body is reflected in a specific area or reflex point on the soles of the feet: For example, the reflex zones of the head and neck organs are located in the area of the toes . Because of these relationships, it is possible to treat more distant areas of the body by applying targeted pressure to a reflex point on the foot. The stimulation causes nerve impulses to be sent reflexively to the brain and then to the appropriate organ. Sometimes the first massage can make symptoms worse, but this shows how responsive the body is. With a second or third massage, the worsening is followed by improvement.

Classic massages In this type of massage, the muscles and deeper tissue structures are worked manually. Through various grip techniques (stroking, rubbing, shifting the skin, kneading, tapping, shaking and vibrating) the muscle tension (e.g. in the neck and back) is reduced to its natural muscle tone and the entire muscle is better supplied with blood, allowing relaxation and optimal regeneration of the entire musculature. In addition, massage has a positive effect on the heartbeat, blood pressure, breathing and digestion, promoting relaxation and well-being.