Post-Surgery Recovery and Massage

Do you need improved post-surgery recovery in Anchorage?  The rehabilitation following any surgery is a very important aspect of the entire procedure. During rehabilitation, your body is re-learning how to move properly and strengthen the muscles. It is common to see massage therapy as a supplement to how rehabilitation is done, or used along with standard rehabilitation protocol.

Massage Therapy for Post-Surgery Recovery in Anchorage AK

It is a well-known fact that massage therapy improves the circulation of blood and nutrients which is very important post-surgery to improve the quality and duration of the healing process. Massage therapy is also used to assist in breaking up already developed scar tissue and prevent to build up of more.

Also, the combination of better blood circulation with relaxed musculature also provides the body with the ability to supply the skin and organs with more oxygen and nutrients. This is important to keep a strong immune system to prevent infection and accelerate the rate at which your body recovers.

Even if the surgery isn’t due to injury, there is no end to the benefits you can receive. If you haven’t had surgery before, there are still benefits to massage therapy at Northern Lights Massage Center! Athlete’s can prevent to likelihood of injury though massage therapy. The stretching and working of problem areas can increase the range of motion while keeping the body more agile.

Post-Surgical Massage Therapy Benefits:

• Improved flow of oxygen and nutrients throughout the body
• Decreased recovery time
• Improvement in joint range of motion
• Relaxed muscles

Let us help you with your post-surgery recovery.  Contact our team at Northern Lights Massage Center in Anchorage today.