Front of the neck/throat: You've heard of the expression, “Go for the jugular,” right? Well, this spot is where you find it. Steer clear of this area that also contains the carotid artery and major nerves. Side of the neck: It's not quite as sensitive as the front of the neck, but you should still treat it gingerly.
Another area of endangerment is the posterior triangle of the neck, also known as the back of the neck or the nape of the neck. This area is where the cervical vertebrae are. Massage therapists should also avoid putting pressure on the suprasternal notch, or the top part of the sternum.
A neck massage is focused on the muscles around the neck and shoulder area. Some muscles worked on during a neck massage include the sternocleidomastoid, scalenes and upper trapezius. A neck massage aims to relieve tension, reduce headaches and increase relaxation.
Massage therapy for the neck is a relatively safe treatment. Some people may experience increased neck soreness and/or swelling shortly after a massage, but these side effects typically do not last long.
Massage the front of your neck to help reduce swelling. This massage will move the lymph fluid from your neck to your chest. Place your hand on the front of your neck where you have swelling. Move your hand down your neck towards your collar bone and chest.
Perfect Spot No. 1, in the suboccipital muscles of the neck, under the back of the skull. Trigger points ( TrPs ), or muscle “knots,” are a common cause of stubborn & strange aches & pains, and yet they are under-diagnosed.
Any vigorous neck movement that pulls the neck backward or pushes it forward can injure the blood vessels. Injury to the blood vessel is known as dissection in medical terms and can lead to the devastating paralytic attack or brain attack.
Massage — Massaging your neck and its surrounding tissue can help reduce the tension in your muscles that may be making your neck stiff. It can also improve blood flow to your neck, which can also relieve tension.
Muscle knots are those kinks in your back and the tight, ropy strands in your neck. Also known as trigger points, they are areas where your muscles have tensed up and refused to let go.
Yes. Deep Tissue can help you, but maybe not necessary. Swedish Massage with a little of Tuina, can help you using less force in your neck. It depends on the type of pain, every body is different you would have to have a full consultation first before any treatment is given.
What are sensitive areas? According to the position statement of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (the College), sensitive areas include the chest wall musculature, breast tissue, inner thigh, and gluteal region (College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, 2004).
Checking the back and sides of the neck can tip off your healthcare provider to muscle spasms or problems in your spinal column. These might be pinching a nerve and causing pain. Your healthcare provider can also find other chains of enlarged lymph nodes.
The answer is yes! By applying pressure to the pinched nerve, it can help relieve tension, reduce pain and inflammation and promote circulation. It will also help relax you, your muscles and the affected area as well.
Skin Brushing
Also called “dry brushing,” this do-it-yourself technique promotes lymph flow by gently brushing the skin in the same direction as the lymph is traveling—from the feet and hands up toward the collarbones. This is usually done upon rising (before a shower) using a natural, soft-bristled brush on dry skin.
Place you hand on your collarbone. Move your hand down toward your underarm. This massage will move the lymph fluid from your neck and chest to your underarm lymph nodes.
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Any place on the body can become an endangerment site if the massage therapist is uneducated, careless, or inattentive. An endangerment site is not a “no-go” area; it is an area where extra education and expertise are required to work safely if we're doing anything more than gentle effleurage.