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Any person that suffers from the chronic pain caused by Fibromyalgia understands that any relief is welcome. Mukilteo Massage therapy is a proven treatment for fibromyalgia. You may be asking “How does massage help fibromyalgia?”

The fibromyalgia sufferer is wrought with excruciating pain and often debilitating fatigue. A chronic disorder, classified as a syndrome, fibromyalgia has a number of treatments but no cure is currently available.

Over 6 million people suffer from fibromyalgia in the United States alone! If you are fortunate enough to have the services of a trained massage therapist, like the therapists at Mukilteo Massage, it is strongly recommended that you avail yourself of their services.

The primary symptom of fibromyalgia is widespread pain in the ligaments, tendons and muscles of the human body. Muscle twitches and burning are common complaints in addition to the muscles feeling sore, achy and overworked. The combination of symptoms is the name:

“fibro” = fibrous tissue + “my” = muscle + “algia” = pain

Alternative treatments that have proven effective for the treatment of fibromyalgia pain offered at Mukilteo Massage are:

FULL BODY MASSAGE

The hands on manipulation of  muscles increases the body’s natural pain blockers, including:

• endorphins
• serotonin
• norepinephrine

Fibromyalgia patients rated massage therapy as the best treatment option available. The overwhelming choice of massage therapy is likely because of the multiple benefits:

• better blood circulation = faster muscle repair
• increased flexibility = reduced stiffness
• range of motion increased
• stress reduction & relief of depression
• pain relief = better sleep habits & patterns

CRANIAL SACRAL THERAPY

Cranial sacral therapy is offered at Mukilteo Massage as yet another alternative therapy that has been proven quite effective in the treatment of fibromyalgia. The cranial sacral system includes:

• brain
• spinal cord
• cerebrospinal fluid

The belief that an interference of the cranial rhythmic impulse can result in a variety of health problems including chronic pain disorders like fibromyalgia. Palpation of the area determined by the therapist to be the spot of cranial rhythmic impulse interruption restores the flow of cerebrospinal fluid to therapeutic levels. Fibromyalgia sufferers note that Cranial Sacral Therapy has the following affects:

• decrease of general pain
• decreases the number of chronic headaches
• improved range of motion
• reduction of chronic fatigue & mood elevation

If you are sick and tired of being sick and tired, schedule one of the highly effective alternative treatments at Mukilteo Massage today!

I have always been a fan of massages or getting a massage. It is my typical way of releasing a week’s tension or stress, plus, it is beneficial for my health as it eases out fatigued and sore muscles. I heard from a friend that there is a new style of massage that guarantees not only relaxation but healing as well. It is called Mukilteo stone massage or commonly referred to as hot stone massage as well. It is not your usual massage, here they take your massage to a new level using therapeutic approach and relaxing techniques using stones. Yes, these stones are the primary tool used in this massage.

This massage is unexpectedly gentle, smooth, and does not require hard kneading from therapists who have the proper knowledge and training. So if you have bits of reservation for those hard point massages but long for a deep-muscle-massage, this would be the better option. These stones are practically made of basalt, a kind of rock that generally retains heat and stays warm during the massage. It is heated first to up to one hundred and twenty degrees (Fahrenheit) just to retain the heat during the whole massage experience. River rocks are commonly used for this massage as they have the quality of being smooth and flat. The Everett Massage therapist would hold the stone first before placing in on your body to avoid burn injuries or scalding and when it is placed on your body, the heat is already manageable.

Stone massage is excellent for people who suffer from back pains, nervous system problems; any arthritis related pains, stress, insomnia, as well as depression. These stones are placed on areas where the massage therapist feels the need for certain pressure. Usually, the massage therapist would start off by the routine oil placed on your back; afterwards, the therapist would glide these rocks and starts to place it on each areas of your body. They even have small stones that would fit your palms and toes as well. This massage would normally last for an hour. Stone massage however is not recommended for people with infectious skin diseases or prone to blood clotting.