Massage therapy may help a great number of conditions, including those found in this list:
- Depression and anxiety
- Headaches and migraines
- Back pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Insomnia
- Sports injuries
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder)
- Plantar fasciitis
- Tendinitis
- Sciatica
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Chronic pain
- Stress
- Post-operative recovery
- Pregnancy-related symptoms (such as back pain and swelling)
- Scoliosis
- Lymphedema
- Asthma
- High blood pressure
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Whiplash/Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Cerebral Palsy
- Lupus
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
- Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)
- Endometriosis
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Raynaud’s Disease
- Scleroderma
- Myofascial pain syndrome
- Frozen Shoulder
- Shin splints
- Achilles tendonitis
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer’s elbow
- Piriformis syndrome
- Patellofemoral pain syndrome
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Reflex sympathetic dystrophy (RSD)
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Interstitial cystitis
- Parkinson’s Disease
This is not an exhaustive list — there are many more conditions that massage is great for. Please share additional conditions in the comments below.
It’s important to note that massage therapy may not be suitable for certain medical conditions and it’s always best to consult with a healthcare professional before starting any massage therapy treatment.
Additionally, not all massages are the same and different types of massage may be better suited for different medical conditions.