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October 10, 2005
Combatting The Gravity Of Life
As an athlete, deep tissue massage, which focuses on the connective tissue web supporting the body, is likely to be more beneficial than a standard Swedish massage. Even small tissue tears from daily training can add up.
Ignoring soft-tissue damage can lead to chronic injury that stunts rehabilitation as well as performance. Constant muscle tension from regular activity can cause overwhelming stresses on joints, ligaments, tendons and muscles.
Rolfers think life's stresses, injuries and bad habits - along with gravity - can misalign and tighten your body. That, in turn, causes pain, fatigue and other symptoms. When the body compensates for a weak link, the entire structure is weakened, Rolfers say. By manipulating the myofascial tissue in a series of sessions, Rolfers say they can help the body reintegrate itself.
Posted by linda at October 10, 2005 8:13 AM
