Massage therapy can be used to treat and manage a wide range of conditions which are common within the aging population such as tight muscles and arthritis. If left untreated it can result in a reduction in range of movement, flexibility, functional performance and the onset of depression. Massage treatment is recommended as it is able to improve an individual's quality of life by offering both physical and psychological benefits. This massage treatment is done mobile, meaning I will travel to the care home the elderly client is residing in. The massage is performed from the comfort of their own bed or chair. Ensuring they are comfortable throughout and also meaning they don't have to be mobile for me to perform the massage treatment.

What is massage for the elderly?

A range of massage techniques that alter in depth, speed, direction and rhythm can be used to treat the elderly and the symptoms they face. Through out the massage I maintain effective communication with their patients to ensure the individual feels comfortable and is receiving both an enjoyable and effective treatment session. Standard massage techniques can be adapted to suit the individual's needs and can address a number of problem areas in just one session.

When can massage help the elderly?

Massage can become part of a management programme for an elderly individual. Multiple massage techniques can be used and tailored to the individual's needs and goals of the service. Throughout the massage, communication between the therapist and patient will remain constant to ensure the patient's tolerance levels are established. Massage therapy can be applied in a number of situations such as;

• Chronic pain
• Tight muscles
• Arthritis
• Bed bound

What are the benefits of a massage for the elderly?

Massage therapy can produce a number of benefits for an elderly individual which together can improve quality of life and overall health and wellbeing, such as;

• Increased range of movement
• Increased Flexibility
• Decreased Pain
• Increased Healing
• Reduced stress

Overall, massage treatment can be extremely beneficial to the elderly and should be implemented regularly to ease the symptoms associated with aging. Massage treatment can be extremely beneficial when applied during situations such as chronic pain, post-injury, tight muscles and arthritis. The benefits of applying massage include increased range of movement, flexibility and healing and decreased pain and stress. The benefits of massage for the elderly are achieved through a number of physiological effects such as increased tissue temperature, vasodilation, lymphatic drainage, endorphins release and tissue elasticity. In addition to a reduction in the release of cortisol.

 

A 60 minute massage is priced at £45.00 within a 10km radius of M22 4YR. There is a supplementary charge of £10 per treatment for travel outside this radius.

How can I arrange a massage for the elderly?

Please contact me via WhatsApp on 07454956754.