The Power of Neuromuscular Therapy

Today we’re talking about bodywork, specifically neuromuscular therapy, with Elizabeth Goldberg, a licensed massage therapist and wellness coach. Neuromuscular therapy, sometimes called trigger-point massage, is a form of soft tissue manipulation that aims to treat underlying causes of chronic pain involving the muscular and nervous systems. This medically-oriented form of massage therapy addresses trigger points (tender muscles points), circulation, nerve compression, postural issues, and biomechanical problems that can be caused by repetitive movement injuries. By working with incredible practitioners, Elizabeth was able to not only relieve the pain in her back but also developed a new relationship with her body and mind. She believes strongly in the power of therapeutic bodywork. Elizabeth practices at Freed Bodyworks on Capitol Hill, and she first came to massage as a client with a repetitive stress injury. ◘ Related Content Controlled pilot study of the effects of Neuromuscular Therapy in patients with Parkinson’s disease https://www.researchgate.net/publication/6751675_Controlled_pilot_study_of_the_effects_of_Neuromuscular_Therapy_in_patients_with_Parkinson's_disease Effect of ischemic compression on trigger points in the neck and shoulder muscles in office workers: a cohort study https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/23993756 The impact of latent trigger points on regional muscle function https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/18765139 Investigating Neuromuscular Therapy: Efficacy of Application on Chronic Pain (Case Report) https://cns.edu/images/pdfs/research/Depression%20and%20Fatigue.pdf Responsiveness of myofascial trigger points to single and multiple trigger point release massages – a randomized, placebo controlled trial https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5561477/ ◘ Transcript https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/transcript-power-neuromuscular-therapy-gw-office-of/?published=t ◘ This podcast features the song “Follow Your Dreams” (freemusicarchive.org/music/Scott_Ho…ur_Dreams_1918) by Scott Holmes, available under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial (01https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/4.0/) license. ◘ Disclaimer: The content and information shared in GW Integrative Medicine is for educational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. The views and opinions expressed in GW Integrative Medicine represent the opinions of the host(s) and their guest(s). For medical advice, diagnosis, and/or treatment, please consult a medical professional.