Questions and Answers on Swedish Massage
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Q. What is the official definition of Massage Therapy? |
A. Massage Therapy is the manipulation of soft tissue for therapeutic purposes. |
Q. What do Medical Physicians think of Massage Therapy? |
A. Massage has been defined by Medical Authorities as "A term which is used to signify a group of systematic scientific manipulations of body tissues, which are best performed by the hands for the purpose of affecting nervous and muscular systems and the general circulation. |
Q. What are the recommendations for Massage Therapy? |
A. Scientific Massage is recommended as a reliable, professional effort for restoring the function to muscles and joints, improving circulation and general body tone, as well as for relief of mental and physical fatigue. |
Q. How do I know if I have a qualified Massage Therapist? |
A. Many of our States realize the potential harm that may be done by an unqualified person and thus require a licensing procedure before a Therapist is allowed to practice. If this is not the case in your State, as yet, be sure you utilize the services of an A.M.T.A. member. Only the American Massage Therapy Association requires education of a high enough caliber to protect the client. |
Q. If I want to become a Massage Therapist, how do I find a proper school? |
A. Write or call the American Massage Therapy Association at the National Office: 820 Davis St. Ste 100, Evanston, Il 60201-4444; or Phone: (847) 864-0123. Ask for the most current list of approved Massage Therapy Schools. There are now thirty-six approved Massage Therapy schools throughout the United States and Canada. More are meeting the requirements and it should not be too difficult to find one in your area. |
Q. Will Massage Therapists ever have the professional respect granted so readily to their European counterparts? |
A. Only by educating the "People in Power" and the general public can this be obtained. It is sad that we must deal with these unjust attitudes, but a "New Day is Dawning" in the public awareness and we will be ready. |
Questions and Answers on Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy®
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Q. What is Pfrimmer Technique Deep Muscle Therapy®?
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A. A specific series of movements applied to the muscles of a client by a fully trained Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapist for the purpose of restoring proper circulation of both blood and lymphatic fluid.
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Q. How Does Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy® differ from other deep muscle therapies being taught?
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A. Primmer Deep Muscle Therapy® is based exclusively on 34 years of research and practical application by Therese C. Pfrimmer, a Registered Masseuse and Physiotherapist from Ontario, Canada who discovered the technique after she was paralyzed from the waist down. A thorough knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology is required in order to apply this special technique in a safe and productive manner.
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Q. What is the purpose of Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy®?
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A. To release adherent conditions within the muscle tissue including the fascia, thus softening the hardened muscle fibers.
To restore flow of lymph and fresh oxygenated blood to the whole body.
To improve and aid freedom of joint movements.
Help remove waste products - toxins, etc.
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Q. What is the difference between regular massage and Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy®?
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A. Massage manipulation works with the superficial layers of muscle and move body fluids. Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy® releases adherent and fibrous conditions existing in deeper layers of muscles. These often become involved because of trauma, exposure, fatigue, injuries, lactic acid buildup, stress, etc. Massage temporarily relieves tension, whereas, Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy® actually corrects damage to tissues.
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Q. Why are all the layers of muscles so important to your health?
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A. When any layer of muscle becomes involved, the normal flow of body fluids is disrupted. The life of the body is in the blood. Without fresh, oxygenated blood and a free flow of lymphatic fluid, the involved muscle fibers begin to weaken, harden, and adhere to surrounding fibers, causing congestion and muscle malfunction. This common type of tissue fatigue robs us of good health. It also can progress to the point of paralysis if left unchecked.
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Q. Can adjustments by an osteopathic physician or chiropractor be helped by Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy®?
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A. Yes. Since the skeletal and muscular systems funtion together, combining PDMT® with chiropractic and osteopathic adjustments creates a synergistic relationship. Treatment of damaged muscles aids chiropractic and osteopathic adjustments to the skeletal system, allowing them to "hold" longer and better. Skeletal misalignments is often caused by damaged or impaired muscles. PDMT® can give help at the source of many structural problems. |
Q. What common conditions have benefited from Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapy®?
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A. Arthritis, Bell's Palsy, Bursitis, Constipation, Fibrositis, Gastric Disorders, Headaches, Insomnia, Low Back Problems, Multiple Sclerosis, Muscular Dystrophy, Neuralgia, Neuritis, Neurological Problems, Parkinson's, Polio, Poor Circulation, Sciatica, Scoliosis, Sprains, Strokes, Tic Douloureaux, Whiplash.
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Q. Who may become a Pfrimmer Deep Muscle Therapist?
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A. Anyone applying must be over 18 years of age, of good moral character, having at least 500 hours of Anatomy, Physiology, Hygiene, Ethics, etc., and be willing to abide by the standards imposed by the Therese C. Pfrimmer School and the International Association.
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