Q & Ahhh is our monthly segment where we get the experts at Massage Envy to answer your questions! In honor of Mother's Day (coming up in less than a month!), this edition of Q & Ahhh is all about moms:
Q: Is it safe for my elderly mother to receive massage?
A: Geriatric massage is designed to address the specific needs of the elderly population. This type of massage uses gentle and light application of massage techniques and can include passive stretching. Geriatric massage can help us maintain and improve overall health even as we are aging. It also has been shown to relieve anxiety and depression and provide comfort especially to touch-deprived elderly clients.
Find a therapist who is trained in providing this type of massage and be sure to check with your mother's physician to ensure her condition is stable enough to receive hands-on therapy. Once the doctor gives approval, I recommend scheduling sessions for you and your mother together for her first visit to ensure she has a comfortable and relaxing experience.
- C.G. Funk, Licensed Massage Therapist and Vice President of Industry Relations and Product Development for Massage Envy
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