Neck and Shoulder Massage
What is a Neck and Shoulder Massage?
The neck and shoulder massage technique is an alternative therapy to medications for relieving most situations with tension and stress concentrated in the neck and shoulder areas.
If you spend too many hours in front of a computer or simply spend too much time sitting, it is very likely that the neck and shoulder areas will show signs of overload. In the face of these seemingly insignificant symptoms for the health of our clients, the most common and inexpensive solution is medication. However, in most situations, neck and shoulder massage can be the most natural and healthy solution for your body.
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Benefits of Neck and Shoulder Massage
Pain and tension relief: The cervical area, neck, and shoulders are the most affected by poor posture we adopt in our daily lives, even while sleeping. The neck and shoulder massage significantly relieves cervical pain, as well as symptoms caused by these muscle contractions and tensions that are so common.
Relief from stress and anxiety: Almost all types of massages we offer at our medical SPA accelerate the production of endorphins in the body. This temporary overproduction creates a sense of relaxation that directly combats accumulated anxiety and stress.
Postural correction: The neck and shoulder massage directly addresses muscle imbalances, and this correction allows the user to gradually correct poor posture that causes tension, muscle contractions, and discomfort.
Sleep depth: The neck and shoulder massage is commonly requested by people with muscle contractions or discomfort in the cervical area. However, a secondary effect of neck and shoulder massages is deep relaxation and improved sleep quality.
Relief from headaches: Most of the headaches we suffer from daily are caused by tension in the neck and shoulder areas. Neck and shoulder massages provide direct and immediate relief from this type of pain.
Method to achieve a good neck and shoulder massage
The technical neck and shoulder massage is one of the most requested services at our medical SPA in Miami. The professional massage therapists on our team carefully follow the steps outlined in our method for neck and shoulder massages.
Step 1 NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGES: APPROACH
The approach step is common to all types of massages. It is the initial process of a massage, where the massage therapist makes contact with the client and a trust-based relationship is established, which is essential for achieving the benefits of any type of massage.
Step 2 NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGES: WARMING UP THE TISSUES
Once the professional massage therapist has established enough trust for a neck and shoulder massage, they will place their hands on the shoulders, applying gentle, sustained pressure. At this stage, with the palm of their hand, the massage therapist will perform circular dispersing movements while warming up the muscles that will be the focus of the neck and shoulder massage.
Step 3 NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGES: KNEADING
Although it is not a deep tissue massage, the neck and shoulder massage requires a kneading stage in which the massage therapist at our medical SPA will achieve deep kneading, especially of the shoulder muscles, and will then perform movements from the base of the neck towards the shoulders. During this stage, the therapist will ensure to maintain constant pressure at a very regular pace.
Step 4 NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGES: WORK ON THE NECK
In the neck and shoulder massage, it is essential to apply persistent and delicate massage on the neck guides. In this stage, the professional massage therapist will strategically place the pads of their fingers at the base of the neck, but at the right and left ends, using the longitudinal extension of the muscles as a reference, and will maintain a rhythmic massage from the base towards the skull along the previously mentioned guide.
Step 5 NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGES: LIGHT PERCUSSION MOVEMENTS
The light percussion movement is applied in Swedish massages, full body massages, and other relaxation massages. This movement can be used as a tool to dissipate trigger points or to achieve localized relaxation of specific muscles. In the case of the neck and shoulder massage, the percussion movement is performed on the cervical area, with the sole purpose of achieving relaxation of the muscles in that area.
Step 6 NECK AND SHOULDER MASSAGES: STRETCHING AND REINTEGRATION
Through breathing exercises combined with key movements of a neck and shoulder massage, the client’s physical and mental reintegration will be achieved gradually. This process should be slow and respect each client's recovery time. Forcing the recovery process after receiving a neck and shoulder massage can directly affect the massage experience.
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Best Neck and Shoulder Massagers
The neck and shoulder massage techniques have been one of the most democratized through technological devices, also known as electronic massagers.
The functional principle of electronic massagers is to replicate the technical movements performed by a professional massage therapist, including vibrations or percussions, kneading, and strokes, through electromechanical systems.
Searches for electronic massagers on Amazon to replicate neck and shoulder massages are one of the most requested options by users. Although the most effective neck and shoulder massages should be performed in therapies carried out by professional massage therapists at a medical spa in Miami, there are some models that stand out for their ability to maintain rhythmic movements as well as achieve some depth in the massages.
Among the best neck and shoulder massagers, the following stand out:
Beurer MG151 Electronic Massager
Esseason SNI Electronic Massager
Naipo MGS 150 D Electronic Massager
La gran mayoría de masajeadores electrónicos se basan en técnicas de masajes orientales, concretamente en las técnicas de masajes Shiatsu.
You can book a neck and shoulder massage session at our medical spa in Miami and our certified professional therapists will teach you some useful techniques to get the most out of massages with electric massagers.
When to get a neck and shoulder massage?
It is recommended to get a neck and shoulder massage session when experiencing overloads or muscle tension in the cervical area, headaches, as well as accumulated stress in the neck or shoulder areas.
Neck and shoulder massage sessions will provide relief from symptoms of cervical muscle contractions and other common ailments in people who maintain poor posture for extended periods.
How long does a neck and shoulder massage last?
The neck and shoulder massage has a recommended duration of 60 to 90 minutes. The first 10 minutes are reserved for warming up tense muscles and nerves in the cervical area, while the final 10 minutes are reserved for the treatment of gentle stretching massages accompanied by breathing exercises to ensure a good reintegration of the client.
How often should a neck and shoulder massage be given?
Neck and shoulder massages should not only be performed when symptoms such as muscle tension or headaches appear. It is important to apply neck and shoulder massage sessions systematically when the person is subjected to prolonged postures that may be harmful to their physical health.
Who can receive neck and shoulder massages?
There are no known contraindications for receiving neck and shoulder massage sessions. Anyone who suffers from headaches caused by tension, or experiences symptoms of overload in the cervical area, can receive neck and shoulder massage sessions.
When is it recommended to give a Swedish massage?
Most headaches are caused by overloads, poor posture, or accumulated stress. Neck and shoulder massages at a medical spa, in sessions of 60 to 90 minutes, can be the most recommended massages to relieve headaches.