ADHD Massage

ADHD Massage for children with ADHD. Massage help calm down reduce inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. ADHD Massage can play a vital role in managing ADHD. 

At Complementary Therapy , we apply a variety of physical therapies  such as Myofascial Release, Deep tissue massage, Trigger point therapy, Acupressure and  EEG Biofeedback help our clients to decrease the symptoms of ADHD 

How does ADHD massage work?

ADHD massage use unique techniques to either stimulate or calm the body's muscles and tissues to create a desired effect. When a practitioner massages soft tissue, electrical signals are transmitted both to the local area and throughout the body. These signals, in combination with the healing properties of touch, help heal damaged muscle, stimulate circulation, clear waste products via the lymphatic system, boost the activity of the immune system, reduce pain and tension, and induce a calming effect. Massage may also enhance well-being by stimulating the release of endorphins (natural painkillers and mood elevators) and reducing levels of certain stress hormones.

Major Benefits of ADHD Massage

Therapeutic benefits include improve , sleep alertness, academic performance and behavior improvement.

• Improve cognition and functioning
• Decrease pain
• Improve sleep
• Increase endurance at study and play
• Reduce taking medications such as Ritalin, Amphetamines etc. (side effects includes  rapid heartbeat, weight loss, liver damage (Austin,2003) etc.
• Improve in mood and class room behavior 
• Improve concentration and attention

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Medical review of 13 clinical trials found evidence that massage might be useful for chronic low-back pain

References:

Austin, V.L (2003), Pharmacokogical interventions for student with ADDD. Intervention in Schools and Clinics.