Massages are not advised for softball injuries. it may cause more damage than cure. Have your injury checked and follow the advise of the therapist. They are the only ones who know how to give proper massages
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∙ 13y agoSome of the most common baseball and softball injuries include rotator cuff injuries, elbow injuries such as Tommy John surgery, and injuries to the hamstrings and knees due to running and sliding. Additionally, ankle sprains and muscle strains are also common in both sports.
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Certain ligament and joint injuries that need immobilization and expert attention may be aggravated by massage.
Michael McGillicuddy has written: 'Massage for sport performance' -- subject(s): Athletic Injuries, Methods, Prevention & control, Sports massage, Massage, Sports
The treatment of choice for soft tissue injuries and muscle injuries typically involves rest, ice, compression, and elevation (RICE). Pain relief medications and physical therapy may also be recommended to promote healing and restore function. In severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to repair the damaged tissues.
Intense massage, however, may increase the risk of injury to the body. Vigorous massage has been associated with muscle pain and such injuries as bleeding in the liver or other vital organs
Rolfing is a type of bodywork just like massage is a type of bodywork. Some would say that Rolfing is a form of massage but there isn't any clear definitions of massage and bodywork. Rolfing is a systematic method of working with the body for the purpose of realigning the body to relieve the stress points that can lead to pain and injuries. Massage can be Swedish Massage, Triggerpoint massage, thai massage, etc
It depends on the precautions and the situation. UCL tears are common or tennis elbows and tendonitous. Like I said though, it just depends on the situations but those injuries are common in softball
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Physiotherapists, chiropractors, massage therapists are probably the most common ones.
Infectious diseases, contagious skin conditions, acute inflammation, infected injuries.
Some medical conditions that massage therapy can help are: allergies , anxiety and stress, arthritis, asthma and bronchitis, carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive motion injuries, chronic and temporary pain