Spinal Stenosis:
The abnormal narrowing of a passage in the body. Examples include:
- Cervical Spinal Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
- Foraminal Stenosis
- Aortic Stenosis
There are several surgical options available for spinal stenosis today. No amount of massage will create a larger or “better” opening in the spinal canal; however, massage therapy can help relieve pain and irritation for some of the painfully affected or “referring pain” areas.
Lamina: It is the bone that forms the backside of the spine and creates a “roof” over the spinal cord.
Laminectomy: Is a surgical procedure where a portion of the lamina is surgically removed to release pressure within the spinal column.
Bodywork Precautions & Contraindications for Laminectomy
- Do not apply pressure on laminectomy site
- Pull skin to the left or right of laminectomy scar to perform cross fiber friction techniques (specialized training required)
- Do not work around or over a laminectomy without physician referral and specialized training
To learn more, please register for training at https://ceinstitute.com/
#massage #massagetherapy #massageprecautions #massagecontraindications
Comments