Comfort and mobility
Massage for bursitis comfort
Bursitis can make a hip, shoulder or elbow tender to touch. Careful massage of the muscles around the sore area may help comfort and relaxation.
A careful approach
Bursitis is an inflamed cushion near a joint, and it is something to have your doctor look at. A massage therapist does not treat it. We do not massage directly on a tender, inflamed bursa. Instead, we may work on the muscles around the area that tighten up to protect it: the hips and glutes, the upper back and neck, or the forearm.
What we do and do not do
- We do: slow, light to medium work around the sore area, and warm up the muscles that feel tight.
- We do not: press on the painful spot, use deep or aggressive pressure there, or promise any result.
- We ask where it hurts, since when it started and whether your doctor has given you instructions.
Ask your doctor first
If your bursitis is new or flared up, check with your doctor before booking. When it has calmed down and you have the OK, a gentle 30 or 60 minute session can be a comfortable way to ease tension around it.
Related reading
Massage at Desert Zen is for comfort and relaxation. It is not medical advice and is not a substitute for care from your doctor. Please check with your doctor first if you have a medical condition, and tell your therapist about it before the session.
Questions
Can massage treat bursitis?
No. Bursitis is a medical condition for your doctor. Massage may help comfort and relaxation in the surrounding muscles.
Will you massage right on the sore spot?
No. We work around a tender area and keep pressure gentle, within your comfort.
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15920 N Oracle Rd, Suite 170, Catalina, AZ 85739 · Open daily 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM