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How
is Hendrickson Method different from traditional deep tissue massage?
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Deep tissue massage focuses on relaxation of the deep muscles and
fascia, and is a wonderful technique for relaxation. Hendrickson Method
is an advanced system of orthopedic therapy. Hendrickson Method therapists
use specific assessment techniques to determine the source of their
client’s pain or disability. The therapist then uses a specific
protocol of massage, joint mobilization and an advanced system of
orthopedic therapy called muscle energy technique to resolve the source
of the problem. And it is profoundly relaxing.
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Deep tissue massage, and most clinical massage techniques such as
trigger point therapy, can be very painful. By using painful techniques,
other therapists are inadvertently stimulating the sympathetic nervous
system (our fight or flight response). Not only does this interfere
with healing, it is uncomfortable to receive. Hendrickson Method therapists
work within their client’s comfort level, use extremely effective
and precise techniques to eliminate painful trigger points, improve
the function of the joints, and increase range of motion.
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Hendrickson Method has taken the most effective clinical practices,
added unique and powerful innovations – some of which are drawn
from Eastern teachings - and seamlessly synthesized them into a fine-tuned,
extensive system of orthopedic massage and manual therapy. It has
evolved during 30 years of clinical practice into a powerfully effective
integrated system.
Does it hurt?
Hendrickson Method is done within your comfort zone and is usually very
pleasant to receive. Sessions can be done fully clothed, without oil,
and produce results – quickly.
How can I find a
Hendrickson Method Practitioner or Therapist?
It’s easy. Go into the Client section of this web site and utilize
our Practitioner Locator option.
Type in your zip code and you’ll get a list of practitioners and
therapists in your area, along with a description of their services and
training. Choose a few and contact them to get more information. The Practitioner
Locator Service is a new feature of our web site and so it may take some
time to be fully populated. Please use the Locator first, but if it fails
to show practitioners or therapists in your area, feel free to call our
clinic at 510.524.8256 for a referral.
How long ago was Hendrickson
Method developed?
Dr. Tom Hendrickson developed his Method during 30 years of clinical practice.
You can read more about Dr. Hendrickson and his process in his biography.
What is the difference
between a Hendrickson Method Practitioner, Therapist, and Advanced Therapist?
The degree of training. Hendrickson Method Practitioners have at least
200 hours of professional certification training. Therapists have a minimum
of 400 hours of professional training. And Advanced Therapists have completed
our entire 500 hour program.
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