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Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy (AOBT) is ideal for athletes, larger people, those with back pain and those who simply want to try something new and different.
AOBT is very beneficial for patients suffering from chronic back pain and fibrosis. This is because the pressure strokes of the feet are applied along the para-spinals
and lumbar region of the back, which eases muscle spasm. The compression movements also help to open the intervertebral foramen (a passageway in a bone for nerves).
This allows pressure and pain relief of the nerve, because the foramen now has more space to retake its natural position.
AOBT is also beneficial for tight or painful hamstrings, calf muscles, quadriceps, tight IT Bands, sciatica (not the acute stage) and tight forearms.
The combination of gravitational force and deep compression massage help to elongate the spine and surrounding muscles, relieve muscle pain,
promote mobilization to naturally take place, stimulate the lymphatic system and increase circulation.
Experience improved posture and movement, pain relief and a state of well being.
Clients swear they will never go back to traditional massage after experiencing Ashiatsu.
Contraindications (not recommened for):
- Pregnancy or suspected pregnancy
- Implants within the last nine months
- Eye surgery in the last 72 hours
- Acute heart condition, uncontrolled blood pressure, aneurysm, thrombosis (blood clots) varicose veins, people on prescription anticoagulants
- Osteoporosis (advance stage), kidney disorder, cancer, hypoglycemia
- Any recent injuries or surgeries, rib fractures, skin lesions or abscesses
Follow-Up Care:
Should:
- Drink lots of water
- Passive stretching
- Hot Sauna, steam room or Jacuzzi
Should Not:
- Sit for long periods of time in a hard chair
- Lift heavy objects (examples: children over 35 lbs, perform heavy yard work or house work, be careful of your workout in the gym within the first 48 hours)
- Engage in rough contact sports
- Drink heavy alcohol with in first 24 hours
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