explain, in terms of neurotransmitters how the massage therapy is thought to work for pain management?
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stimulation from other nerver endings that are not "feeling pain" cause Ca++ to be released, allowing for analesic neurotransmitters to be released to interneurons, competng with pain causing effects from other places.
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Well, since you have the diagnosis, you must have seen a doctor.  They should get you into physical therapy for the arm.  There are protocols for RSD in physical therapy to decrease the pain and sensitivity of the area while keeping and increasing range of motion and muscular strength.\n\nIf therapy does not help, you could go on the medical track and get prescribed drugs for the neurologically mediated pain.  Neurontin is a common drug used for this.  Also, medical doctors would recommend a sympathetic ganglion block.  This involves shooting the origin of the nerves (which is in the neck) with a numbing agent.  Sometimes this stops the symptoms completely, sometimes for just a short period of time, and sometimes not at all.  \n\nOn the natural-based medicine track, you could get evaluated to find any problems with organ functioning to include problems with producing or utilizing hormones and neurotransmitters.  Then recommendations for supplementation to support the nerve tissue and the affected organs could be done.\n\nIn any event, consult with your medical doctor on the medical track and find a Chiropractor who practices natural-based medicine or a Naturopath to go about the natural track.  Good luck.
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implantable pain devices .one brand is the medtronic\nThere are two groups of implantable devices: \n\nSpinal cord and peripheral nerve stimulators, which use electric current to decrease the pain. the device with hair like wires is put on the spine and the battery is placed under the skin. the patient can increse or decrese the amount of current he receives.\nthe electrical signals block out the pain signals,  there is asomething called the pain gate theory which explains how\n\npumps are also implated for pain intra thecally but they dont use currents.\n\nso such stimulators are used for getting rid of low back ache some headaches and also severe chronic arthritis(non inflammatory)
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I probably shouldn't tell you b/c if it is a study they want you to be a fairly clean slat without any preconceived notions about it. So, if you are interested in keeping your fresh perspective don't read any further.\n\nIt depends on the type (i.e., theoretical orientation) of art therapy you will be doing.  It most likely is being used as either a distraction technique (which is not novel) and/or as a mood enhancing technique. There is considerable research that demonstrates that pain experience can be mediated by an individuals emotional health. This is not to say that your emotions cause the pain, but rather that your emotions can either cause to experience greater levels of physical pain or actually reduce your pain experience.  There are other orientations that will attempt to use the art work as a means of abstracting your "intrapsychic" issues; however, this type of psychology is losing favor as little research has ever supported it's accuracy and utility.
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Osteopathy.  \n\nI am a massage therapist, not an osteopath - but I frequently refer to osteopaths.\n\nMost of my clients who get migraines have had some kind of birth trauma.  In other words, their crainum (head) was compressed or hurt in some way when they were born.  An osteopath can gently ease up the restrictions in your head and the rest of your body - possibly helping with your migraines.  Do some research about your own birth and about osteopathy.  Check out this web site and take a moment to read the description:
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Hey. Im a MA at a pain management clinic and you're right. All this basically is, is that you pulled something in your lower back. If you have a primary care physician ( PCP ), get a referal to see a pain managment dr.. If this pain does come and go, then you wouldn't want it to be anything major in the long run by keep putting it off. A pain management doc she be called in for this. We have alot of patients come into the clinic with this type of problem and the dr orders physical therapy to work the kink out. By this being only a problem from exercise and not fibromyalgia, you should be fine with a little light back work-out to work it out. But, still, go see a pain management doc to give you direct orders.
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A massage school has discounted massages supervised by instructors.   But -- you also put your question under pain/pain management.  If you have back problems I would only go to a professional physical therapist/massage therapist who specializes in manipulating the spine.
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Yes.  Different nerves run to different parts of the shoulder or arm.  I recommend you go to a physiotherapist, and tell the person exactly where it hurts, and what makes the pain worse or better.  They often take several visits to do much good, so be prepared for that.\n\nThey may use manipulation, heat, ultrasound and / or massage, to relieve the pain.  They should describe exercises for you to do, in between seeing them.\n\nPersonally, I generally just resort to analgesics and wait for it to settle of its own accord, but I have gone to a physiotherapist, for a few problems, over the years.
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Okay... I know this is going to sound strange, however I thought I may as well put this idea to you...\n\nI have worked for some chiropractors and am studying it now myself. The philosophy of Chiropractic is as follows: \n\nThe brain is the central part of the nervous system. It extends down into the spinal cord and then into the nerves which go to specific parts of your body, i.e. organs, muscles, etc. (Basically everywhere in the body...) So the spinal cord is like an 'information highway' of the body, just like a car highway. \n\nThe spinal cord is protected by the spine which is made up of 24 seperate bones (vertebrae). The vertebra can misalign through day to day activities through Chemical (e.g. smoking, caffene, alcohol, even pollution), Emotional (the muscles tense up and pull the spine out of position, i.e. tension headaches, etc) and physical stresses (eg, whiplash, trips, falls and even childbirth.) \n\nIf the spinal joints become misaligned (otherwise known as 'subluxated') nerve impulses become distorted. Going back to the analogy of the motorway... if you block two lanes of a four lane highway, the cars will become jammed and will not pass easily to their destination. Symptoms can include headaches, migranes, lower immune response, numbness/pins and needles in hands or feet, sciatica, muscle twitching, back pain... etc, etc, etc.\n\nSo... What I'm saying is that maybe you could have your spine checked for any misalignments. Most chiropractors do free 'spinal checks' or you could even book for a full consultation. They have the same goals as doctors, etc, but just work in a very different way. They use non-invasive and drug-free methods. It's all done through manipulation.\n\nI know all of this seems very far-fetched... however, I think there may be some kind of connection. Just be open-minded! Good luck!
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it's really personal preference!  i am a massage therapist and find that many people find a Swedish massage most relaxing, especially with the use of calming essential oils such as lavender.  however, others enjoy a stronger massage that really penetrates the muscles as it provides greater relief from muscular tension and stress.  everyone is different so the best way to discover which is the most relaxing for you is to try a few different forms of massage.  enjoy!
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Sensual massage is not part of massage therapy school. It is a sexually oriented massage, and when offered for money is usually a codeword for prostitution.
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you have made me remember a friend from 20 years ago who drove us crazy comp;aining about this condition i regret not being more understanding of the terrible pain she was experiencing at the time believe me the only thing that helped this dear friend was valium. if worse comes to worse try it because i personally witnessed a complete reversal of her condition when she started to take it,perhaps it works as a dental muscle relaxor or something like that i know the dentist here uses the valium for a lot of procedures anyway be well.
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Try a pain clinic, acupuncture, physical therapy, or a TENS unit.  A TENS unit is a little box that emits little shocks to interupt the pain signal to the brain and often helps you feel a lot better without any drugs.
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I would say so from my experience with homeopathic treatments.  I would depend if the pain was superficial or deep muscle pain.  I don't think it would help much with nerve pain, but it works like a charm for muscle pain.
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I'm so sorry that you've had this problem for so many years! Since you've tried so many other options (without success), I would like to recommend seeing a chiropractor. Contrary to popular belief, chiropractic is more than just "neck and back pain."  Chiropractic is founded in the belief that our Central Nervous System (brain, spinal cord, and nerves) controls EVERY bodily function.  A misalignment of the vertebrae (what chiropractic calls a "subluxation") could pinch the nerves running out between them, causing pain, numbness/tingling, or any type of general malfunction of that nerve's corresponding body part. This is why chiropractic has tremendous success in helping people with headaches, numbness in hands and feet, chronic ear infections, and many others.\n\nThere are many different chiropractic techniques out there, so it would be best for you to ask around, visit a few offices and pick the doctor that you are most comfortable with. Taking pain medication is only masking the symptom of pain but is not correcting the problem. No matter what you decide to do, I sincerely hope that things improve for you.
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Well - I'm a massage therapist and physical therapist with over 15 years of experience.  I think it depends upon the therapist/patient or client relationship - I have always been professional and never had any problems.  I am also married with one son - I think that makes guys feel safe.  I think it also depends upon how much pain or discomfort you are in - if you need help and are in a lot of pain and know that I could help you, wouldn't you be willing to put those feelings aside?
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Good luck\nTreatment is not always successful. Effective measures include the following: \n\nSun protection wearing clothing with long sleeves (more effective than sunscreens alone). \nCooling lotions as required (camphor and menthol). \nCervical spine manipulation. This must be done by an appropriately qualified health professional. \nElectrical cutaneous nerve field stimulation. \nCapsaicin cream - this depletes nerve endings of their chemical transmitters. \nLocal anaesthetic creams. \nAmitriptyline tablets at night.