FIBROMYALGIA MASSAGE IN HOLLAND
Are you living with the unpredictable challenges of fibromyalgia? When you live with chronic widespread pain, the idea of "just getting a massage" can be intimidating. Many of my clients in West Michigan come to me after having bad experiences with "deep tissue" work that left them in a painful flare-up. At Massage Sci, I offer a different approach -- one that respects your nervous system and works with your body, not against it.
why choose Massage Sci?
Fibromyalgia is a complex condition of the central nervous system. It requires more than just muscle work; it requires a therapist who understands central sensitization.
I provide evidence-informed massage and specialize in chronic or persistent pain, with a biopsychosocial lens. The techniques I use are often called sports or medical massage. I use a strategic and methodical approach over brute force -- no one with pain should leave with more of it. I may also provide recommendations for at-home care.
My approach for fibromyalgia includes:
evidence-informed care: I stay up-to-date on the latest research regarding pain science and how massage therapy may positively affect the nervous system.
nervous system regulation: My goal isn't to "break up knots," but to provide input to your nervous system that signals safety, helping to lower your overall pain baseline.
methodical, not forceful: Using a strategic and gentle approach, I ensure you leave feeling supported, never over-stimulated. No one with Fibromyalgia should leave a massage therapy session feeling like they’ve been "beat up."
common outcomes
While there is no "cure" for Fibromyalgia, targeted, evidence-informed massage in a safe environment may help manage the most common symptoms:
reduced sensitivity: Helping your body process touch in a non-threatening way.
improved sleep quality: By lowering cortisol and calming the sympathetic nervous system, a better night's rest is a common outcome post-massage therapy.
enhanced mobility: Gently working through the general stiffness. I have a lot of heat tools if heat is helpful and soothing to your body.
mental & emotional relief: Along with persistent pain comes a persistent mental and social toll. Your "invisible pain" is not invisible here. I see you. I believe you.