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  1. Excluded Studies - Noninvasive Nonpharmacological Treatment for Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review Update - NCBI ... 
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK556230
    ... Grzeskowiak M. A comparison of the effects of deep tissue massage and therapeutic massage on chronic low back pain. ...
  2. Non-Drug Pain Management 
    https://medlineplus.gov/nondrugpainmanagement.html
    ... Transcutaneous electrical stimulation (TENS) Implanted electric nerve stimulation Deep brain or spinal cord stimulation Massage therapy is a treatment in which the soft tissues of the body are kneaded, rubbed, tapped, and ...
  3. How are tendon overuse injuries treated? - InformedHealth.org - NCBI Bookshelf 
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK555500
    ... tendon problems, a type of massage known as deep friction massage is commonly used. Here the physical therapist pushes into the tendon tissue with the tips of their fingers in order ...
  4. Pressure Ulcers: A Patient Safety Issue - Patient Safety and Quality - NCBI Bookshelf 
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK2650
    ... ulcer development. 23 During skin care, avoid vigorous massage over reddened, bony prominences because evidence suggest that this leads to deep tissue trauma. Skin care should focus on minimizing exposure ...
  5. xmlmplus_topics_2024-05-31.xml 
    https://medlineplus.gov/xml/mplus_topics_2024-05-31.xml
    ... li> <li>Implanted electric nerve stimulation</li> <li>Deep brain or spinal cord stimulation</li> </ul> <li><strong>Massage therapy</strong> is a treatment in which the soft tissues of the body are kneaded, rubbed, tapped, and ...
  6. Premenstrual syndrome - self-care 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000556.htm
    ... to sleep. To relieve anxiety and stress, try: Deep breathing or muscle relaxation exercises Yoga or other exercise Massage Ask your provider about medicines or talk therapy if your symptoms become worse.
  7. Lymphedema (PDQ®) - PDQ Cancer Information Summaries - NCBI Bookshelf 
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK65853
    ... correctly, massage therapy does not cause medical problems. Massage should not be done on any of the following: ... soft tissue where the skin was treated with radiation therapy . ...
  8. Lymphedema (PDQ®) - PDQ Cancer Information Summaries - NCBI Bookshelf 
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK65803
    ... the following special precautions should be considered when massage therapy is delivered to ... soft tissue when the skin is sensitive.[ 24 ] Additional integrative ...
  9. How to care for pressure sores 
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/patientinstructions/000740.htm
    ... deep below the skin. This is called a deep tissue injury. The area may be dark purple or ...
  10. The Use of Episiotomy in Obstetrical Care: A Systematic Review: Summary - AHRQ Evidence Report Summaries - NCBI ... 
    https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK11967
    ... 2x3x2 design and randomized to suture type for deep tissue repair (two groups), suture type for the perineal ...
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