As part of our comprehensive approach to care, Baldwin Bone & Joint physicians and providers may prescribe a treatment plan for a patient that includes orthopaedic massage therapy.
In addition to bringing balance to the body and helping to prevent injury, orthopaedic massage therapy is often used in rehabilitation to treat the cause of muscle imbalances, such as poor posture and tension, and may also prevent chronic aches and pains in the future.
Who may benefit from massage therapy?
Patients who suffer from a variety of medical issues including:
Baldwin Bone & Joint’s massage therapy services are led by Roderick Gibbs, a licensed massage therapist and physical therapist assistant.
He has served as an integral part of our orthopaedic team since 2008. A certified Myoskeletal Alignment Therapist, Roderick’s expertise in massage therapy stretches beyond relaxing the muscles.
“If the physician recommends orthopaedic massage therapy for a patient, the Baldwin Bone & Joint team members collectively develop a plan. From pain management and physical therapy to work comp injuries, our goal is quality patient care and to get our patients back on track.”
Orthopaedic Massage
Focuses on prevention and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal dysfunctions
May include therapeutic assessment, manipulation, and movement of locomotor soft tissue to reduce pain and dysfunction.
Targets specific area(s) of the body treated by referring physician
60 to 90-minute sessions
Sports Massage
Rehabilitates soft tissue damage
Techniques used to enhance athletic performance
Promotes flexibility, reduces swelling, relieves muscle tension and muscle fatigue
60 to 90-minute sessions
Deep Tissue Massage
Focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue
The use of firm pressure focused on the deepest layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia
Helps to alleviate muscle spasms, stress, inflammation, tissue damage and pain
60 to 90-minute sessions
TO SCHEDULE YOUR MASSAGE THERAPY APPOINTMENT, CALL 251.767.9291.
You may schedule an orthopaedic clinic appointment online, by calling our office at (251) 625-BONE (2663) or by faxing (251) 625-3198. Our physical therapy clinic phone number is (251) 625-31PT (3178).
For emergencies, we are available and on-call 24/7, including holidays. If you have an emergency, please call our office at (251) 625-2663.