Tailoring Massage Therapy for Joint Hypermobility: An Overview by Dr. Linda Bluestein
In this YouTube video, Dr. Linda Bluestein discusses the nuances of providing massage therapy to individuals with Joint Hypermobility, specifically tailored for their unique needs and challenges. She emphasizes the importance of a gentle approach and frequent feedback from clients to ensure that massage therapy is effective and safe, highlighting how improper techniques can inadvertently increase pain or cause injury. Dr. Bluestein also illustrates how massage can help with muscle tone, sensitivity, and reduce anxiety in those with Joint Hypermobility, guiding therapists to adopt a mindful and cautious approach tailored to each client’s responses.