Vancouver Massage Therapy (RMT) and Chiropractic Treatment for Muscle Strain

We have over 600 muscles in the body that all serve a specific function! These muscles stretch and contract to move and stabilize different parts of our body. Unfortunately, these muscles can get injured and cause pain.

Muscle strains, commonly referred to as pulled muscles, occur when muscle fibers (myofibers) are overstretched or torn due to excessive force or overuse. These injuries often result from sudden movements, improper lifting techniques, or inadequate warm-up before physical activity. You may feel pain with movement, localized pain with manual pressure, and limited range of motion.

Our Vancouver Massage Therapist (RMT) is well versed in treating muscle strains. Massage therapy will bring blood flow the the injured area, work out knots and trigger points in the muscle, and enhance collagen production to aid in a speedy recovery.

Common muscles strains treated in the lower limb are the gasctronemius (calves), rectus femoris (thigh), biceps femoris (a hamstring), and adductor longus (inner thigh). In the upper limb, the biceps brachii, tricep brachii and rotator cuffs of the upper limb are commonly strained.

Our Vancouver chiropractor uses myofascial techniques, instrument assisted techniques (like Graston), and strengthening exercises to help with recovery of strained muscles. A movement assessment is often performed to understand faulty movement patterns and muscle imbalances that may have caused the injury. Common muscles in the back that can get strained are the erector spinae muscles, quadratus lumborum, and the lattissmus dorsi muscles.

Book an appointment today to start healing your strained muscle with our top-rated RMT and Chiropractor here in Fairview, Vancouver.