Discover What Really Works to Relieve Tension, Improve Mobility, and Restore Comfort
Lower back pain is one of the most common reasons people seek massage therapy—and with good reason. Whether it’s caused by poor posture, injury, stress, or long hours at a desk, chronic lower back tension can interfere with daily life, mobility, and sleep.
At Arco Healthcare Clinic, we understand how debilitating lower back pain can be. Our massage therapists are trained in targeted, evidence-based techniques to help relieve pain, restore function, and support long-term healing.
Here’s a look at some of the most effective massage techniques we use to treat lower back pain—and how they work.
1. Deep Tissue Massage
Best for: Chronic tension and muscle tightness
This technique focuses on the deep layers of muscle and fascia, using slow, firm pressure to break up adhesions (“knots”) and release chronic muscle tightness. It’s especially helpful for those who experience back stiffness from sitting, overuse, or previous injury.
Benefits:
- Releases deeply rooted tension
- Improves blood flow to damaged tissues
- Reduces inflammation and pain
2. Tui Na Massage
Best for: Radiating pain, muscle spasms, or referred discomfort
Trigger points are hyper-irritable knots within muscle tissue that often refer pain to other parts of the body. In the lower back, they can cause discomfort in the hips, glutes, or legs. This technique applies pressure to specific trigger points to release tension and restore normal muscle function.
Benefits:
- Deactivates painful “knots”
- Reduces radiating or referred pain
- Restores muscle balance and mobility
3. Myofascial Cupping Therapy
Best for: Restricted movement and chronic stiffness
This technique targets the connective tissue (fascia) that surrounds and supports muscles. Gentle, sustained pressure helps release restrictions and improve the flexibility of the lumbar region and surrounding structures.
Benefits:
- Improves range of motion
- Releases restrictions in soft tissue
- Relieves pressure from the spine
4. Swedish Massage (with a Focused Approach)
Best for: Mild discomfort and stress-related tension
While Swedish massage is often used for relaxation, it can be customized to target the lower back using long, flowing strokes and kneading. This helps increase circulation and promote overall muscle relaxation—ideal for early-stage tension or stress-related pain.
Benefits:
- Encourages circulation and lymphatic drainage
- Reduces muscle soreness
- Calms the nervous system
5. Stretching and Mobilization Techniques, Sports Massage
Best for: Postural issues, reduced flexibility
Incorporating gentle assisted stretching and joint mobilization can enhance the effects of massage by improving alignment and increasing mobility in the hips, pelvis, and lower spine.
Benefits:
- Reduces tension caused by poor posture
- Enhances the effects of massage
- Prevents future episodes of back pain
What to Expect at Arco Healthcare Clinic
When you visit us for lower back pain, we begin with a thorough assessment to determine the underlying cause—whether muscular, postural, or stress-related. From there, we tailor your massage session using a combination of the techniques above, designed to relieve pain and support healing over time.
You Don’t Have to Live with Lower Back Pain
Massage therapy can be a powerful tool to manage and even prevent lower back pain. Whether you’re dealing with occasional discomfort or chronic pain, our team is here to help you feel strong, mobile, and supported again.
For further information regarding treatment contact our experienced reception team or alternatively book here for the next available appointment. Practitioners registration can be found here.
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