Massage Professionals

The Massage Source

Search for massage professionals in your area Learn about the benefits of massage Learn how massage can help alleviate various health concerns Learn about various types of massage

From the Institute for Integrative Healthcare

Have a question about massage?
Ask a Massage Therapist

Strain Counterstrain

Definition:

Strain Counterstrain is a technique developed by osteopath Lawrence Jones. It is a noninvasive technique which uses palpation and passive positional procedures to decrease protective muscle spasms and ease dysfunction of the musculoskeletal system.

Good for:

Chronic pain, muscle injury, muscle spasm, poor flexibility, post injury pain, post operative pain, respiratory problems, restoration of balance and stress reduction

« Return to Types of Massage