Geriatric Massage Therapy

Given the prevalence of nursing home abuse and nursing home neglect throughout the country, it is understandable that many people opt to personally care for an aging parent or relative. Ask any nursing home abuse lawyer and they will tell you nursing home abuse is a large and growing problem in our country.

Home caregivers face many challenges when caring for an elderly person, and at the top of their list is keeping their aging loved one comfortable and pain free.

Geriatric massage is a form of massage therapy tailored to the specific needs of the elderly. Given the delicate bodies of the elderly, geriatric massage is particularly gentle, yet works to ease aches and pains, as well as increase circulation and flexibility. Additionally, the comforting touch of massage can help relieve stress and feelings of isolation.

In addition to working in massage studios, many massage therapists will make in-home appointments as well as go to hospitals and nursing homes for massage sessions.

For the benefit of caregivers and their aging loved ones, we have compiled a directory of geriatric massage therapists throughout the country.