Senior Massage Therapy in Sandy Springs
What is Senior Massage?
Senior massage is bodywork designed for the unique needs of older adults. Sessions are slower, gentler, and adjusted for safety. Sometimes that means shorter table time, extra support under the low back, or seated massage if lying flat isn’t possible.
We also encourage clients to speak openly with their therapist throughout the session. Your body changes from week to week, and good communication ensures the pressure, pace, and positioning are always right for you.
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Geriatric massage is a safe and gentle form of massage therapy specifically designed for seniors, providing relief from arthritis pain, improving circulation, supporting good posture, and enhancing mobility.
Benefits of a Senior Massage
- Pain management for older adults – Relief for arthritis, degenerative discs, cervical back pain, lumbar stiffness, and spinal stenosis.
- Recovery support – Helps with mobility and scar tissue after hip or knee replacement.
- Posture support – Massage loosens tight chest and shoulder muscles that pull seniors into forward posture, improving alignment.
- Improved circulation & flexibility – Encourages blood flow, reduces swelling, and keeps joints moving.
- Fall prevention – Relaxes tight muscles, improves balance, and supports steadier walking.
- Emotional well-being – Provides comfort, reduces stress, and eases isolation.
Here are some of the conditions that benefit from senior massage:
- Arthritis and degenerative joint disease
- Cervical back and lumbar pain
- Forward posture and rounded shoulders
- Post-surgical recovery (hip, knee, shoulder)
- Parkinson’s disease and fibromyalgia
How we work with Seniors
Every session begins with a review of our patients' health history, current medications, and any mobility concerns they may have. Then we adapt:
- Gentle, precise pressure for arthritis or fragile bones.
- Extra support for hips, knees, and the lower back affected by surgery or stiffness.
- Targeted relief for cervical back tension, forward posture, and chronic lumbar pain.
- Positioning that works for you—table, side-lying, or seated.
- Integration with other therapies when appropriate, such as Medical Massage, Lymphatic Drainage for swelling, or the Graston Technique for scar tissue and chronic tightness.
FAQs about Senior Massage
- Is geriatric massage safe for seniors with arthritis or fragile bones?
- Yes. Sessions are adapted with gentle pressure, positioning, and pacing to keep treatments safe while still easing stiffness and pain.
- Can massage help with forward posture and spinal issues?
- Yes. Forward posture often develops from tight chest muscles and weak upper back support. Massage releases those muscles, improves alignment, and restores mobility.
- How often should seniors receive a massage?
- It depends on the goal. Seniors with pain may benefit from weekly sessions, while others maintain mobility with monthly visits