Try Massage for Pain After Lifting

If you have pain in your neck or back after lifting weights, you may be dealing with a pinched nerve. The trained massage therapists at Somerset Hills Chiropractic can help fix the issue that’s causing you pain so that you can get back to making gains. Here’s why you should make massage part of your regular post-workout routine—especially if you’re in pain. 

Why Try Massage for Neck & Back Pain After Lifting Weights

Many injuries at the gym come down to form and posture. Not standing correctly, rounding your back, and moving your head and neck while lifting weights all increase the likelihood of getting hurt. But even with perfect form and lots of practice, it’s still possible to get a pinched nerve from lifting weights. If it happens to you, massage therapy can help.

Swedish and deep-tissue massage are both ideal for reducing pain from a pinched nerve. These techniques focus on treating the connective tissue around affected nerves, relieving pressure and expediting healing. What’s more, Swedish and deep-tissue massage are both incredibly relaxing and can help you recover faster after a workout. 

A good massage after your workout helps relieve pain from a pinched nerve, but you’ll need to take other steps to take care of the issue. Make sure you’re practicing good posture at work and at home, take some time out of your day to stretch the affected area, and get as much rest as possible. If the issue persists or is especially severe, you may want to consider consulting a physical therapist. 

Pinched Nerve From Lifting Weights? Visit Somerset Hills Chiropractic

If you’re dealing with a pinched nerve from lifting weights, Somerset Hills Chiropractic has two wonderful massage therapists on staff who can help ease your pain. We’re just a few clicks or a phone call away—schedule your appointment online, call us at (908) 221-0808, or come in and see us at our offices in Bernardsville, NJ. 

Yours in Health,

Dr. Brian Wallace

Dr. Glenn Eigenmann

Dr. Raymond Horman