PAIN MANAGEMENT

Pain Management Massage Therapy in Cornwall & the Hudson Valley

Pain can be complex. It may come from an old injury, repetitive stress, poor posture, inflammation, or nervous system overload. Many of my clients come to me after trying other approaches that offered only temporary relief.

At Hudson Valley Bodywork, pain management massage focuses on:

• Identifying the source of pain, not just the symptom

• Reducing muscle guarding and chronic tension

• Improving circulation and tissue mobility

• Supporting the nervous system’s ability to down-regulate pain signals

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Clients from Cornwall, West Point, Newburgh, and the surrounding Hudson Valley seek out this work when pain is interfering with daily life, sleep, work, or physical activity.

Conditions Commonly Addressed

Pain management massage may help with:

• Chronic neck and shoulder pain

• Low back pain and sciatica-related tension

• Headaches and migraine-related muscular patterns

• TMJ-related jaw and facial pain

• Hip, glute, and pelvic tension

• Repetitive strain injuries

• Postural pain from desk or computer work

• Injury-related muscular compensation

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If pain has become “normal” for you, that’s often a sign the body needs a more focused therapeutic approach.

Who Sports Massage Is For

I regularly work with:

• Runners and endurance athletes

• Cyclists and triathletes

• Hockey players and field athletes

• Weightlifters and strength athletes

• Active adults with physically demanding jobs

• “Weekend warriors” managing training fatigue or recurring pain

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You don’t need to be a competitive athlete to benefit — if your body is under physical stress, sports massage can help.

How Pain Management Massage Works

Pain is both physical and neurological. When the nervous system senses threat or injury, muscles tighten to protect the area. Over time, this guarding can become chronic, restricting movement and reinforcing pain patterns.

My approach integrates:

• Neuromuscular and orthopedic bodywork to address trigger points and dysfunctional muscle patterns

• Myofascial release to restore tissue glide and reduce restriction

• Targeted deep tissue techniques when appropriate — never forced

• Nervous system-aware pacing to help the body let go without fighting

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The goal is not to “push through” pain, but to help the body reorganize so pain no longer needs to be present.

What to Expect During Your Session

Each pain management session begins with a brief discussion about:

• Where you’re feeling pain

• What aggravates or relieves it

• How long it’s been present

• Any relevant injuries or medical history

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From there, the work is highly focused. Sessions may feel very specific rather than full-body relaxation-based. Many clients notice improvement in mobility, reduced pain intensity, or a sense of relief that continues to build over the following days.