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| The Heart Center at St. Rita's |
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Massage is a complementary therapy offered to St. Rita's patients used along
with the treatment plan from your physician, nursing and multidisciplinary
staff. Open heart patients can receive massage as needed, or as requested by
their physician. Massage has many benefits including:
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- Relaxation
- Increases Circulation
- Decreases in Edema
- Assists in Bowel Function
- Decreases Pain and Discomfort
- Aids in Helping Patients Ambulate Sooner and Longer Distances
- Increases Ability of the Body to Heal Naturally
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St. Rita's has Licensed Massage Therapists with advanced training pertinent
to the in-patient population. Open heart patients may continue massage after
their hospitalization as an outpatient by calling Cardiovascular Department
or the Massage Department. A physician's order is not required for massage
as an outpatient service.
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For More Information
(419) 226-9060
(419) 226-9746
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What is a complementary therapy?
A complementary therapy, such as massage, refers to a treatment given in addition to the standard plan of care. Recent studies support that open heart surgery patients report feeling more relaxed after massage which helps decrease post-surgical pain and discomfort.
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