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Massage and Bodywork

Professional bodywork can complement home TRE practice and support your ongoing healing journey.

Types of Professional Bodywork​

Massage Therapy​

Hands-on manipulation of muscles and soft tissue. Releases muscular tension, promotes relaxation, and improves circulation. Supports the body's ongoing release process. Inform your therapist about your TRE practice.

Craniosacral Therapy​

Gentle hands-on work with the craniosacral system. Works with the nervous system to create subtle release and deep relaxation. Complements TRE's effects; both work with nervous system regulation.

Myofascial Release​

Hands-on or tool-assisted work with fascia. Releases fascial restrictions and improves tissue mobility. Supports what TRE does through tremoring; both address fascial holding.

Trauma-Informed Bodywork​

Bodywork with a trauma-sensitive approach. Ensures safety, respects boundaries, and acknowledges trauma's impact on the body. Essential for those with trauma histories. Aligns with TRE's trauma-informed approach.

Integration with TRE​

Types that complement TRE:

  • Swedish massage (general relaxation and release)
  • Deep tissue (though be cautious post-TRE)
  • Myofascial release
  • Craniosacral therapy
  • Trauma-informed massage

Timing:

  • Massage on separate days from TRE usually works best
  • Let your massage therapist know you practice TRE
  • Notice how the two practices affect each other
  • Both release patterns, so be mindful not to overdo
Tell Your Practitioners

If you practice TRE regularly, inform massage therapists and bodyworkers. They may notice changes in your tissue and can work more effectively with this information.