Myoskeletal Alignment Technique or MAT is a form of holistic message treatment that is particularly effective in relieving back and neck pains. Ideally, a five minute routine of Mysoskeletal Alignment is included within a typical message package, as it helps to prevent the onset of pains and also relieve pain in the neck and back portion, if they already exist.

The Science of Myoskeletal Alignment

Neck and back pains usually occur as a result of two problems: tight shortened muscles that give rise to lack of symmetry in the skeletal system, and weak inhibited muscles that aggravate it. The result is a chronic pain cycle, which gradually begin to involve other structures, tissues and muscles within the system. The Upper Crossed Syndrome - resulting in forward head, shoulder elevation and rounding; and the Lower Cross Syndrome - involving excessive or inadequate curvature and tilted pelvis, are the two most common postural faults found in today's society. They can both be effectively treated through the Myoskeletal Alignment Massage Technique.