THE ROLE OF MASSAGE THERAPY IN PHYSICAL REHABILITATION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

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  • Sh.A. Haqnazarova Abu Ali Ibn Sina Public Health Technical School, Xatirchi Head Lecturer in Physiotherapy and rehabilitation

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55640/

Keywords:

Massage therapy; Physical rehabilitation; Manual therapy; Pain management; Musculoskeletal disorders; Postoperative recovery; Neurological rehabilitation; Functional recovery; Soft tissue manipulation; Systematic review

Abstract

Massage therapy has been widely adopted as an adjunctive treatment in physical rehabilitation across diverse patient populations. This systematic review examines the current evidence on the efficacy, mechanisms, clinical applications, and limitations of massage therapy in physical rehabilitation. Drawing from randomized controlled trials, clinical studies, and meta-analyses, we evaluate how various massage techniques impact pain, functional recovery, muscle performance, and psychological well-being. The review highlights evidence-based outcomes, identifies gaps in research, and offers recommendations for integrating massage therapy into multidisciplinary rehabilitation programs.

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Published

2025-12-15

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Vol. 4 No. 11 (2025): Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations

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THE ROLE OF MASSAGE THERAPY IN PHYSICAL REHABILITATION: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW. (2025). Journal of Multidisciplinary Sciences and Innovations, 4(11), 1798-1801. https://doi.org/10.55640/

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