Massage Therapy for Better Sleep in Adults with Neuromotor Conditions
Helping your body rest — and recover
For adults living with neuromotor conditions such as cerebral palsy, multiple sclerosis, spinal cord injury, or post-stroke spasticity, sleep doesn’t always come easily.
Pain, muscle spasms, and nervous system overactivity can make it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep — leaving you exhausted and running on empty.
At Same Stars Wellness, our massage therapists specialize in care that helps calm the body, release tension, and promote better rest.
Because your body can only heal when it’s able to truly relax.
Why sleep can be difficult
Adults with neuromotor conditions often experience:
Involuntary muscle contractions or spasticity that disrupts rest
Pain and stiffness from posture or muscle imbalance
Sensory sensitivity that keeps the nervous system “switched on”
Anxiety or fatigue cycles that make falling asleep harder
When sleep becomes fragmented, it impacts every aspect of recovery — from mobility and strength to mood and focus.
How massage therapy helps
Massage therapy supports sleep by addressing both the muscles and the nervous system.
Our approach focuses on calming tone, improving comfort, and creating a state of physical and mental ease.
Massage can:
Reduce spasticity and tightness before bedtime
Ease pain and stiffness, making rest more comfortable
Activate the parasympathetic nervous system, which signals the body to slow down
Improve circulation and relieve pressure from restricted positions
Support a more restful, deeper sleep
Many clients notice they fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more refreshed after regular massage.
Tailored for your body and your goals
Every body is different.
Your therapist will adapt your care to suit your specific needs — whether that means gentle, rhythmic work for overactive tone, slow stretching for mobility, or calming touch for pain management.
Massage can be provided:
On a treatment table
In a wheelchair
In a seated position for easier access or comfort
Our goal is to meet you where you are — physically and emotionally — so you can rest without strain.
Why regular care matters
Sleep quality improves most when the body learns to relax more consistently.
Regular massage sessions help “train” the nervous system to enter a more regulated, restful state.
Over time, this can help decrease nighttime tone, improve comfort, and make recovery days less draining.
Integrating massage into your care plan
Massage therapy works beautifully alongside physiotherapy, occupational therapy, or medical management by supporting rest and reducing the physical stress that accumulates between appointments.
Better sleep means more energy for therapy, work, and daily activities — and a greater sense of overall wellbeing.
Further Reading & Resources
To book an appointment or learn more, visit samestarswellness.com or call 403-452-6783.
