WHAT IS MASSAGE THERAPY?
Massage therapy is a regulated health profession consisting primarily of hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, specifically the muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints for the purpose of optimizing health and relief of pain.
WHAT DO MASSAGE THERAPISTS DO?
Massage therapists treat anything from acute injuries, stress related injuries to chronic neck and back pain. With each new treatment the RMT will propose a personalized treatment plan based off of an assessment and health history in order to treat each individual’s needs along with consent of treatment.
Massage therapists perform a series of various techniques of the hands which are included in treatment. Massage therapists will work with your level of pain tolerance during each treatment and the treatment can be stopped or modified at any time should the treatment become uncomfortable.
WHEN SHOULD I SEE A MASSAGE THERAPIST?
Massage therapy can help with the relief of pain with most soft tissue and stress related injuries. You should make an appointment for massage if you need help maintaining and optimizing your overall health.
WHAT CAN MASSAGE THERAPY TREAT?
Some of the most common reasons for seeking massage therapy include:
Carpal Tunnel
Nerve Entrapments
Sciatica
Bursitis
Plantar Fasciitis
Knee Pain
Headaches
Shoulder pain
Frozen shoulder
Elbow pain
Neck and back pain
Whiplash
This list is not all inclusive. If you are wondering if massage therapy is right for you, please feel free to contact the clinic. Our therapist will be happy to answer any questions you may have to help you move better, feel better and live better!