What is Massage Therapy?

The practice of Massage Therapy is a therapeutic, integrative partnership in which the therapist and the client works together to restore and enhance the well-being of the client. Massage Therapy assesses soft tissue and joints of the body, then uses a hands-on approach to restore and rehabilitate physical function, facilitating the healing process. Massage Therapy is great for treating injuries, preventing further physical dysfunction, and reducing adhesions and contractions in muscles and joints.
A qualified Registered Massage Therapist has completed a diploma program at a recognized school of massage therapy and has passed a registration examination by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. When looking for a qualified practitioner look for the Registered Massage Therapist (R.M.T.) designation.

Benefits of Massage

• Helps improve posture
• Relieves pain and discomfort
• Relaxes and softens tight and overused muscles
• Relieves stress and Aids relaxation
• Decreases muscle tension and stiffness
• Greater flexibility and range of motion of joints
• Increases metabolism
• Enhances athletic performance
• Nourishes the health of the skin
• Promotes faster healing after surgery or an injury
• Reduces overall swelling and the formation of scar tissue
• Improves circulation of blood, oxygen, nutrients, and lymph fluids
• Strengthens the immune system
• Encourages awareness of the mind-body connection

Therapeutic Massage is Recommended for

• Neck and Shoulder pain
• Low back pain, Sciatica
• Muscle spasm, tension
• Headaches & Migraines
• Iliotibial Band Contracture
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Post surgery or Injury rehabilitation
• Sports injuries
• Whiplash injuries
• Edema (swelling)
• Circulation problems
• Anxiety and Stress
• Frozen Shoulder
• TMJ Dysfunction
• Tendinitis/Bursitis
• Respiratory problems
• Frozen shoulder
• Digestive/lower bowel problems

A Massage isn’t just a luxury, it’s therapeutic. Massage Therapy not only treats problem areas it also releases endorphins, reduces heart rate, lowers blood pressure; also massage therapy increases circulation of blood, oxygen, nutrients, and lymph flow, as well as reducing the tension we carry in our muscles and joints.