What is Massage Therapy?
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Therapy is a hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, more specifically,
the muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. It is about care.
A Registered Massage Therapists has a mission of identifying the root cause
of the problem, treat the entire person and body as a whole and support each
person’s ability to achieve optimum health and freedom. A Registered Massage
Therapist will work with you using education and individualized treatment plans
which will enable you to take the steps required to take control of all aspects
of your health.
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage therapy treatment has a therapeutic effect on the body and improves
health and well-being by acting on the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems.
A therapeutic massage includes deep tissue and relaxation techniques, which
help to loosen and stretch muscles and fascia. A one hour massage to help melt
away today's aches and pains, accompanied by soothing music, is a perfect answer
to today's high levels of stress. Massage helps to calm the nervous system,
increases blood flow and oxygen to the tissues and also the brain. It increases
your awareness of what is going on inside your body, and educates your body
on how it should be feeling.
What will happen on your initial visit?
You will complete a health history form. This form helps the therapist understand
your health background. Depending on your history and present condition, the
Registered Massage Therapist (R.M.T.) may conduct Range of Motion, Strength
and Neurological tests. All of these tests are done to determine a treatment
plan specific to your needs.
During your massage, you will be fully draped, except the area being treated.
It is your choice whether or not you will be clothed for your massage. Massage
Therapy does work best directly on the skin, but modifications can be made to
suit your safety and security needs.
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