MASSAGE THERAPY
(Scarborough Location Only)
Therapeutic/Rehab
Therapeutic massage is used to treat pain and chronic health issues, and may have a relaxation element to it.The massage therapist typically sees the patient frequently for the first few weeks or months. Advanced techniques (e.g. deep tissue or trigger point) may also be incorporated into treatments. As pain levels decrease, visits become less frequent.Conditions requiring therapeutic massage include: fibromyalgia, chronic aches and pains, cancer massage, sports injuries, repetitive stress or strain injuries (e.g. carpal tunnel syndrome), whiplash, arthritis, and posture issues.
Trigger Point Therapy
Therapeutic massage is used to treat pain and chronic health issues, and may have a relaxation element to it.The massage therapist typically sees the patient frequently for the first few weeks or months. Advanced techniques (e.g. deep tissue or trigger point) may also be incorporated into treatments. As pain levels decrease, visits become less frequent.Conditions requiring therapeutic massage include: fibromyalgia, chronic aches and pains, cancer massage, sports injuries, repetitive stress or strain injuries (e.g. carpal tunnel syndrome), whiplash, arthritis, and posture issues.
Deep Tissue
Deep tissue massage helps relieve tension in the deep muscles and connective tissue. It is often recommended for people experiencing chronic pain, who participate in strenuous physical activity, or those who have sustained physical injury. Often, people who receive deep tissue massage will experience muscle ache for a day or two.
Massage therapy consists of hands-on manipulation of the muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments of the body. It has a therapeutic effect on the body and optimizes health and well-being. Physical function can be developed, maintained and improved. Physical dysfunction, pain and the effects of stress can be relieved or prevented through the use of Massage Therapy.