“The practice of massage therapy is the assessment of the soft tissue and joints of the body and the treatment and prevention of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissues and joints by manipulation to develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function, or relieve pain.”

College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Massage Therapy Act 1991. Retrieved from www.cmto.com

Pediatric Massage Therapy

Massage can be helpful for children who experience a wide range of symptoms, from musculoskeletal pain caused by sports injuries to help with neurological conditions or anxiety.

If the child prefers to have an adult present in the treatment room, the parent or guardian is welcome to stay. Should the child wish to remain clothed, a T-shirt and shorts are perfectly acceptable to wear.

Benefits:

Reduce stress and anxiety

Calm ADHD

Help correct poor posture due to heavy bags (school or sports bag)

Sports injuries and growing pains

Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain

Massage therapy is an effective tool in the treatment and management of many physiological and psychological symptoms associated with musculoskeletal disorders. Massage can produce a number of benefits that can enable the individual to maintain or improve performance and functioning such as a decrease in pain, improvement in range of motion, and tissue flexibility.

Benefits:

Help to reduce stress, pain, stiffness and fatigue

Decreased anxiety and depression

Improved sleep quality

Swedish Massage

Swedish Massage is a gentle, yet effective massage technique that is perfect for those who prefer a treatment without the intensity of deep tissue massage. This massage technique works by manipulating the body's soft tissues to promote relaxation, reduce muscle tension, and improve blood flow. These benefits can lead to the regulation and enhancement of various bodily functions. Whether you're new to massages or just prefer a gentler touch, Swedish Massage is the perfect choice for optimal relaxation.

Trigger Point Therapy

Focuses on specific areas of the body to target trigger points within skeletal muscles.

Generally, as there is some discomfort associated with Trigger Point Release, this type of treatment is contained to a smaller area of the body and is recommended to be booked as a 30 or 45-minute treatment Before the treatment begins a discussion will be had to talk about what to expect with Trigger Point Release Therapy.

Indie Head Massage

Encompassing the head, face, neck, and shoulders that is performed at a very slow pace to increase relaxation and to allow you to fully let go of tension. A great option for those who suffer from chronic headaches.

NOTE: This massage involves the use of fractionated coconut oil applied directly to your hair and scalp. Shower facilities are not available at the clinic, please plan accordingly!

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is a massage technique that’s mainly used to treat musculoskeletal issues, such as strains and sports injuries. It involves applying sustained pressure using slow, deep strokes to target the inner layers of your muscles and connective tissues. This helps to break up scar tissue that forms following an injury and reduce tension in muscle and tissue

Additional Modalities:

Cupping:

Special cups are placed on the skin and adhered with light to moderate suction. Tissue beneath the cup is drawn up causing an increase in blood flow. Enhanced blood flow under the cups draws merabolic waste away from the nearby tissues and organs towards the surface for elimination.. Usually, circular bruise type marks are left after the cups are removed and can remain for up to 3 weeks depending on the level of metabolic waste drawn out.

Gua Sha:

Gua sha is the practice of using a tool with a thin, dull edge to apply pressure and scrape the skin to relieve pain and tension by releasing fascial adhesions. This action causes light bruising, which often appears as purple or red spots known as petechiae