Massage Therapy for Calgary
- A Science and an Art
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Massage Therapy is a scientific systematic approach to treating soft tissue, and various connective tissue imbalances in the human body. Muscles are isolated, and fixed or moveable pressure is applied in order to reduce pain and improve mobility.
Massage Therapy is a profession in which the practitioner applies manual techniques, and may apply adjunctive therapies, with the intention of positively affecting the health and well-being of the client. Practitioners utilize primarily the hands, knuckles and forearms to employ a variety of massage techniques.
The primary goal of massage therapy is to enhance the bodies own healing processes, and to promote health and a sense of well being. Our Massage Therapists have been selected for their experience and interest in Physical Therapy.
Types of Massage
In North America massage therapy is broken down into two classifications, relaxation and therapeutic. During relaxation massage, commonly known as Swedish massage the practitioners focus is on purely relaxing the individual by applying strokes that are lighter and faster. During therapeutic work the massage therapist targets deeper muscle layers and connective tissue to reduce pain and enhance range of motion. Deep tissue work tends to focus on a specific problem such as chronic pain or a repetitive strain injury.
Therapeutic (therapy for hundreds of ailments and health conditions)
This massage technique focuses on specific needs associated with injury, chronic conditions and muscle tension
Sports (a firm massage for the athlete in you)
This firm massage helps relieve muscle pain. This technique helps to relax tight muscles and improves range of motion.
Relaxation (the best stress reducer!)
Reduce muscle tension and fatigue with this conventional massage. The specific and time tested long strokes and circular motion results in improved flexibility increase circulation plus a deep sense of relaxation.
Benefits of Massage
According to the August 2005 issue of Consumer Reports magazine, 34,000 people ranked deep tissue massage more effective in relieving osteoarthritis pain than exercise, prescription drugs, diet and OTC drugs. Deep tissue massage also received a top ranking for relieving fibromyalgia pain.
Regular massage benefits both your physical and mental well being. The benefits can vary from individual to individual.
Physical Benefits
Massage has been proven to:
- Relax the body, calm the nervous system and slow respiration.
- Increase lymphatic drainage.
- Ease pain and speed recovery of physical injuries.
- Relieve muscle tension and spasm.
- Increase circulation.
- Lower blood pressure and heart rate.
- Improve circulation of nutrients and oxygen to tissues through out the body.
- Strengthen the immune system, reducing the frequency of minor illnesses.
- Aid in the elimination of toxins.
- Increase flexibility.
- Enhance mobility.
Mental Benefits:
- Reduces Mental Stress
- Promotes Better Sleep
- Calms a Bad Temper
- Improves Concentration
Emotional Benefits:
- Reduces Anxiety
- Enhances Self-image
- Provides a Feeling of Well-being
- Decreased Stress Levels
Conditions Massage Helps:
- Migraine, Sinus, Tension Headaches
- Whiplash
- Back / Neck Pain
- TMJ
- Torticollis
- Tendonitis
- Separated / Dislocated / Frozen Shoulder
- Tennis / Golfers Elbow
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Sciatica
- Arthritis / Rheumatoid
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Degenerative Disc Disease
- Pregnancy
- Constipation
- Hypertension
Massage Therapy Rates
- $55.00 for 30 minutes
- $80.00 for 60 minutes
- $110.00 for 90 minutes
*All rates have additional GST (5%)
Policies
Arrive on Time: Please arrive 15 minutes early the first time so the Therapist can obtain a short health history. After the first appointment, please come 5 minutes early. I f you are late for your appointment, we have to reschedule or shorten the massage.
Clothing: Please come in comfortable clothing that is easy to change.
Payment: Cash, Debit, Visa or Mastercard
Gift Certificates: Gift certificates are also available.
Insurance Receipts: The Massage Therapists are registered and will provide you with a receipt.
