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Swedish Massage

There are numerous types of massage, but perhaps the most popular is Swedish massage. Swedish massage was first introduced as medical gymnastics in the 19th century by Swedish Psychologist Pehr Henrick Ling. There are many benefits to Swedish massage for all ages and body types. It increases circulation and lowers blood pressure, mechanically stretches and elongates muscles, helps injuries heal, supports relaxation and sleep and improves overall well being. That is just the beginning of what Swedish massage can do for you.

Pregnancy Massage

Even though women have been giving birth for thousands of years doesn't mean it is easy! A woman's body goes through a plethora of changes whilst pregnant and massage during this life changing experience can be of great benefit. Prenatal massage can help with tightened muscles from the postural deviations caused by weight gain in both the pelvic region and chest. Sleeping in the side lying position can cause some discomfort in the lateral thigh and IT band area. Massage can provide relief to ensure sleep is more comfortable each and every night. Breast massage is an effective tool to help relieve congestion and improve lymphatic flow. Emotional support is crucial as a woman goes through many hormonal changes and lifestyle; massage is the perfect addition to her support system.

Self Care

A registered massage therapist's job does not end once the treatment has ended. It is his or her job and pleasure to provide you with some tools that will both enhance the effects of the massage and help you manage your own health between appointments. Based on what the therapist learns about your body during the massage, he/she will recommend stretches, strengthening exercises and uses for hydrotherapy to help you stay on track with your treatment plan. The RMT will ensure you clearly understand and perform these tasks both safely and effectively, so you can have success with your health homework.

 

Benefits of Infant Massage
Babies can feel stress, just like adults, so massage can be a great way to help infants learn to relax. It can be a quiet time where both the parents and baby have a chance to enjoy each other's company. Massage is also a wonderful way for parents and baby to bond. This is especially true for Dads who may not have as much "hands-on" time. Babies not only benefit from the time spent together, but the massage can also help to stimulate the circulatory system. Massage a great help in relieving gas and constipation, and can also strengthen the baby's immune system.

Massage and Sports Injury
Sports injuries don't exactly fit into one neat little category. Depending on which sport is being played, the potential for injury can be more, and different areas of the body can be affected. Sports injuries can include things like: sprains, strains, meniscus injuries, and tendonitis. While massage treatments for each of these injuries differ, in all cases massage has the potential to help a great deal in recovery. Massage is an excellent, non-invasive way to aid the healing of an injury, and to get you back in top form faster. Massage is also underused as a way of preventing sports injury. Massage isn't just a luxury to be indulged for relaxation (although that's good too!). Regular massage can really help as a way of keeping soft tissues and joints at optimum health so that sports injuries are less likely to occur, and if they do, recovery can be easier.

What is Myofascial Release Therapy?
Fascia is a connective tissue that surround muscles, nerves, and blood vessels. Myofascia refers specifically to the connective tissue that surrounds muscles. Sometimes, when fascia becomes restriced, the muscles underlying it are also affected. If fascia is restricted it can keep a tight muscle tight, and contribute to pain. Myofascial release is a technique used to release the restricted fascia, and therefore allow the underlying tight muscle to release as well. Myofascial release can make a huge difference in correcting unhealthy posture and reducing muscle tightness and pain.