What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is a set of manual techniques that aim to treat and prevent pain, injury or other bodily dysfunction that can occur in the human body. A massage can be performed both at the preventive and therapeutic level. A massage is safe and adapted to the client’s state of health.
During the first appointment, the massage therapist will take note of your overall health and determine the massage technique adapted to your needs. There are many benefits to therapeutic massage, including relief for back pain, improved blood and lymphatic circulation, increased body awareness and reduced anxiety.
The following are various massage techniques offered:
- Deep tissue
- Shiatsu
- Reflexology (feet and hands)
- Sports massage
- Therapeutic massage (combination)
- Pregnancy massage
- Stone massage
- Swedish and relaxation
For complaints including:
- Overuse injuries and stress fractures
- Muscle tears, tendon and ligament sprains
- Knee, ankle and foot injuries
- Shoulder injuries, tennis elbow, hand and wrist pain