What is a Registered Massage Therapist?Registered Massage Therapists (RMT’s) are licensed practitioners who specialize in hands-on soft-tissue muscle therapy. Massage therapy involves using a range of techniques to manipulate superficial and deeper layers of muscle, joints and connective tissue. The purpose of massage therapy is to enhance function, aid in the healing process, rehabilitate, relieve pain, and promote relaxation and well-being. It is a clinically oriented health option that results in the relief of discomfort stemming from stress, muscular overuse and many chronic pain syndromes. The experienced RMT’s at Markville Massage are licensed with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and will design an effective massage treatment to address your individual needs.
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Benefits of Massage TherapyMassage Therapy helps you relax, re-align and rejuvenate. With the busy lives we lead we can all benefit from a little stress management. There are many positive aspects to receiving massage therapy on an ongoing basis. Some benefits of Massage Therapy include:
What types of conditions can be treated? |
There are many reasons to receive massage therapy treatment. Some of the conditions we treat include:
- Stress, fatigue
- Headaches (migraine, tension, and sinus)
- Acute and chronic injuries
- Muscles rehabilitation
- Tendonitis and bursitis
- Back and neck pain
- Sciatic nerve pain
- Decreased joint mobility
- Strains and sprains
- Muscle spasms
- Relief from neurological disorders
- Repetitive strain injuries
- Digestion problems
- Arthritis
Types of Massage Treatments
Therapeutic needs vary from person to person, as well as from day to day. That’s why we offer a variety
of massage types to choose from. With variations in pressure, technique, areas of focus and desired
outcome, every visit is a chance to find your new favorite massage.
of massage types to choose from. With variations in pressure, technique, areas of focus and desired
outcome, every visit is a chance to find your new favorite massage.
Swedish Relaxation MassageA light to medium pressure massage that helps to relieve stress, reduce pain, boost energy and promote relaxation. The different techniques and maneuvers that are used are beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension and producing an overall sensation of relaxation.
Deep Tissue MassageFocuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue to target knots and release muscle tension. It is especially helpful for chronic aches and pains and contracted areas such as stiff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders. Massage techniques are slower and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension in order to reach the sub-layer of muscles and fascia.
Sports Massage |
Helps athletes prepare their bodies for optimal performance, recover after a big event and
function well during training. Sports massage is a type of Swedish massage that helps stimulate
circulation of blood and lymph fluids, break down adhesions and increase range of motion. Cells are
healthier, trigger points are deactivated and injuries are healed at a faster rate.
There are four types of sports massages:
i) Pre-event- A short stimulating massage given before the event, directed toward the parts of the body
that will be involved in the exertion.
ii) Post-event- Given shortly after the event to normalize the body's tissues.
iii) Restorative sports massage- Massage given during training to allow the athlete to train harder and
with less injury, which helps the body to recover from the stresses of strenuous exercise and aids in
the rebuilding phase of conditioning.
iv) Rehabilitative- Massage aimed at alleviating pain due to injury and returning the body to health.
function well during training. Sports massage is a type of Swedish massage that helps stimulate
circulation of blood and lymph fluids, break down adhesions and increase range of motion. Cells are
healthier, trigger points are deactivated and injuries are healed at a faster rate.
There are four types of sports massages:
i) Pre-event- A short stimulating massage given before the event, directed toward the parts of the body
that will be involved in the exertion.
ii) Post-event- Given shortly after the event to normalize the body's tissues.
iii) Restorative sports massage- Massage given during training to allow the athlete to train harder and
with less injury, which helps the body to recover from the stresses of strenuous exercise and aids in
the rebuilding phase of conditioning.
iv) Rehabilitative- Massage aimed at alleviating pain due to injury and returning the body to health.
Pregnancy Massage
A massage perfectly suited to the conditions of pregnant women. Many women feel a lot of stress and
discomfort on their joints and muscles while they are pregnant. The extra weight of the baby causes a
change in the center of gravity, which adds a lot of pressure and changes to their posture. Proper
positioning and massage technique specific for pregnancy can help to relieve muscle and joint pain,
back pain, sciatic pain, decrease fluid retention, increase circulation and improve mobility.
discomfort on their joints and muscles while they are pregnant. The extra weight of the baby causes a
change in the center of gravity, which adds a lot of pressure and changes to their posture. Proper
positioning and massage technique specific for pregnancy can help to relieve muscle and joint pain,
back pain, sciatic pain, decrease fluid retention, increase circulation and improve mobility.
Infant Massage
Infant massage involves parents and baby. Your massage therapist will massage your baby, and instruct you on how to do the techniques so you are able to massage your baby at home. Massage is an important and beneficial part of your baby's growth and development, and can help with improving health, digestion, sleep
patterns and reduce colic.
patterns and reduce colic.
Aromatherapy
Combining therapeutic massage with the healing properties of essential oils, this massage is designed
to banish tense muscles, increase circulation and improve tissue mobility while soothing the mind and
body. Perfect for anxious, stressed and weary bodies. Before your session begins, you can choose one of
the unique oil blends to be used. If you are unfamiliar with essential oils, your massage therapist can explain the benefits of each and can help you to decide which one would be the best for your condition.
to banish tense muscles, increase circulation and improve tissue mobility while soothing the mind and
body. Perfect for anxious, stressed and weary bodies. Before your session begins, you can choose one of
the unique oil blends to be used. If you are unfamiliar with essential oils, your massage therapist can explain the benefits of each and can help you to decide which one would be the best for your condition.
Hot Stone Massage
A specialty massage that promotes deep relaxation. Smooth, water heated basalt stones are placed on
specific key points of the body as well as used to massage with. The deep penetrating heat prepares the
body for deeper work, allowing knots and trigger points to dissolve and fade with minimal effort.
Chilled marble stones are applied to the face to end the session. Massage therapy with hot stones is
beneficial for circulation, the lymphatic system and the immune system.
specific key points of the body as well as used to massage with. The deep penetrating heat prepares the
body for deeper work, allowing knots and trigger points to dissolve and fade with minimal effort.
Chilled marble stones are applied to the face to end the session. Massage therapy with hot stones is
beneficial for circulation, the lymphatic system and the immune system.
Thermal PalmsThermal palms are a great alternative to hot stone massage. They are soft hand-held heat modalities, which provide long lasting heat as they mold to the contours of the body. These can be used to reduce pain and muscle tension but are mainly used as a treatment to increase circulation and relaxation.
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Manual Lymph Drainage
Lymphatic massage is a specialized, painless, gentle massage technique used to encourage the natural
drainage of lymph from the body tissues to assist the body in cleansing. It is a very safe and
effective technique that is useful for many conditions such as lymphedema, swollen limbs, sports
injuries and post surgical conditions.
drainage of lymph from the body tissues to assist the body in cleansing. It is a very safe and
effective technique that is useful for many conditions such as lymphedema, swollen limbs, sports
injuries and post surgical conditions.
Reflexology
Reflex areas in the feet correspond to all of the glands, organs and muscles of the body. Regular
treatment will help to increase energy flow, therefore reducing the onset of illness and promoting the
maintenance of good health.
treatment will help to increase energy flow, therefore reducing the onset of illness and promoting the
maintenance of good health.
Acupressure Facelift
A stimulating and useful method for improving circulation, color, health, and skin tone. Massaging
facial acupressure points is a viable alternative to surgery to ease wrinkles, remove lines, and return
the vibrant glow of youth. It is longer lasting, relaxing, non-invasive and cost-effective. This unique
facial treatment not only helps maintain your youthful radiance, but also soothes your nerves and helps
you relax after a long busy day.
facial acupressure points is a viable alternative to surgery to ease wrinkles, remove lines, and return
the vibrant glow of youth. It is longer lasting, relaxing, non-invasive and cost-effective. This unique
facial treatment not only helps maintain your youthful radiance, but also soothes your nerves and helps
you relax after a long busy day.
Cupping MassageCupping therapy is an ancient Chinese form of alternative medicine in which a localized suction is created on the skin. Cupping massage mobilizes blood flow in order to promote healing, it is used to soften tight muscles and scar tissue, loosen adhesions, lift connective tissue and move deep inflammation to the skins surface for release and drainage of toxins by opening lymphatic pathways.
Chair Massage |
Consider chair massage when you do not have time for a full body massage or prefer to be seated upright for a massage. Chair massage combines acupressure, shiatsu, and swedish massage all one. Chair massage uses no oils and you remain fully clothed for the entire session. Chair massage is designed to melt away tension and make you feel alert, rejuvenated, and ready to return to work.
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