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Massage Therapy
What is Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is a holistic approach to wellness that involves the manipulation of soft tissues in the body to alleviate pain, reduce stress, and promote overall health. Through various techniques such as kneading, stroking, and applying pressure, massage therapists work to improve circulation, release muscle tension, and enhance relaxation. Massage therapy can address a range of issues including chronic pain, injury recovery, and stress management. It’s not only a luxurious indulgence but also a valuable component of self-care and preventive healthcare. Whether you’re seeking relief from a specific condition or simply looking to unwind and recharge, massage therapy offers numerous physical and mental benefits. From Swedish and deep tissue massage to sports and prenatal massage, there are different modalities tailored to meet individual needs.
How can Massage therapy help?
Massage therapy can treat both acute and chronic conditions. RMTs work with various patients in treating illness, injury, rehabilitation, and disability. Massage therapy can prove beneficial to many conditions, including but not limited to the following:
- Decrease muscular soreness.
- Increase mobility
- Aid in improving posture.
- Release chronic tension.
- Increase oxygenation and nutrition to muscles.
- Relieve tension.
- Help address trigger points.
- Stretch muscles and fascia.
- Help address muscular imbalances.
For which conditions has Massage Therapy proven to be effective?
Massage therapy has proven to be effective against for following conditions:
- Anxiety and depression
- Fatigue
- Headaches and migraines
- Repetitive stress injuries
- Low-Back Pain
- Neck and Shoulder Pain
- Osteoarthritis of the Knee
- Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction.
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What to expect at Massage Therapy Session
Our Massage therapist will ask questions about your lifestyle, employment, and job duties to assess your overall health and wellness goals. Based on the preliminary assessment, the massage therapist will structure the session to achieve your health and wellness goals. The benefits of massage therapy are cumulative; hence the massage therapist will work with you to customize a plan as and when required based on follow-up assessment to meet your health and wellness goals.
Is Massage Therapy covered by Insurance?
Most healthcare plans cover physiotherapy services. Depending on your insurance plan, 80-100% service cost is covered. If you do not know about the coverage you have your insurance call us at 1-888-332-7372 and we will find it out for you.