What is Massage Therapy?

Massage therapy is a hands-on, clinically-oriented approach that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular over-use and many chronic pain conditions. Manipulation of soft tissues of the body including, muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments and joints is used to treat both acute and chronic conditions. Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) work with a variety of patient demographics in the treatment of illness, injury rehabilitation and disability.

 

Why choose Massage Therapy?

Massage Therapy includes natural, safe and non-invasive methods to treat patients with a variety of soft tissue disorders. Ashley Shenk is an experienced RMT who believes in hands-on and holistic therapy as a means of treating the individual’s overall health, instead of using temporary or artificial means to mask pain. Massage Therapy is ideal for those who desire a natural approach to their wellness.

 

Below are some of the health benefits Massage Therapy can provide to patients:

• Reduced pain and discomfort

• Decreased inflammation

• Improved range of motion

• Improved flexibility

• Healthier scar tissue remodelling 

• Decreased anxiety and stress

 

Your treatment will also include home care recommendations to facilitate your healing process. Each activity and/or stretch will be demonstrated and modified to suit your unique needs.