What is Massage therapy?
Massage therapy uses a hands-on-technique to manipulate the soft tissue including the muscles, tendons, connective tissue, ligaments and joints to promote healing. It is a regulated health profession in Ontario.
At Motion Fit Rehab and Wellness, our Registered Massage Therapists are licensed with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, and they have extensive training and experience. They can assist you in alleviating common discomfort, aches, and pains due to everyday stresses stemming from your occupation, overuse injuries and chronic pain conditions. Our massage therapy services can also provide whole body relaxation eliminating any tension and stress from the body.
When to Seek Massage therapy?
Massage therapy can be used as a complementary treatment modality to a recovery program, as a health maintenance plan, and a preventative care program for reducing or relieving pain, improving circulation, reducing muscular tension, increasing joint mobility, and boost lymphatic drainage.
Common Conditions Treated by a Registered Massage therapist:
- Back, leg, and neck pain
- Anxiety and depression
- Insomnia
- Stress
- Chronic Fatigue
- Tension headaches
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Whiplash
- Arthritis and bursitis
- Kyphosis and Scoliosis
- Fibromyalgia
- Multiple sclerosis
- Parkinson’s disease
- Pregnancy
- Sports injury strains and sprains
- Tendinitis
What to Expect on Your First Visit?
Your initial appointment at Motion Fit Rehab and Wellness will include a thorough examination of your medical history and a detailed assessment of your areas of concern including posture and body mechanics. Once the Massage Therapist has a complete picture of your condition, he/she will present you with a diagnosis, treatment plan and prognosis. Treatment will be provided during the same session.
