All of our providers at Junction Rehabilitation are registered practitioners. Massage therapy is more than just relaxation. Our therapists are trained to be an effective method of pain relief, postural correction, and even an adjunct to optimal sports performance. Massage promotes healthy tissues, optimal flexibility and range of motion, and can help prevent injuries.
Benefits of Massage Therapy:
- Decreased pain through tissue relaxation and release of pain reducing hormones in the body
- Increased circulation – promotes healing and reduction of inflammation
- Increased relaxation through the release of hormones that fight stress and anxiety
- Tissue relaxation and increased range of motion
- Improved recovery post workout
- Improved sports performance and power through maximization of range, flexibility and optimal movement dynamics
- Improved lymphatic drainage
- Improved posture
- Improved mood and sleep
- Decreased headaches
Our therapists are educated and trained to accurately assess and treat your condition with a variety of techniques including: massage and manual therapy, fascial release, cupping, stretching, and postural and home exercises. Your initial visit will include history taking, signing of consent, and at times range of motion and postural assessment. This ensures that your therapist provides the safest and most effective treatment for your recovery.
During your massage you will be fully covered with sheets and only the area being worked on will be uncovered. Your personal comfort is essential during massage. Remove only what clothing you are comfortable with. Our therapists are highly trained and will do their utmost to make you feel comfortable.
Massage therapy is effective in treating many conditions, including:
- Soft tissue injuries – sprains, strains, whiplash related injuries
- Sports injuries – both prevention and treatment
- Overuse injuries and tendinopathies
- Low back pain
- Headache and migraine
- Fibromyalgia
- Plantar fasciitis
- Nerve impingement conditions
- Pregnancy related pain
- Stress and anxiety
- Sleep disorders