Massage Therapy Treatment

Why Massage Therapy

Massage therapy can help to alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular overuse, and many chronic pain conditions. At PhysioDNA, our registered massage therapists will tailor massage techniques to your specific needs and preferences. Massage therapy can aid in body healing by easing muscle tension, improving circulation, and promoting faster healing. Massage therapy is a crucial component of medical treatment plans for patients, particularly after joint replacement surgery or injury, to facilitate their return to daily activities. Often our massage therapists work hand in hand with our other clinicians such as physiotherapists and chiropractors to decrease your pain and facilitate safe return to the activities you love.

Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissues, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Our skilled therapists will tailor their techniques to individual needs, and make adjustments based on feedback. It is a safe and effective treatment for all ages, providing a sense of indulgence and empowering individuals to manage their health and well-being, whether they have a specific condition or simply seek stress relief.

What does massage therapy treat?

• Anxiety
• Depression
• Digestive disorders
• Fibromyalgia
• Headaches
• Insomnia
• Nerve pain
• Post-operative care
• Scar tissue
• Soft tissue strains and injuries
• Sports injuries
• Temporomandibular (TMJ) disorders

We offer a variety of massage techniques to cater to your specific needs and preferences. Whether you’re seeking deep tissue work to target chronic tension, a relaxing Swedish massage to unwind after a long week, or a prenatal massage to ease pregnancy discomforts, our therapists will create a customized treatment plan to optimize your experience.

Our massage therapists are registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and are able to directly bill to most insurance providers and MVA plans.

Benefits of Massage Therapy Include:

• Reduced muscle tension and pain
• Improve circulation
• Enhance relaxation and sleep quality
• Boost mood and energy
• Increase range of motion and improve flexibility
• Decrease joint inflammation
• Faster recovery time between workouts
• Decrease stress levels and anxiety

Registered Massage Therapists offer therapeutic, myofascial release, prenatal and postpartum, relaxation, lymphatic drainage, sports, foot massage, and deep tissue massages, with additional techniques based on additional training. They assess each client’s needs and provide the most beneficial treatment, ensuring the most effective treatment for each individual. Massage therapy is increasingly being integrated into standard medical treatments for various conditions and situations, offering numerous benefits for those who haven’t tried it before.

THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE

Therapeutic massage involves various techniques to speed up the healing process and prevent complications after muscle and tendon injuries, fractures, or operations. Registered massage therapists at PhysioDNA use these techniques to treat the whole body and address the root cause of pain. Therapeutic massage can lower cortisol levels, increase serotonin and dopamine levels, control pain, improve mood, enhance sleep, decrease stress, and promote relaxation. This form of massage therapy can address conditions such as:

General body pains and aches
Arthritis
Jaw (TMJ) pain
Tension headaches
Neck and back pain
Tennis elbow
Frozen shoulder
Sciatica
Plantar fasciitis
Poor sleep
Stress
Muscle spasms
Muscle cramps
Delayed onset muscle soreness after physical activities

MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

Myofascial Release is a hands-on technique used by sports massage therapists to effectively treat recurring and chronic back conditions. Myofascial tissue, a web-like structure which covers large neck, back, and hip muscles, can cause tightness, resulting in various health issues. These issues can be associated with:

Headaches
Poor posture and reduced flexibility
Muscular pain and spasms
Chronic back and neck pain
Breathing difficulties

PRE-NATAL AND POST-PARTUM MASSAGE

Pregnancy massage is a treatment for expectant or recently pregnant mothers to address specific needs such as back pain, leg swelling, leg cramps, and foot pain. It aims to relax tense muscles, decrease pain, improve blood flow, reduce edema and swelling, and enhance flexibility and joint mobility. Massage therapists are trained in prenatal and postnatal massage, ensuring patient comfort and safe positioning. They also use appropriate techniques to improve flexibility and joint mobility.

RELAXATION MASSAGE

Relaxation massage involves manual and hands-on techniques applied to muscles and soft tissues to improve health and well-being. Our massage therapists can relieve pain from muscle tension, prolonged sitting, or stress, which will energize individuals to engage in their daily activities to their best abilities. These sessions improve general health and create a state of well-being. Relaxation massage can also benefit a client’s overall fitness due to reduced muscle tension, improved blood flow, stress reduction, improved well-being, mood enhancement, improved sleep, and increased energy levels and vitality.

LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE

The lymphatic system, a network of lymph nodes and channels, is crucial for maintaining proper fluid flow in the body. When compromised or injured, it can stagnate, leading to swelling and serious illness. A healthy lymphatic flow is essential for metabolism, detoxification, tissue regeneration, and a strong immune system. Lymphatic drainage massage can stimulate and improve fluid flow by improving metabolism and eliminating waste and toxins, thus strengthening the immune system. PhysioDNA massage therapists use various techniques for patients requiring this treatment after operations or chronic conditions.

SPORT MASSAGE

Sports massage is a technique used to improve athletes’ performance by warming up muscles, improving blood flow, reducing fatigue, decreasing swelling, reducing muscle tension, and increasing flexibility. It is used before, during, and after sporting events to help athletes perform better, prevent fatigue, and recover from injuries. It can also treat conditions like muscle strains, tendon, ligament sprains, and increased muscle tension after a workout. PhysioDNA is proud to partner with a number of local organizations to provide on-site services for sports and fitness events. If you are interested in having our team provide pre-event, on-site, and post-event services, please contact us.

FOOT MASSAGE

Massage therapists at PhysioDNA offer foot massages as part of their treatment for relaxation or addressing foot pain. These treatments can help manage conditions like arthritis, plantar fasciitis, poor circulation, diabetes, and prolonged walking or standing. Soft tissue pain can be caused by chronic conditions like diabetes, ulcers, and varicose veins. Sports injuries, orthopedic conditions, fractures, and sprains can cause decreased mobility and muscle tightness in small foot muscles and calf muscles. Foot massages are a healing experience that can alleviate pain symptoms, manage headaches, insomnia, and chronic fatigue. They are a stress-relieving treatment and can help augment, develop, maintain, and rehabilitate physical function. Seek out professional help and book with our registered massage therapists to alleviate pain and reduce stress.

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

Deep tissue massage techniques are used for deeper tissues and body structures like muscles and fascia, promoting tissue healing, preventing scar tissue formation, and releasing muscle tension and trigger points. They are commonly used for larger muscle groups like neck, upper back, glutes, thigh muscles, and the iliotibial band (ITB).

Deep tissue massage can bring benefits such as:

• Increase blood supply and oxygen to surrounding tissues
• Break down of scar tissue due to injuries
• Release chemicals such as lactic acid build up in muscles
• Release of muscle tension in deep structures
• Prevent scar tissue build up