Remedial Massage Therapy

The initial appointment for a therapeutic massage treatment will be a total of 60 minutes.  It will include an orthopedic physical assessment for the condition or the area of major complaint.  Please make sure to wear comfortable clothing as it may include, but not limited to:

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• Postural Assessment

• Gait Assessment

• Orthopedic Physical Test:  Can include a wide array of test for flexibility and/or strength tests to help better understand the source of the condition and/or major complaint.  Example:  Range of Motion (Passive, Active and/or Resisted).

 

Once the assessment is complete, I will be able to create a tailored treatment plan for your needs.   It will include progressive remedial exercises (stretches and strengthening techniques) to help meet your goals.

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A few of many conditions I can assist you with:

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• Headaches (Tension & Migraine)

• Postural Dysfunction  Ex:  Pes Planus, Patellofemoral Syndrome, Scoliosis-Functional and Structural

• Joint Dysfunction  Ex:  Hypermobility/Hypomobility, TMJD

• Back/Neck Pain

• Sprain/Strain

• Fibromyalgia

• Fracture

• Dislocation Rehabiliation

• Inflammation/Edema

• Overuse injuries Ex:  Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Frozen Shoulder

• Assist in the rehabilitation process pre/post surgery  Ex:  Hip/Shoulder/Knee replacement

• Conditions related to Central Nervous System  Ex:  Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinsons

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It is important to be aware that some conditions may be resolved with therapeutic massage while for others, it can be a useful tool to help manage symptoms to maintain a quality of life.  All of which will be discussed during the initial assessment.

The focus of Pelvic Pain and Dysfunction Massage Therapy is to decrease pain, improve function and mobility of the pelvic area.  This area is define as below the umbilicus (bellybutton) and between the hips.  All techniques used are external which combines myofascial release, stretching and various movement (Range of Motion) to help release tension in soft tissue and restrictions of fascia.

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A few of the many conditions I can assist you with:

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• Prolapse Organs

• Pudendal Neuralgia/

• Perineal Pain

• Suprapubic Pain

• Abdominal Pain

• Groin Pain

• Low Back Pain/Spasm

• Coccydynia (Tail Bone Pain)

• Scar Tissue/Pelvic Adhesions (Ex:  Surgery)

• Pudendal neuralgia/          Pudendal Nerve Entrapment

• Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

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If you suffer from Chronic Pelvic Pain (Pain which is present for 6 months or more), please make sure to book an appointment with your Medical Health Professional.  It is important to rule out conditions which may require immediate medical intervention. 

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RAPID NeuroFascial Reset, is a neurologically based, active, therapeutic technique that addresses the central nervous systems role in alleviating tension and restrictions within the body.

 

It utilizes a biopsychosocial perspective which addresses the body’s perception of threat and danger by bringing the brain to safety so most painful conditions and ROM restrictions disappear. 

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This is a great approach for older injuries which are problematic even if years have past since the rehabilitation or mechanism of injury.  ​Though many painful conditions appear to have an insidious onset, very often they are a by-product of an old, possibly minor injury and due to unforeseen factors, full healing was restricted.  Biopsies on these areas have shown the tissue to contain concentrations of neuroimmunological factors, or the “chronic artifacts of inflammation”, these once healing cells are now known to be highly sensitizing to the nervous system often causing pain and dysfunction.

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