Sonja Michaelis LMT, LLC

 

Massage therapy can be an important part of your health maintenance plan by: 

• Reducing or eliminating pain.

• Improving joint mobility. 

• Improving circulation. 

• Improving lymphatic drainage. 

• Reducing muscular tension. 

Massage therapy can be used for the treatment of both acute and chronic conditions. lMTs can work with a wide variety of patients, of all ages, in the treatment of illness, injury rehabilitation and disability.

Massage Therapists today use their knowledge of physiology and anatomy to combine traditional Swedish and modern massage therapy techniques with other therapies to treat their clients. There has been a wide variety of research, published in peer reviewed journals, proving the benefits of massage therapy for various conditions. 

The following is a list of conditions for which massage therapy, when provided by a Registered Massage Therapist, can prove beneficial:

Anxiety and depression

Asthma and Emphysema

Back, leg, and neck pain

Carpal tunnel syndrome (repetitive strain)

Chronic Fatigue syndrome

Dislocations

Fibromyalgia

Fractures

edema

Gastrointestinal disorders

Headaches

Inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and bursitis

Insomnia

Kyphosis and Scoliosis

Multiple sclerosis

Parkinson’s disease

Muscle tension and spasm

Palliative care

Post-surgical rehabilitation

Pregnancy and labour support

Sports injuries

Strains and sprains

Stress and stress related conditions

Tendinitis

Whiplash

Massage Therapy can also be used as part of a preventative care program. This includes sports training, injury prevention, ongoing stress management, and more! Together, you and your therapist will develop a treatment plan based on your needs. The treatment plan can be changed at any time and you have no obligation to undergo any part of treatment. Your treatment begins after you've given your informed consent.