Allied Health Service

Massage Therapy

Massage therapy supports both injury recovery and overall well being.

By working with muscles, tendons, fascia, and ligaments, it not only alleviates pain and reduces tension, but also enhances circulation and promotes healing.

This comprehensive approach improves range of motion, boosts performance, and addresses mental relaxation and stress reduction. It’s an essential tool for people seeking to maintain balance in both body and mind.

Additional benefits of massage therapy include:

  • Stress relief
  • Pain relief
  • Improved healing
  • Enhanced exercise performance
  • Post workout recovery
  • Improved mobility
  • Improved sleep
  • Headache relief
  • Improved circulation
  • Improved immune function
  • Pre-operative preparation
  • Scar tissue mobilization

What To Expect

Our registered massage therapist, Michelle Spuzak, has nearly 20 years of experience in therapeutic massage.

She is trained in the principles of anatomy, physiology, pathology, massage theory, and practical uses of massage techniques.  She is also versed in stretching techniques, remedial exercise, and gentle mobilization.

Some of her areas of specialty include:

  • Swedish massage
  • Joint mobilization
  • Assisted stretching
  • Myofascial release
  • Trigger point release
  • Pre- and Post-surgical recovery
  • Sports massage
  • Intra oral TMJ (jaw dysfunction)
  • Concussion care
  • Prenatal massage

Michelle is also completing her training in chest, breast and oncology massage.

Appointment Information

What to expect at an appointment

During your initial appointment, Michelle will go through a detailed health history to gather information about any medical conditions and past injuries. This is followed by an assessment of your current concern, where together, you can create a treatment plan suited for your specific needs.

All treatments include individual assessment, soft tissue treatment, and home care.

Post massage care

In the 24- 48 hours after your massage there are several things you can do to help enhance the benefits.

Drink extra water to hydrate the tissues that have been worked on. This helps flush out cellular debris.

Do some light movement that moves the body through its full range of movement (ie yoga, stretching). This helps to realign muscle fibers and retain the movement gained in treatment.

Take a warm bath to prolong the relaxation effects and decrease post massage soreness. Adding Epsom salts further enhances the benefits.

Ready to book or need more information?

Michelle offers a 15-min complimentary phone or in-person consult where you can discuss if massage is right for you.

This is perfect for those with complex needs or those who have a lot of questions.

To book, call 403 760 2897 ext 3 or book online here.

No referral is needed.

Michelle is also a recognized service provider by insurance companies and can direct bill for most.

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