1. Benefits of Massage Therapy

2. Benefits of Massage Increases Relaxation Decreases Stress
Reduces Injury Recovery Time
Decreases Pain
Aids Pain Management
Promotes Circulation
Enhances Well-Being
Lessen Insomnia
Alleviates Upset Stomachs
Helps Overall Body Maintenance
And a WHOLE LOT MORE!!!

3. What Can Massage Therapy Help with?
Migraines
Bursitis
Hyperlordosis
Hyperkyphosis
Degenerative Disc Disease
Osteoporosis
Osteoarthritis

4. HOW DOES IT HELP?

5. Osteoarthritis Is a wear and tear arthritic form
AKA Degenerative Joint Disease
How does Massage Therapy Help? We apply:
Special massage techniques to muscles spasming, due to pain
Passive Movement of the joint to ease pain & increase joint mobility
Simple strength exercises to help muscles open up joint spaces & prevent further wear & tear on joint cartilage

6. Rheumatoid Arthritis
Is a systemic & inflammatory Chronic Autoimmune Disease
As it progresses it destructively erodes the cartilage and causes joint inflammation & pannus formation(rice like build-up)
How can Massage Therapy Help?
Help manage pain by decreasing muscle tension
Maintain range of motion
Cold Hydrotherapy to reduce inflammation
Exercise education to increase strength of muscles supporting the affected joint

7. Osteoporosis Bones becomes progressively weaken due to less density
Referred to as the “silent thief”
How can an RMT Help? They will:
Help reduce pain by decreasing muscle tension
Prescribe simple strength exercises which will help to increase osteoblasts which are the body cells that increase bone density

8. Varicose Veins This is abnormally large and bulging veins
This is the result of weak closing valves which leads to “backflow”
Varicose Veins are NOT spider veins
Can Massage Therapy help?
Special massage techniques, known as Manual Lymphatic Drainage can help circulation to the affected extremity reducing the size and painfulness
Homecare that involves education on limb elevation, proper breathing techniques and safe exercises can be very helpful

9. Benefits of Abdominal Massage
Has more benefits then people realize
Helps relieve gas
Alleviate upset stomachs
Promote digestion
Helps keep the plumbing free of blockages
Enhances relaxation

10. What can Registered Massage Therapists find that you can’t see?
What can we see clearly that you can’t?
The answer is………… Your Back!
When seeing an RMT regularly they can see if moles are changing in size, shape or colour, which is a sign of skin cancer aka Melanoma.
They are also educated to monitor your blood pressure and be aware of other possible signs and symptoms of a variety of illnesses or diseases. Hopefully helping to refer you to the appropriate medical attention to help you get better faster.

12. THANK YOU!
Have A Great Weekend!