Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is a comprehensive intervention that encompasses a variety of soft tissue techniques, targeting the muscular, nervous, and circulatory systems. The purpose of massage therapy extends beyond relaxation—it aims to maintain function, reduce muscle tension, prevent or alleviate pain caused by injury or overuse, and address chronic pain syndromes.
At Active Rehab Centre, our skilled massage therapists utilize their expertise to tailor each session to your specific needs and goals.
With benefits that span across age groups and the treatment of both acute and chronic conditions, massage therapy holds immense potential for enhancing your overall well-being. In acute conditions, a series of massage therapy sessions can lead to significant improvements. By addressing the root causes of discomfort and working towards restoring balance, massage therapy can accelerate the healing process and provide lasting relief. Following this initial treatment phase, ongoing maintenance or preventive treatments can help sustain the benefits achieved, promoting overall health and well-being. Through a series of treatments, we can effectively address acute conditions, providing the relief and healing necessary for recovery. Following this acute phase, maintenance or preventive treatments can be employed to optimize your overall wellness.
Massage therapy goes beyond simply providing relaxation—it has a profound impact on the functioning of the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal, and nervous systems. This holistic approach to healing may enhance the body's ability to recover from injury and illness.
Keep in mind that the benefits of massage therapy extend far beyond physical healing. In our fast-paced world, stress and tension take their toll on our overall well-being. Therapeutic massage provides a sanctuary for relaxation and stress reduction, offering a much-needed respite from the demands of daily life. By alleviating stress, massage therapy contributes to mental and emotional well-being, promoting a sense of calm and tranquility.
Moreover, the power of touch in massage therapy has a profound impact on our nervous system. It triggers the release of endorphins, the body's natural pain-relieving and mood-boosting chemicals. This can result in a heightened sense of relaxation and an overall improvement in our mental state.
Immerse yourself in the world of massage therapy and discover the incredible impact it can have on your well-being. Let our experienced therapists guide you on a journey of relaxation, stress reduction, and improved physical and mental health. Experience the profound benefits of massage therapy as you restore balance and harmony to your body and mind in our modern, fast-paced world.
As an integral part of our comprehensive healthcare approach, massage therapy at Active Rehab Centre can be tailored to meet your specific needs and preferences. Our skilled therapists create a serene environment where you can unwind and experience the transformative benefits of therapeutic touch.
Embrace the profound benefits of massage therapy at Active Rehab Centre. Our experienced therapists are ready to guide you on a journey towards relaxation, pain relief, and enhanced overall function. Discover the positive impact that regular massage therapy can have on your health and quality of life.
Learn more at the Registered Massage Therapists’ Association of Ontario’s official website.
Other Services
Our treatments.
At Active Rehab Centre, our massage therapists employ a diverse range of treatment modalities to provide a comprehensive approach to your care. We understand that each patient is unique, and as such, our massage treatments are customized to address your specific needs and goals.
Our registered massage therapists utilize various therapeutic techniques to effectively reduce pain, muscle spasms, and restore joint movement. These techniques include:
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Aims to soothe both the body and the mind through gentle techniques, promoting calmness and stress relief, and enhance overall well-being.
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Targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue by applying firm pressure to alleviate chronic pain and tension, and promote healing.
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This technique involves applying direct pressure to specific trigger points in muscles to release knots, tension, alleviate pain, and improve range of motion.
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Involves placing suction cups on the skin to create a vacuum, which helps increase blood flow, relieve muscle tension, promote relaxation, and alleviate pain or discomfort.
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Technique that stimulates the lymphatic system to eliminate toxins and excess fluid, reducing swelling, boosting immune function, and promoting overall detoxification and wellness.
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Specifically tailored to the needs of pregnant women, offering gentle techniques to alleviate discomfort, reduce stress, improve circulation, and promote relaxation during all stages of pregnancy.
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Focuses on addressing the specific needs of athletes, utilizing techniques such as deep tissue massage and stretching to enhance performance, prevent injuries, promote recovery, and improve flexibility and range of motion.
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Employs long, flowing strokes, kneading, and circular movements to promote relaxation, relieve muscle tension, increase circulation, and improve overall well-being and flexibility through gentle manipulation of superficial muscles.
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Combines massage techniques with targeted exercises to address musculoskeletal issues, rehabilitate injuries, improve posture, enhance flexibility, and promote overall physical health and well-being.
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Gentle, rhythmic movements and stretches to increase joint mobility, relieve stiffness, improve circulation, and promote relaxation, enhancing overall flexibility and range of motion.
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What conditions does it help with?
Massage can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress, promote faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. Massage is also known to promote better sleep, improve concentration, reduce anxiety and create an overall sense of well-being. It can also:
Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion
Assist with shorter, easier labour for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays
Ease medication dependence
Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow—the body’s natural defense system
Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles
Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts
Improve the condition of the body’s largest organ—the skin
Increase joint flexibility
Lessen depression and anxiety
Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks
Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation
Reduce post-surgery adhesions and swelling
Reduce spasms and cramping
Relax and soften injured, tired, and overused muscles
Release endorphins—amino acids that work as the body’s natural painkiller
Relieve migraine pain
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Most people report feeling very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience increased energy, heightened awareness, and greater productivity, which can last for days.
Some discomfort is normal after massage. An Epsom salt bath following a massage will help to ease muscle pain and increase circulation to aid healing. Magnesium, a natural stress reliever, is increased allowing toxins and heavy metals to be flushed from the body. Since toxins are released from your soft tissues during a massage, it is recommended you drink plenty of water following your massage.
Generally, massage therapists promote the use of heat to maintain tissue health. A good way to incorporate this is to use heat for 15-20 minutes a night just before going to bed. If there is inflammation, swelling or an acute injury than ice is warranted. It is best to seek professional advice, if you are in doubt.
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Getting a massage can do you a world of good. And getting massage frequently can do even more. This is the beauty of bodywork. Taking part in this form of regularly scheduled self-care can play a huge part in how healthy you’ll be and how youthful you’ll remain with each passing year. Budgeting time and money for bodywork at consistent intervals is truly an investment in your health. And remember: just because massage feels like a pampering treat doesn’t mean it is any less therapeutic. Consider massage appointments a necessary piece of your health and wellness plan, and work with your practitioner to establish a treatment schedule that best meets your needs.
Appointments can be made without a referral. Services are generally covered through private extended health care plans (a physician's referral may be required). Motor vehicle insurance covers massage treatments although prior approval is necessary.
