30 Minute Massage Therapy with Gua Sha

Description

Registered Massage Therapy is the assessment and treatment of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissue and joints of the body, mostly by hands-­on manipulation, according to the college of massage therapists of ontario. Our massage therapy treatments focus on a variety of ailments, such as injury, health conditions, headaches, general aches and pains, postural dysfunction, and even just pure relaxation. Preventative care is a strong priority for us. We are lucky enough to have an RMT (registered Massage Therapist) with 10 years of experience in the field. Her focus is always trauma-informed and client empowerment, helping you to feel good in your body and advocate for yourself on your healing journey. Massage Therapy treatments can include the following modalities: Swedish Massage Trigger point Therapy Fascial Release Pre-Natal Massage Cupping Therapy Gua Sha & IASTM Reiki All clients must go through a thorough health history and assessment to ensure the best treatment. This will take place during your first appointment. Direct billing is available for many insurance companies, feel free to inquire. Gua Sha or Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) is an ancient tool used in traditional chinese medicine that means “scraping”. don’t worry - we aren’t actually scraping layers of skin off, but rather firmly gliding the tool over your skin, deep enough to engage your muscles and fascia. You may recognize these tools from online, often used on the face to promote skin elasticity and drainage. While this works in a similar manner, this is a different treatment with much firmer pressure and more benefits. Gua means “to scrape” and sha means “sand”, which refers to the red and purplish marks that appear on the skin during and after the treatment. Don’t worry, just like cupping therapy, these marks are painless and will go away in 2 days-2 weeks. These marks show the blood flow increasing, bringing toxins and inflammation to the surface to be carried out of your body by your lymphatic system. This also helps to move stagnant or blocked energy in your energetic body. This treatment is not painful, but it can be uncomfortable in areas with stagnation, tension or pain, and some client even experience a release of emotion as old trauma is moved out of the body. Many clients report this treatment to feel almost hypnotic and incredibly relaxing. Benefits include: decreased inflammation, pain, and tension increased range of motion improved posture Improved Respiration (breathing) release of illness and stagnant energy improved mood and function healing old emotional and spiritual wounds This modality is wonderful on its own, but can also be combined with Registered Massage Therapy for an added fee when focused on treating the soft tissues and joints of the body. Please note that this treatment is not recommended for those with heart disease or those on blood thinning medication. It may also need to be modified for those pregnant or breastfeeding. Please always check with your doctor about any treatment if you have any underlying health conditions.