Massage Therapy in Halifax NS | Health First Chiropractic & Massage

Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy is the manipulation of the soft tissue of the body including the muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints. It helps alleviate the soft tissue discomfort associated with everyday and occupational stresses, muscular overuse and many chronic pain conditions. If employed early enough after accidents involving trauma and injury, Massage Therapy can greatly decrease the development of painful muscular patterning.

how can massage therapy help me?

Massage Therapy can be beneficial to people of all ages and conditions and is widely used to help obtain relief from many specific problems including but not limited to:

Inflammatory conditions such as arthritis & tendonitis
Stress relief & associated conditions
Headaches & migraines
Muscle and related conditions such as spasm, strains & sprains
Back pain
Repetitive strain injury
Circulatory & respiratory problems
Pregnancy & labour discomfort
Post-injury & surgical rehabilitation

what should I expect at my first treatment?

Please make sure to bring a physician referral to your first appointment, When you arrive for your appointment your massage therapist will require you to fill out a health history form. Afterward, the therapist will ask you general questions to establish what areas you would like worked on, if there are any conditions needed to be addressed and to determine if massage therapy is appropriate for you. They may perform certain assessments and testing to evaluate your condition and to see if you have any presenting complaints.

how will I feel after my massage?

Most people feel very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling relaxed, people often experience increased energy, heightened awareness, and greater productivity. Since toxins are released from your soft tissue during a massage, it is recommended that you drink plenty of water and have an Epsom salt bath to release toxins after your treatment.

what is myofascial release?

Myofascial Release is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.