What is the Massage Therapy Scope of Practice?
“The practice of massage therapy is the assessment of the soft tissue and joints of the body and the treatment and prevention of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissues and joints by manipulation to develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function, or relieve pain.”

What is Massage?
Massage is the treatment of the muscles etc. by rubbing or kneading.

What is the difference between a Registered Massage Therapist and an Esthetician?
A massage therapist is a trained healthcare professional with extensive knowledge of the body. A background of multiple modalities ensures that your treatment will be safe and effective. A Registered Massage Therapist (R.M.T.) can write receipts for insurance companies. An esthetician can give a great relaxation massage but is not qualified to treat physical conditions with massage.

Does Massage Therapy hurt?
As each client is treated as an individual the R.M.T. will tailor a treatment plan to address the client’s condition. Although a treatment may become uncomfortable it should never be painful.

How often do I have to have massage therapy?
In general, if there are no serious conditions a monthly visit is recommended in order to prevent many aches and pains. In the acute phase of many conditions appointments should be scheduled 1-2 times a week. As the condition subsides visits will be less frequent.

What conditions can be treated by massage therapy?
1. Poor Circulation
2. General Joint & Muscle Pain
3. Rotator Cuff Muscle injuries
4. Headaches / Migraines
5. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
6. Fibromyalgia
7. Whiplash
8. Plantar Fasciitis
9. Golfer / Tennis Elbow
10. Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
11. Constipation
12. Temporo Mandibular Joint Dysfunction (TMJ Dysfunction)
13. Trigger Points ( Knots )
14. Scar Tissue
15. Chronic Bronchitis
16. Parkinson’s Disease
17. Edema ( Swelling)
18. Stress

What do I do in between appointments to maintain the benefits of massage therapy?
You will be given exercises to strengthen or stretch the muscles that are affected. This will allow you to maximize the benefits of your massage therapy treatments and will reduce recovery time.