Massage Therapy

Your first visit will be approximately 60 minutes. During this time, your massage therapist will take a full case history to assess your current health and any previous conditions or existing symptoms. A physical examination will take place, so it is best to bring a pair of shorts and, for ladies, a vest top or similar. This allows your therapist to see alignment of your hips, shoulders and spine. Privacy is always provided and if you are uncomfortable with any area [...]

Most people find that 6 to 10 sessions are sufficient to address straightforward problems. The number and frequency of treatment will depend on several factors and will be discussed with you. Once your health improves, patients find that coming in for maintenance and wellness once a month will keep the problems that were first presented at bay.

During your course of massage care, you can expect to feel some physical changes as your body gets used to the change in muscle tension and usage. Some people feel ‘on top of the world’ after a massage, however sometimes when pain is acute and built up over a long time it’s not uncommon to feel sore or stiff the next day. It’s often the day after that the benefits really start to feel apparent. You will be given advice on [...]

If you are experiencing cold or flu symptoms, then it will be best to rearrange your appointment because massage stimulates circulation and can spread infection further around the body resulting in your cold/flu symptoms worsening. Therefore in order to get the most out of your treatment it is best to reschedule when you are feeling better. Unlike massage, a chiropractic adjustment would benefit you greatly when you have cold or flu symptoms to strengthen your immune system and help you to [...]