- Registered Massage Therapy
- Acupuncture
- Benefits of Massage Therapy
- Benefits of Home Therapy
- Onsite Corporate Program
- Company Sponsored Onsite Massage
Massage Therapists are Primary Health Care Practitioners and provincially licensed by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. They are regulated under the Regulated Health Professions Act and the Massage Therapy Act which sets out the rules and regulations for the profession. Their scope of practice is defined as follows:
“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”
Soft tissue includes muscles, tendons, ligaments, membranes, skin and connective tissue. Hands-on techniques such as Swedish massage, trigger point therapy, hydrotherapy, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, remedial exercise and others are used to treat a specific condition or to enhance your general well-being. Lotions are often used to facilitate the treatment.
On your first visit you will be asked to complete a confidential case history form, which will be reviewed with you - this process may involve some testing and assessment. After consenting to the prescribed treatment plan, therapy can begin.
The atmosphere of the treatment room is calm and quiet. Your privacy will always be respected and during the treatment you will be draped so that only the portion of the body being treated will be uncovered. You will never be asked to undress beyond your level of comfort and you'll always have the right to accept or refuse treatment. You will find massage to be therapeutic as well as relaxing.
Acupuncture is a system of healing developed over thousands of years as part of the traditional medicine of China, Japan and other Eastern countries. It is thought to have begun with the discovery that the stimulation of specific areas on the skin affects the functioning of the body.
It has evolved into a system of medicine that restores and maintains health by the insertion of fine needles into acupuncture points just beneath the body surface. These points are in very specific locations and lie on channels of energy. It is extremely effective in a wide variety of conditions through its power to stimulate the mind and body’s own healing response.
During the first consultation, I aim to determine the nature of the disharmony in the patient’s mind/body by careful questioning and observation. A detailed understanding of the patient is required, including: symptoms, past medical and family history, lifestyle and diet, behaviour of all the systems in the body such as digestion and circulation, sleep patterns, and emotional feelings. Diagnosis may also include examination of the tongue for its structure, as well as orthopaedic testing and palpation. I am not only looking for the symptoms, but rather a pattern into which is woven a total picture of the patient.
Acupuncture treatments last an average of 20 to 30 minutes. During this time there may be a heavy sensation in the limbs and a pleasant feeling of relaxation. Other methods of treating acupuncture points include massage (acupressure), laser and electrical stimulation. These are techniques that are particularly suitable for children or for people who have a genuine fear of needles.
Treatment with Acupuncture can produce rapid results but more often it requires a number of treatments over a period of time. There is, however, usually some change after about five treatments.
All people with pain or dysfunction arising from soft tissues or bones can benefit, as well as people with systemic conditions affecting circulation, digestion or general well-being. Adults, children and infants can benefit from massage therapy either through rehabilitative or preventative treatment. Although this list is by no means exhaustive I have successfully treated many conditions including:>
- stress
- headaches/migraines
- arthritis/joint conditions
- sciatica/low back pain
- neck and shoulder pain
- whiplash/motor vehicle accidents
- tendonitis
- repetitive strain/carpal tunnel syndrome
- bursitis/frozen shoulder
- muscle spasms
- compromised lymphatic drainage
- anxiety and depression
- fibromyalgia
- respiratory conditions (asthma, high blood pressure)
- Multiple Sclerosis and Parkinsonism
- constipation
- temporomandibular joint syndrome and/or dysfunction (TMJ)
- orofacial pain
- sinusitis
- athletic injuries
- prenatal/postpartum discomfort
- palliative conditions/AIDS, cancer
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Massage Therapy is an effective method for reducing stress in the workplace. This program is designed to benefit employees and management alike since stress is one of the most influential factors affecting corporate productivity today. Losses incurred from employee absenteeism, high rates of job turnover and inefficiency often result from job related stresses. Many personal ilnesses, such as high blood pressure, headaches and depression are direct symptoms of stress.
Company Sponsored Onsite Massage
Massage therapy can be underwritten by the client company and is deductible under the Income Tax Act. Many companies use onsite massage therapy as part of their incentive programs and provide 'massage days' for their employees. Most extended health care plans cover massage treatments as well. Under our onsite Corporate Office Program, treatments take place at the workplace on portable tables supplied by our company. Massage sessions are brief, about thirty minutes, to avoid disrupting work schedules. Massage is applied to areas of the body most prone to stress and tension, such as the shoulders, neck, upper back, head and arms.
Six clients is the minimum amount of people required to book a corporate massage. Sessions are performed in a quiet room that is supplied by the sponsoring company. Call now to make an appointment.
For more information or a consultation regarding a Corporate Massage Program,
call Marc J. Plouffe at 613.799.2559