Why People Book Massage Therapy (It’s Not Just Relaxation)
If you think of massage therapy as something you book only when you want to relax, you may be surprised by how many different reasons people visit a Registered Massage Therapist.
At Edge Health – Chiropractic & Wellness in Barrie, our massage therapy patients come in with all kinds of goals. Some are dealing with a stubborn neck or back that just won’t settle down. Others are active and want to keep their bodies moving well. And sometimes, life has simply been stressful and everything feels tight.
Whatever brings you in, massage therapy can be tailored to what you need from your appointment.
Why Do People Book Massage Therapy?
There isn’t one “right” reason to see a Registered Massage Therapist.
You might spend hours at a desk and notice that your neck and shoulders are constantly tight. Maybe your lower back has been bothering you after long days at work. You might be training, running, playing sports or working out regularly and want some help with muscle tension and recovery.
Or perhaps you’ve simply reached that point where your body feels like it needs some attention.
Registered Massage Therapy may be used as part of a care plan for concerns such as:
- Muscle tension and stiffness
- Neck and shoulder discomfort
- Back discomfort
- Headaches associated with muscular tension
- Sports and activity-related muscle soreness
- General stress and tension
- Maintaining mobility and overall physical well-being
Your massage therapist will talk with you about what you’re experiencing and tailor your treatment accordingly.
Your Massage Doesn’t Have to Be the Same Every Time
One of the things we love about massage therapy is that treatment can change depending on what your body needs.
You may want more focused treatment for a particular area one visit and a broader treatment the next.
At Edge Health, our Registered Massage Therapists take the time to understand what is bothering you, what your goals are and what type of pressure and treatment you are comfortable with.
You don’t need to know exactly what kind of massage you need before you book. That’s something you and your therapist can discuss at your appointment.
Massage Therapy for Busy People in Barrie
We know how easy it is to put yourself at the bottom of the list.
Work gets busy. Kids have activities. The week fills up. That tight shoulder you thought would disappear is still bothering you three weeks later.
That’s why we’ve tried to make booking massage therapy at Edge Health as straightforward as possible.
Our Barrie clinic offers online booking, and our Registered Massage Therapists have a variety of appointment times available throughout the week.
We also offer direct billing to many extended health insurance plans, when permitted by your insurer.
What Should You Expect at Your First Massage Appointment?
If you’ve never had a massage at Edge Health before, there’s no need to feel unsure about what to expect.
Your Registered Massage Therapist will begin by talking with you about your health history, what has brought you in and what you would like to get out of your treatment.
Your therapist can then recommend an approach based on your needs and preferences.
And communication doesn’t stop once the massage begins. If you’d like more or less pressure, something feels uncomfortable, or you’d like your therapist to spend more time on a particular area, you can always say so.
It’s your treatment.
Looking for a Registered Massage Therapist in Barrie?
Whether you’re dealing with muscle tension, feeling the effects of a busy week, staying active or simply realizing you’ve put off booking for long enough, we’d be happy to welcome you to Edge Health.
Our team of Registered Massage Therapists provides individualized massage therapy in a comfortable, multidisciplinary clinic right here in Barrie.
Ready to book?
View our current massage therapy availability and book your appointment online today.
Edge Health – Chiropractic & Wellness
