Working full time as a registered massage therapist in Toronto, believe it or not, I sometimes get sore too. Since I like to practice what I preach I usually choose massage therapy as my primary method to relieve my aches and pains. Most of the time I exchange with the other amazing therapist here at MyoCAre, my massage therapy clinic in Toronto, located in the Annex district, but upon occasion I like to try other clinics out. A few weeks ago this was the case when my arms and hands got tight from working. My experience at this clinic finally made…
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Your First Massage Therapy appointment - What to expect
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Massage therapy for Low back pain
Low Back pain is probably the number one reason people seek out treatment from a registered massage therapist. The pain can vary from mildly annoying to intensely debilitating. There are many causes of low back. So many that it is to difficult to cover them all in a single article. This is why this post will focus primarily on hip flexors, as a cause of low back pain. The problem might not be where the pain is In order to understand how the hip flexors can cause low back pain, it is first necessary to have a brief understanding of their…
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What causes trigger points? Part 2
THE PRIMARY CAUSE OF TRIGGER POINTS IS MUSCULAR OVERLOAD As a Toronto RMT I am constantly working to release trigger points. Trigger points are one of the most common causes for muscular pain and discomfort. In my previous blog, Trigger points part 1, we discussed what a trigger point actually is, and how it forms. We also briefly discussed that the most common cause of a trigger point is usually some sort of muscular overload. In this post I will elaborate a bit more. To most people, the term muscular overload probably conjures up images of physical strain on the muscle tissue…
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Massage Therapy for Jaw Pain - Toronto RMT
Few people know that massage therapy is actually quite effective in relieving symptoms from TMJ issues. Working as a Toronto RMT for over 14 years I have surprised many clients with the fact that massage therapy for jaw pain can help relieve the pain, tension or popping sound happening in their TMJ. Causes of TMJ Issues There a many causes of TMJ (temperomandibular joint) issues.This is why it is important to get properly assessed before receiving treatment. Altered dentition: The position of your teeth can cause major issues in your TMJ. If the teeth are not properly aligned, it will alter the ability of…
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Announcing the new website.
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new website!
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New website under construction.
We are currently revamping our website. Our new website will be interactive and mobile friendly! Watch this space for updates. Just a few more weeks to go!
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