Should I get a Chiropractic Treatment Before or After a Massage? Back pain, muscle tension and spinal dysfunction are very common conditions, suffered by over 80% of the developed world (the part of the world that spends ¾ of their…
This Blog post is by our Acupuncturist Kat Ao and Heather Thompson RMT. Do Your Exercises Massage therapy can improve the nutrition of joints, increase the blood supply to the muscles, and undo or prevent formations of muscle adhesions. The…
Have you ever been told that you should drink water after a massage to help flush out the toxins that were released during the treatment? It kind of makes sense on the surface, but is it true? It is, in…
Poor Posture and Lower Back Pain Sore lower back getting you down? You’re not alone. Stats show that over 80% of Canadians will experience back pain at some point in their lives. The causes are many—from sprains, strains and injury…
Are you stuck for Christmas present ideas? Unsure what to get the person who has everything? This year, it’s time to stop guessing and start giving what everyone wants: a massage.
A massage is a thoughtful gift that’s never returned, never hidden away in a closet, and never re-gifted. It’s easy, convenient, and always appreciated! The gift of massage is perfect for everyone in your life, including…
Massage and Exercise Benefits You’ve heard it a million times: Exercise is the key to losing weight, keeping energy levels up, preventing bone and muscle loss, elevating your mood...the list goes on and on. We know it’s good for us,…
What is a Deep Tissue Massage? The term ‘deep tissue massage’ sends shivers down many people’s spines. It’s often thought of as a painful and uncomfortable experience that takes days to recover from. But what you may not know is…
Massage therapy is one of the oldest forms of healing. It’s been in practice for thousands of years and has been used by cultures around the world to relieve pain, restore balance, and promote wellbeing. Its customs and techniques are rooted in ancient history, and its evolution has helped shaped the thriving massage industry of today.
The Correlation Between Beauty and MassageWant a smoother complexion? Firmer skin? Shinier hair? Of course you do! But before you head to the beauty aisle, maybe it’s time to take a more hands-on approach. A good massage does more than just relax your muscles. It beautifies the body from head to toe!
When it comes to winter, we have it pretty easy here in Victoria. While the rest of the country is shoveling driveways and checking for exposed skin, we’re biking to work and smelling the flowers.
Of course, nothing is free—not even our luxuriously mild winters. While we don’t have to worry about our car’s block heater failing, we do have to put up with big storms, weeks of rain, and fading memories of that golden orb in the sky. All of this gloomy weather puts a damper on our spirits that’s not always easy to shake.