MASSAGE THERAPY OTTAWA 

The Ottawa Physiotherapy and Sport Clinics also provide massage therapy Ottawa. Massage Therapy is a hands-on manipulation of the soft tissue and joints of the body. The soft tissues include muscle, skin, tendon and associated fascia, ligaments and joint capsules.

Massage has many different physiological effects, which are primarily due to the therapist's hands moving over the body. The different movements can be stretched muscles, ligaments, tendons and fascia, encourages circulation through the tissue, inhibits muscular spasms and is either sedating or stimulating to the nervous system.

OTTAWA MASSAGE THERAPY AND STRESS REDUCTION

Prolonged periods of stress can subconsciously affect many systems of the body. Stress has been shown to aggravate, or even cause, such problems as heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, memory loss and decreased immune function.

Massage therapy is one of the best antidotes for stress. Massage boosts the body's immune system, which can become compromised from extended periods of stress. Tension can build up in the muscles, causing a decrease in circulation and nutrient delivery to tissues. Manipulation of the soft tissue decreases muscular tension, increases removal of metabolic waste and promotes nutrient delivery to healing tissue.

With a massage therapy, stress can be reduced significantly. This, in turn, will increase energy, improve your outlook on life, and boost your immune system function.

MASSAGE THERAPY AND INJURY PREVENTION

Massage therapy is also used to help prevent injuries and maintain mobility by keeping muscles healthy and using them in the muscles. This may be particularly helpful for people who live an active lifestyle or who have had injuries in the past.

MASSAGE THERAPY - THERAPEUTIC EFFECTS

Massage Therapy works on both a physiological and psychological level.

PHYSIOLOGICAL EFFECTS:

• increased circulation which provides more oxygen and nutrients to the tissues and organs
• stimulates the lymphatic system which removes waste materials from the tissues
• reduced muscle spasms and cramping
• improves muscle and soft tissue range of motion and flexibility
• reduced recovery time from strenuous workouts
• endorphin releases which reduce pain perception

PSYCHOLOGICAL EFFECTS:

• encouraged relaxation
• helps reduce mental stress
• built anxiety
• provides a feeling of overall wellbeing
• creates body awareness
• increases awareness of mind-body connection

MASSAGE THERAPY RENT - OTTAWA, WESTBORO & BARRHAVEN

Physiotherapy and Sport Clinic Provides Massage Therapy Services Ottawa,  Kanata Lakes, Orleans, Westboro and Barrhaven.