What You Need to Know About Massage Therapy

Quick answer Hands-on care can help, but it usually works best as part of a bigger rehab plan. That usually means pairing treatment with exercise, education, and a gradual return to activity. Common questions Is treatment enough on its own? Usually not. It tends to work best with movement and strengthening. What should I expect? […]

Elyse Copp Explains How Massage Therapy Supports a Physiotherapy Program

Quick answer Hands-on care can help, but it usually works best as part of a bigger rehab plan. That usually means pairing treatment with exercise, education, and a gradual return to activity. Common questions Is treatment enough on its own? Usually not. It tends to work best with movement and strengthening. What should I expect? […]

3 Ways Physiotherapists Ease Back Pain

“My back is killing me!” Have you ever said something like this? If so, you are part of a large community of individuals worldwide who routinely experience back pain. Whether it is chronic, acute, severe, minor, dull, or sharp, back pain puts a dent in your quality of life. But, here is some great news: […]

3 Unusual Benefits of Massage Therapy

Quick answer Hands-on care can help, but it usually works best as part of a bigger rehab plan. That usually means pairing treatment with exercise, education, and a gradual return to activity. Common questions Is treatment enough on its own? Usually not. It tends to work best with movement and strengthening. What should I expect? […]

Foam Rolling To Reduce Pain

If a physiotherapist recommends doing something for myofascial release, don’t be afraid. He or she is talking about foam rolling. Often used by professional athletes, this practice is gaining popularity as a home remedy for common hurts. While it is best to learn proper foam rolling technique from a certified physiotherapist, self-myofascial can be done […]