Health Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage therapy speeds the recovery of sore muscles by enhancing functions of the lymphatic system and removing toxins from the body. It effectively delivers nutrients to tissues and cells, and breaks up adhesions from scar tissue to restore flexibility and range of motion. Treatments also induce general relaxation, which aids in recovery from stress and helps to prevent the onset of illness and injury.
Massage therapy is effective in aiding Pain & discomfort with chronic muscle tension, Stiff joints, Forms of Paralysis, Sciatica, Fractures, Sprains, Overworked muscles and Athletic performance
Registered Massage Therapist (RMT)
Lindsay Shewchuk is a Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs). RMT is a protected title used only by those who have the educational and registration requirements after passing the colleges’ certification exams. In British Columbia, RMTs are governed under the Regulated Health Professions Act and the Massage Therapy Act. This mandates a regulatory body called the College Of Massage Therapists Of British Columbia.
During the 2 year program RMT’s must complete training in several areas including Massage theory, Anatomy, Physiology, Kinesiology, Hydrotherapy and Remedial exercises.
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