What is massage therapy?
What is massage therapy?
Massage therapy involves the use of soft tissue manipulation to enhance function and promote relaxation. It is believed to create a feeling of wellness by its ability to assist the blood’s flow. Massage can be used to treat a variety of conditions including: migraine headaches, sports related injuries, fibromyalgia, and muscle spasms. It may also be employed in the management of stress.
Advantages of massage therapy
Advantages of massage therapy
Stress Reduction
Massage therapy helps to lower cortisol levels, a hormone associated with stress, thereby promoting a sense of relaxation and well-being.
Pain Relief
It is effective in alleviating chronic pain, such as back pain, migraines, and muscle tension.
Improved Blood Circulation
Massage techniques stimulate blood circulation, which helps oxygenate tissues and promotes better elimination of toxins.
Increased Flexibility
Massage therapy can improve flexibility and range of motion, benefiting people of all ages.
Reduction of Muscle Tension
It helps to relax tense muscles and reduce muscle spasms, often caused by stress or poor posture.
Improved Posture
By relieving muscle tension and increasing flexibility, massage therapy contributes to improved posture.
Strengthening the Immune System
Some studies show that massage therapy can increase the production of lymphocytes, the immune cells that help protect the body against illness.
Improved Sleep Quality
By reducing stress and relaxing muscles, massage therapy can help improve the quality of sleep.
Mental Health Benefits
It can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression, thereby improving overall mental health.
Stimulation of the Lymphatic System
Massage therapy helps to stimulate the lymphatic system, promoting better elimination of toxins and waste from the body.
When to consult a massage therapist?
When to consult a massage therapist?
Massage therapy is suitable for everyone: workers, children, the elderly, physically active individuals and pregnant women. It helps to reduce pain related to certain pathologies, diseases or particular ailments, such as:
- Osteoarthritis, arthritis
- Stress, anxiety
- Tension headache, migraine
- Chronic fatigue syndrome
- Sprain, stiff neck
- Tendinitis, bursitis, capsulitis
- Breakdowns, cramps, spasms
5 benefits of massage therapy that athletes can take advantage of:
- Improve performance
- Reduce pain
- Prevent injuries
- Facilitate concentration
- Speed up rehabilitation
Your Montreal, West-Island and Ile-Perrot massage therapist
Your Montreal, West-Island and Ile-Perrot massage therapist
The Cappino Difference
At Cappino, we focus on all aspects of your wellbeing, physical and mental. Our West-Island and Ile-Perrot massage therapists work as part of an interdisciplinary team offering top of the line, personalized treatments in a welcoming modern environment with state of the art equipment and private treatment rooms. Integrity, Results and Client Experience. We make it a priority to deliver on our promise. Our focus is on helping you meet all of your therapeutic, physical and lifestyle needs. Our approach is based on innovative, hands-on treatment techniques to heal injuries faster and to improve quality of life.
Testimonials from satisfied patients
Témoignages de patients satisfaits
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Accupunture with Sylvain - has helped me with various issues over the past 15 yrs, highly recommend.
Anna Lo Giudice
May 28, 2024I feel fortunate to have Kelly as my physiotherapist at Cappino Dorval. Despite the ways I find to injure myself, she gets me back to it and pain free in no time. Athlete, active adult, or average klutz; Cappino has what you need to bounce back.
Caroline D
November 15, 2023Nice and professional service, follow ups, reception and the therapists are highly professionals, no objections , no problems, if you got an injury you visit them the price is worth for the service they give
Juan Camilo Márquez Pérez
July 27, 2023 -
Anna gives the best massages! I have lower back pain, and she really knows what she's doing! I may arrive with pain, but always leave pain-free and relaxed. Highly, highly recommend Anna Malone! Will be making my visits a monthly recurrence!
Lyubomira Moskova
May 26, 2023Olesya is a dedicated osteopath. Her skills are extraordinary. Cappino Dorval is a well run clinic and very clean.
Angela U
May 9, 2023Wonderful, caring competent people in a warm and clean environment! It is always a pleasure to go to my monthly appointment.
Leigh Johnston
May 5, 2023
Consult a massage therapist
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If you have questions about massage therapy or would like to improve your quality of life, contact our clinic today.
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Health and well-being thanks to massage therapy
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