Angela Grivich, RMT

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) What is it? The carpal tunnel is a narrow tube in your wrist. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is when the space (carpal tunnel) in your wr...ist narrows. The narrowing is caused by inflammationwhich will cause entrapment of the median nerve located on palm side of your hand. It can causepain, numbness and weakness throughout your hand and fingers. The most common symptoms are seen in the the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and half of the ring finger. Massage therapy is an effective way to help relieve CTS-related symptoms. Massage techniques help lengthen the muscles and fascial restrictions in the neck, shoulders, arms, and wrist, which will help reduce any CTS-related symptoms. Benefits of Massage therapy for CTS Reduce inflammation Reduce pain Reduce numbness #rmt #mobilermt #torontormt #northyorkrmt #massagetherapy #therapeuticmassage #painrelief #carpaltunnelsyndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) What is it? The carpal tunnel is a narrow tube in your wrist. Carpal Tunnel Syndrome is when the space (carpal tunnel) in your wr...ist narrows. The narrowing is caused by inflammationwhich will cause entrapment of the median nerve located on palm side of your hand. It can causepain, numbness and weakness throughout your hand and fingers. The most common symptoms are seen in the the thumb, index finger, middle finger, and half of the ring finger. Massage therapy is an effective way to help relieve CTS-related symptoms. Massage techniques help lengthen the muscles and fascial restrictions in the neck, shoulders, arms, and wrist, which will help reduce any CTS-related symptoms. Benefits of Massage therapy for CTS Reduce inflammation Reduce pain Reduce numbness #rmt #mobilermt #torontormt #northyorkrmt #massagetherapy #therapeuticmassage #painrelief #carpaltunnelsyndrome

Benefits of Stretching! INCREASE FLEXIBILITY Regular stretching can help increase your flexibility and can also help delay the reduced mobility that can come ...with aging INCREASE YOUR RANGE OF MOTION Stretching can help increase your range of motion, preventing the risk of muscle tightness or injury IMPROVE PERFORMANCE IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Stretching prior to physical activity has been shown to help increase performance and reduce injury INCREASE BLOOD FLOW Daily stretching can improve circulation, which will increase blood flow to your muscles. It can shorten your recovery time and reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) IMPROVE POSTURE Muscle imbalances can lead to poor posture, a combination of strengthening and stretching specific muscle groups can reduce pain and help improve your posture. REDUCE AND PREVENT BACK PAIN Tight muscles can increase your chance of straining the muscles in your back. Stretching can help heal an existing back injury as well as preventing future back pain caused by a muscle strain. RELIEVES STRESS Emotional and physical stress can create a lot of tension in your muscles. Daily stretching on areas of your body where you tend to hold your stress, such as your neck, shoulders, and upper back will help reduce these tension areas CALMS YOUR MIND Focusing on mindfulness and meditation while you stretch can help calm your mind #rmt #massagetherapy #torontormt #painrelief #therapeuticmassage #stretching

Benefits of Stretching! INCREASE FLEXIBILITY Regular stretching can help increase your flexibility and can also help delay the reduced mobility that can come ...with aging INCREASE YOUR RANGE OF MOTION Stretching can help increase your range of motion, preventing the risk of muscle tightness or injury IMPROVE PERFORMANCE IN PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES Stretching prior to physical activity has been shown to help increase performance and reduce injury INCREASE BLOOD FLOW Daily stretching can improve circulation, which will increase blood flow to your muscles. It can shorten your recovery time and reduce delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) IMPROVE POSTURE Muscle imbalances can lead to poor posture, a combination of strengthening and stretching specific muscle groups can reduce pain and help improve your posture. REDUCE AND PREVENT BACK PAIN Tight muscles can increase your chance of straining the muscles in your back. Stretching can help heal an existing back injury as well as preventing future back pain caused by a muscle strain. RELIEVES STRESS Emotional and physical stress can create a lot of tension in your muscles. Daily stretching on areas of your body where you tend to hold your stress, such as your neck, shoulders, and upper back will help reduce these tension areas CALMS YOUR MIND Focusing on mindfulness and meditation while you stretch can help calm your mind #rmt #massagetherapy #torontormt #painrelief #therapeuticmassage #stretching

As the warm summer months approach, keeping hydrated is extremely important for your health and well-being. Did you know your body is made up of 60% water? He...re are 10 reasons why it’s crucial for your health to consume enough water daily: 1. It lubricates your joints 2. It delivers oxygen throughout the body 3. It cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues 4. It regulates body temperature 5. It helps maintain the digestive system 6. It maintains your electrolyte balance 7. It helps regulate blood pressure 8. It carries nutrients to your cells 9. It helps prevent kidney damage 10. It boosts performance during exercise #rmt #massagetherapy #torontormt #torontomassagetherapy #stayhealthy #stayhydrated #painrelief

As the warm summer months approach, keeping hydrated is extremely important for your health and well-being. Did you know your body is made up of 60% water? He...re are 10 reasons why it’s crucial for your health to consume enough water daily: 1. It lubricates your joints 2. It delivers oxygen throughout the body 3. It cushions the brain, spinal cord, and other sensitive tissues 4. It regulates body temperature 5. It helps maintain the digestive system 6. It maintains your electrolyte balance 7. It helps regulate blood pressure 8. It carries nutrients to your cells 9. It helps prevent kidney damage 10. It boosts performance during exercise #rmt #massagetherapy #torontormt #torontomassagetherapy #stayhealthy #stayhydrated #painrelief

Ultrasound Therapy: A painless treatment that uses sound waves which create vibrations deep into the tissue, increasing heat and friction. It helps reduce pain..., decrease swelling and promote healing. Benefits: deep heating reduces pain breaks down scar tissue decreases swelling promotes healing Most commonly used for: soft tissue injuries such as tendonitis non-acute joint swelling and muscle spasm muscle and ligament injuries swelling and chronic inflammation #rmt #torontormt #massagetherapy #painrelief

Ultrasound Therapy: A painless treatment that uses sound waves which create vibrations deep into the tissue, increasing heat and friction. It helps reduce pain..., decrease swelling and promote healing. Benefits: deep heating reduces pain breaks down scar tissue decreases swelling promotes healing Most commonly used for: soft tissue injuries such as tendonitis non-acute joint swelling and muscle spasm muscle and ligament injuries swelling and chronic inflammation #rmt #torontormt #massagetherapy #painrelief

Shoulder recovery! Cupping to help reduce pain, increase blood flow, and improve mobility.... Taping to help reduce inflammation, stabilize and reduce pain. #rmt #massagetherapy #deeptissue #myofascialrelease #cupping #kinesiologytape #sportsmassage See more

C U P P I N G One of the best treatments ... increases blood flow releases fascial restrictions and adhesions increases mobility reduces pain/inflammation #rmt #deeptissuemassage #cupping #cuppingtherapy #torontormt #massagetherapy #painrelief See more

M A S S A G E T H E R A P Y #rmt #massagetherapy #deeptissue #painrelief #cuppingtherapy #torontormt #northyorkrmt

Studies from the National Health Institute show that the psychological benefits of Massage Therapy can be just as vital as the physical benefits. A 60 minute ma...ssage can lower cortisol (stress hormone) by an average of 30 percent. As cortisol levels decline, serotonin (one of the body’s anti-pain mechanisms) increases by an average of 28 percent. By lowering cortisol and increasing serotonin, you’re increasing your body’s ability to fight off pain, anxiety and depression. #rmt #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #massagetherapy

M A S S A G E T H E R A P Y #rmt #massagetherapy #deeptissue #painrelief #cuppingtherapy #torontormt #northyorkrmt

Studies from the National Health Institute show that the psychological benefits of Massage Therapy can be just as vital as the physical benefits. A 60 minute ma...ssage can lower cortisol (stress hormone) by an average of 30 percent. As cortisol levels decline, serotonin (one of the body’s anti-pain mechanisms) increases by an average of 28 percent. By lowering cortisol and increasing serotonin, you’re increasing your body’s ability to fight off pain, anxiety and depression. #rmt #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #massagetherapy

Massage Cupping decompresses the tissue by using a negative pressure created by the suction of the cups. This will increase blood flow and reduce muscle pain and tightness. #rmt #massagetherapy #cupping ##cuppingtherapy #deeptissuemassage #painrelief

M A S S A G E T H E R A P Y #rmt #massagetherapy #deeptissue #painrelief #cuppingtherapy #torontormt #northyorkrmt

Studies from the National Health Institute show that the psychological benefits of Massage Therapy can be just as vital as the physical benefits. A 60 minute ma...ssage can lower cortisol (stress hormone) by an average of 30 percent. As cortisol levels decline, serotonin (one of the body’s anti-pain mechanisms) increases by an average of 28 percent. By lowering cortisol and increasing serotonin, you’re increasing your body’s ability to fight off pain, anxiety and depression. #rmt #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #massagetherapy

C U P P I N G T H E R A P Y Increases blood flow Reduces muscle tension... Releases fascial restrictions Relieves pain Improves mobility #rmt #massagetherapy #cuppingtherapy #deeptissuemassage #torontormt #painrelief See more

Cupping treatment for golfer’s elbow and shoulder impingement #rmt #massagetherapy #cuppingtreatment #cuppingmassage #cupping ##torontormt #painrelief

C U P P I N G releases facial restrictions/adhesions... decreases scar tissue increases blood flow #rmt #massagetherapy #cupping #cuppingtherapy #sportsmassage #painrelief #painmanagement #torontormt See more

Love massages but unable to lay on your stomach?! Let’s talk about side-line massage! Most commonly used for prenatal massages but this positioning is also u...sed for clients who are unable to lay on their stomach due to low back pain or injury. Pillows are placed under your neck/shoulders, in front of your abdomen and between your knees - this provides support and will keep you comfortable throughout your massage. #rmt #massagetherapy #torontormt #painrelief #deeptissuemassage #painmanagement #prenatalmassage See more

Studies have shown that massage can help relieve the pain associated with headaches, by reducing tension in the muscles of the head, neck, and shoulders ...Common types of headaches: Tension Headaches - they are the most common and are caused by tension in the muscles in your face, neck and shoulders Sinus Headaches - a deep and constant pain in your cheekbones, forehead, or on the bridge of your nose - caused by sinus congestion or infection Cluster headaches - a burning or piercing pain behind or around one eye - they are recurring 2/3 times per day for a period of 2 weeks. They mainly affect males, and their cause is unknown. Migraine Headaches - a pounding or throbbing pain that can last 4 hours to 2 days, usually combined with sensitivity to light, noise or smells; nausea and blurred vision. They are usually hereditary and the cause is unknown Postraumatic Stress headache - a dull ache that gets significantly worse throughout the day, also combined with other symptoms such as lightheadedness and nausea - usually occurs 2-3 days post injury #rmt #massagetherapy #headaches #migraines #painrelief #mobilermt See more

Kinesiology Taping is very beneficial for anyone wanting to improve posture and decrease pain. It can help decrease inflammation, relax tight muscles, suppo...rt muscles and joints in movement and increase body awareness. It can be used on both acute and chronic injuries and will last 4-7 days. #rmt #sportsmassage #torontormt #kinesiologytape #cupping #deeptissue #massagetherapy #painrelief See more

Fascia is connective tissue that surrounds the muscles, bones, nerves, and organs of the body and helps everything move in relation to each other. Myofascial ...tightness can develop in any area of the body. Fascia restrictions can cause pain or tightness locally, but it can also affect different parts of your body. What is myofasfial release? Myofascial release is a manual treatment that attempts to release tension in the fascia due to trauma, posture, or inflammation. It is an effective technique that involves either using cupping therapy or by applying gentle sustained pressure without lotion into the connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. #rmt #myofascialrelease #cuppingtherapy #cupping #massagetherapy #painrelief #healthandwellness #massagetherapist #torontormt See more

The ultimate release #cupping #massagecupping #cuppingtherapy #massagetherapy #rmt #torontormt