Chelsea Mclean, RMT
100 Centrepointe Dr K2G6B1 Ottawa, ON, Canada

You’re relaxed, now what?! . . After a massage, every therapist will recommend different things to do to keep your body relaxed and moving properly. .... . Because most of my treatments are deep tissue, this is what I say: Gentle exercise & movement. Our bodies were made to move, so in order to keep things working well, we need to use our muscles. Go for a walk, do some gentle yoga, you can even do a regular workout! (I do suggest lowering your weights though). Hydrate! With massage, toxins are released from the body and we can sometimes feel dehydrated after a treatment- drink yo water! / - use heat to keep things relaxed and ice if there’s pain or inflammation. Stretch! Keep those muscles relaxed and loose! Your therapist might give you some specific ones or you can do usual routine. . . Any other questions about your treatment or what to do after, just ask me! . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #MassageTime #OttawaRMT #AfterYourMassage #Rest #Relax #Recover #Relaxation #Health #Wellness #Healing #ToDo #Rehabilitation #Recovery #Ottawa #BeWell #MoveWell #Movement #Exercise #Stretching #Stretch #BarefootRMT

Now booking for 2021! . . A major THANK YOU to all my wonderful clients who continue to trust me with them on their health journey. I’m truly blessed to work in a field with such amazing people and I’m honoured to be able to do what I do. .... . I am fully booked for the remainder of the year! If you wanted a treatment and couldn’t get in, I am so sorry and you have been added to my cancellation/ waitlist. . . Don’t let that stop you from booking in though! January is right around the corner and my bookings are open! Get in before they go too! . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #GetAMassage #OttawaRMT #ThankYou #Rest #Relax #Recover #Health #Wellness #Healing #HealthJourney #HealingTime #Relaxation #MassageTime #Blessed #Grateful #NowBooking #BookNow #NewClients #Entrepreneur #NewYear #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

The snow is falling and Christmas is coming! A massage is definitely on my list this year! Is it on yours? . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #OttawaRMT #ChristmasList #Christmas #GiftOfHealth #GiftOfRelaxation #Rest #Relax #Recover #Relaxation #Health #Wellness #Healing #MassageTime #GetAMassage #MassageDay #DearSanta #SantaList #Santa #GrownUpChristmasList #Ottawa #BarefootRMT

Aaaahhh Monday, we meet again. . . Have a wonderful week, everyone! I hope you find time to invest in yourself and your body, to relax and unwind. .... . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #MassageMonday #MassageTime #Rest #Relax #Recover #Health #Wellness #Relaxation #BodyTherapy #InvestInYourself #InvestInYourHealth #OttawaMassage #GetAMassage #NewWeek #Monday #MondayMotivation #OttawaRMT #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

Happy Friday! . . I found my pup hiding under my massage table this morning, and honestly, what’s better than a massage and some puppy cuddles?! .... . Have a relaxing weekend, friends! . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #DogsOfInstagram #DogsOfIg #Dog #Rest #Relax #Recover #Health #Wellness #MassageTime #PuppyCuddles #OttawaDogs #DogsOfOttawa #OttawaRMT #Friday #WeekendVibes #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

I have my massage for December booked! DO YOU? . . As the year comes to a close, massage spots are becoming hard to come by! Make sure you don’t miss out by booking yours today! .... . With 2020 being what it was and the stress of the holiday season upon us, we can all use a bit of time on the massage table. See you soon! . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #OttawaRMT #MassageTime #Rest #Relax #Recover #Health #Wellness #Healing #Therapy #StressRelease #StressRelief #HolidaySeason #Relaxation #RelaxationTime #MassageTable #Unwind #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

S T R E S S . . How do you manage stress? .... . Unfortunately, we all have stress in our lives, the question is: what do you do to handle it? . . Stress can play out in many different ways, including: muscle and joint pain anxiety, depression, anger and/or mental health issues weight gain or loss sleep issues over- eating or under- eating . . Though massage may not be able to fix ALL your stressors, it can definitely help with some. . . Book yourself a massage today. I promise you’ll feel better after . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #OttawaMassage #OttawaRMT #Rest #Relax #Recover #Relaxation #MassageTime #Stress #StressRelief #Stressors #Anxiety #MentalHealth #PhysicalHealth #BeWell #Health #Wellness #BookAMassage #BarefootRMT See more

Do your hands ever get tired? . . As an RMT, this is a question I get asked a lot! The simple, straight answer: YES. However, when you’ve been in the game long enough, you learn to use your forearms and elbows to your advantage. .... . Most of my treatments are deep tissue massage, where I’m putting about 70 lbs of pressure through the body (crazy right?!). Usually I can get through 5 of these treatments in a day and still open the pickle jar when I get home Granted, there are days when I’m doing more specific work and need to rely on my hands and thumbs. When that happens, you can find me stretching my hands more often and icing them at the end of the day. . . At the end of it all, being a Massage Therapist is a very physically demanding career, but if you learn to use your body properly, practice good technique and take care of yourself, you’ll last a long time. . . Any other questions for me, DM me or put them in the comments! . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #OttawaRMT #PhysicalTherapist #PhysicalJob #ManualWork #WorkingHands #StrongHands #HandsHeal #MassageHands #MassageLife #MassageTherapistTricks #Rest #Relax #Relaxation #Recovery #Recover #Health #Wellness #Heal #Healing #MassageTime #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

A little puppy spam on your Friday morning TGIF, right?! . . Have a restful, cozy and happy weekend, all! .... . Happy Thanksgiving weekend to all my fellow #Canadians! . . #TGIF #Friday #DogsOfInstagram #DogsOfIg #PuppySpam #Doggo #Cozy #ThanksgivingWeekend #CanadianThanksgiving #HappyThanksgiving #Cuddles #Warmth #Weekend #WeekendVibes #Rest #Relax #Recover #Relaxation #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #Massage #OttawaRMT #OttawaDogs #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

A W A R E N E S S . . A gentle reminder to check in with your body today. Let your muscles relax, take that deep breath and just...be. .... . Sometimes it’s hard to give yourself the permission to rest and take a minute to be in the present. I get it. I’m guilty of it. But in these unprecedented, stressful times, make sure you’re not stretching yourself too thin. It’s okay to take a day off; to say no; to check out. . . Give your body and mind what it needs. And if you need some help, come see me for a massage. . . Have a wonderful week, friends . . #Rest Relax #Recover #Health #Wellness #Awareness #Stress #StressRelief #BodyAwareness #SelfCare #BePresent #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #Massage #Heal #Healing #Breathe #DeepBreathing #Breath #BreathWork #Meditation #Meditate #Break #CheckIn #MentalHealth #Monday #MondayMusings #NewWeek #OttawaRMT #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

Behind the scenes, the grind is real. . . When you leave the treatment room after your massage, my work is not done. From charting and research to Instagram posts and continually studying and learning, there is always something to be done (laundry included!). .... . I’m extremely passionate about my career and the patients I work with. Every treatment is different- from techniques used, pain tolerated and rehab exercises given, it’s all patient specific. . . Come and see me; you won’t regret it! . . #MassageTherapist #MassageTherapy #Massage #OttawaMassage #OttawaRMT #SelfEmployed #AlwaysGrinding #Health #Wellness #Rest #Recovery #Studying #Charting #BehindTheScenes #MassageTime #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

With #Thanksgiving this weekend and #Christmas right around the corner, make sure you’re taking care of yourself. . . Your health and wellness should always be top priority, so carve out an hour and book a massage! You deserve it! .... . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #OttawaRMT #Health #Wellness #Relaxation #Rest #Recover #Therapy #MassageTime #CarveOutSomeTime #FallPuns #PumpkinPuns #October #Holidays #OhMyGourd #Gourds #GourdCarving #Carving #Fall #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

If these hands could talk, they would have stories to tell. As a massage therapist, these hands are my livelihood, my tools. They can feel the tension you hold in your body; they run over scars from past traumas; they feel you breathe and provide a sense of comfort and healing. These hands have been through a lot. They’ve saved a mans life after he was hit by a car and was bleeding to death on the side of the road; they’ve wrapped countless rolls of tape around ankles and w...rists of many football players; they’ve given high fives and applauses of encouragement. These hands held my baby seconds after she was born. They’ve swaddled her and burped her and continue to feed her. They wipe her tears and stroke her hair and hold her little hands. They have linked fingers with my soulmate when we first started dating and now, as we continue to do life together. They house my wedding rings and my Claddagh ring, proudly. These hands pet my dog everyday, hundreds of times over. These hands are everything to me. They’ve been cut, bruised, burnt, held, massaged and kissed. These are my hands and they will continue to work for me, and, by extension, you. . . . #MassageTherapist #MassageTherapy #Massage #MassageLife #MassageHands #HandsHeal #HealingHands #Health #Wellness #Love #WorkingHands #HandsOn #OttawaRMT #MyStory #Ottawa #BarefootRMT

New Schedule! . . As of next week, Tuesday October 6, I will have more massage appointments available! .... . Spots are filling up fast as the year is winding down, so grab ‘em while you can! . . Message me to book in or call the clinic at 613-225-3339. . . #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #Massage #OttawaRMT #NewSchedule #BookNow #MassageTime #Rest #Relax #Recover #Relaxation #Health #Wellness #GetAMassage #MassageMonday #MassageDay #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

Hello F A L L . . My favourite season is here! Fall is a great reminder that it’s okay to release and let things go. .... . Why not start the season off by letting go of some stress and tension? A massage is a great way to do that! . . Book now, as spots are filling up fast before the holidays! . . #Fall #Autumn #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #Health #Wellness #Rest #Relaxation #Stress #StressRelief #TensionRelease #MassageTime #LetGo #FallOntoMyTable #SeasonOfChange #NewSeason #HelloFall #Ottawa #OttawaRMT #BarefootRMT See more

E X H A L E . . As another week comes to an end, let go of any stress, release the tension from your muscles and just... relax. .... . Have a restful weekend, all and don’t forget to book your next massage! . . #Massage #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #MassageRoom #Rest #Relax #Recover #Health #Wellness #Muscles #Relaxation #GetAMassage #MassageTime #OttawaRMT #OttawaMassage #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

Postpartum wellness is extremely important but sadly, it’s often out on the back burner. Moms, take the time for you- your body, baby and family will thank you for it! . . Here are some things that should be on your list: check in with your @growco.rehab therapist... proper pelvic floor and core rehab exercises massage treatments (fun fact, if you come to me, you CAN bring baby!) proper hydration + nutrition (make meals ahead and freeze them for easy reheat and eat) support system (partner, friends, family who can come over and watch baby so you can sleep, shower or eat) fresh air self-love and patience (being a mom is h a r d! You’re doing the best you can and you’re doing a great job!) . . What were things on your postpartum checklist? Did you have one? . . #Pregnancy #PostPartum #PostPartumChecklist #GrowCo #Motherhood #MomLife #Parenthood #Health #Wellness #Rest #Recovery #PostPartumRecovery #PostPartumHealth #WomensHealth #MomHealth #Healing #PelvicFloor #Core #PelvicFloorRehab #PostPartumWellness #MentalHealthCheckIn #MomBrain #Family #SupportSystem #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #OttawaMoms #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

It’s a gloomy day outside in Ottawa, but it’s warm and delicious inside! . . Homemade apple cinnamon loaf with fresh picked apples from the @log.cabin.orchard! .... . This was my first time making this bread and it was a huge success! What’s your go-to apple recipe? . . #Apples #AppleLoaf #Homemade #Baking #Fall #FallBaking #Autumn #FallEats #AutumnBaking #FreshPicked #EatLocal #SupportLocal #OttawaEats #Ottawa #EatWell #Health #Wellness #FeedYourBody #FuelYourBody #BarefootRMT See more

Ladies! What does your post-partum recovery look like? Don’t have one? You NEED one. No matter where you are in your pregnancy or post-partum journey, let’s chat. . . If you’re experiencing any pain/ leaking/ organ prolapse/ abdominal weakness/ etc- this *is not good*! .... . Ask me how to regain a STRONG, HEALTHY, FUNCTIONING CORE and PELVIC FLOOR *without* doing thousands of sit-ups. . . #PostPartum #PostPartumBody #Pregnancy #PelvicFloor #PelvicFloorRehab #PelvicFloorExercises #PelvicFloorStrengthening #PostPartumRehab #StrongCore #Core #Abs #Muscles #PregnancyBelly #MomBod #Health #Wellness #Fitness #Recovery #PostPartumRecovery #GrowCo #ActiveTherapy #ActiveRecovery #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #OttawaMoms #OttawaRMT #MomFitness #FitMom #BarefootRMT See more

With cold + flu season right around the corner, it’s time to think about ways to boost the immune system! . . My tricks? Get enough sleep... Eat the colours of the rainbow Support your body by getting regular massage treatments (+ chiro) Get outside; fresh air will do you good Surround yourself with passionate, supportive & loving people Laughter, laughter, laughter . . What are your go-to tricks for a strong immune system? . . . #ImmuneSystem #ImmuneSupport #Massage #Chiro #EatWell #EatHealthy #Health #Wellness #Fitness #Rest #Recovery #HealthyLiving #FluSeason #FluFighters #ImmuneBoost #ImmuneBoosters #Immunity #Sleep #SleepWell #MassageTherapy #Ottawa #OttawaRMT #HealthyOttawa #BarefootRMT See more

Happy September! . . Fall is my most favourite time of year and I have some exciting things planned for the next little while- stay tuned! .... . Is there anything you want to see or learn about through me and my page? Let me know in the comments or shoot me a message! . . #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #PostNatalSpecialist #PostNatalRehab #PostPartum #PostPartumRehab #OttawaRMT #Autumn #Fall #September #Selfie #Health #Wellness #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more

Who else can relate?! . . Have a great weekend, everyone! .... . #Piriformis #PiriformisSyndrome #Muscles #MuscleHumour #Anatomy #AnatomyHumour #MassageTherapy #MassageTherapist #MassageTherapyHumour #AnatomyJokes #MuscleJokes #Glutes #WeekendVibes #TGIF #Friday #OttawaRMT #Ottawa #BarefootRMT See more