Body Maintenance Massage
157 High Street Sutton, ON, Canada

Hope you all had a good Easter weekend even though it looked different than we would have liked. I hope all the littles in your lives felt the magical fun of an Easter egg hunt and the love of their families. I hope you’re able to find joy in the little things and have some laughs, like how Snapchat doesn’t recognize a PPE’d RMT but will recognize the muscle chart! I also hope you’re all taking care of yourselves and staying safe and healthy. See you soon,... Body Maintenance Massage #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #yoga #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newsuttonoffice #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #brandnewhvacsystem #mask #n95 #hepafilterairpurifier #seeyousoon #warmerdaysahead See more

Body Maintenance Garden Spring has started with gorgeous weather so far and I can’t help but feel excited! Excited for the warm weather, excited to see all the plant life starting to get back to their glorious colours. Excited to see the flowers and take in the sights and smells of my favourite time of year. Continuing to find joy in the little things while navigating this global pandemic and the changes it’s brought to my personal and professional lives. This year will be ...the first year for the Body Maintenance Garden and I’m super excited to bring my visions to reality and spruce up and use the outside of the office. What are some of your favourite exciting things about this time of year? #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #yoga #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newsuttonoffice #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #brandnewhvacsystem #mask #n95 #hepafilterairpurifier #seeyousoon #warmerdaysahead

Muscle Monday Let’s chat about the Quadratus Lumborum muscle The Quadratus Lumborum is in the lower back and sits in between the posterior ilium (sometimes referred to as the hip bone) up to the transverse processes of the lumbar (low) spine and the inferior border of the 12th (last) rib. The Quadratus Lumborum is commonly known as the hip hiker muscle because of its capacity to laterally tilt/elevate the hip. It also stabilizes the pelvis, lumbar spinal joints and the 1...2th rib which is important during abdominal (belly) breaths. Trigger points in the QL can be responsible for major back pain and even give off Sciatic type symptoms. Action: Elevates the same side pelvis Laterally flexes the lower lumbar spine to the same side Extends the lumber spine Origin: Posterior Iliac crest Insertion: Medial 1/2 of the inferior border of the 12th rib and the transverse processes of L-1-L4 Stretch: There are different ways to stretch your QLs (and other muscles in that area) but here are two of my favourites 1. Childs pose from yoga with added hand walking to each side 2. Seated in a chair you raise the arm up overhead on the side you’d like to stretch and reach up and over towards the opposite side, leaning your upper body to that opposite side. You can use your opposite hand/arm to stabilize yourself Hold each stretch for 30 seconds, 3 times on each side #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newsuttonoffice #nowopen #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #mask #n95 #hepafilterairpurifier #seeyousoon #warmerdaysahead #lakesimcoe

First COVID-19 vaccine shot DONE! Feeling very thankful to be High Priority Health Care. Looking forward to the next one! #igotmyvaccineinyr #vaccinated #moderna #firstshotdone #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #yoga #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newsuttonoffice #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #brandnewhvacsystem #mask #n95 #hepafilterairpurifier #seeyousoon #warmerdaysahead

Muscle Monday Let’s take a look at the Levator Scapula muscle Levator Scapula is located along the lateral and posterior sides of the neck. It’s inferior portion is deep to the upper Trapezius muscle; however, as it ascends the lateral side of the neck, its fibers come out from under the trapezius and becomes superficial. It’s belly is approximately two fingers wide with fibers that naturally twist around themselves. The Levator Scapula attaches to the transverse process...es of the cervical vertebrae. Located on the lateral side of the neck, all of these small protuberances extend laterally at approximately the same width, except for the processes of C1 which are broader. Trigger points or knots and tightness in this muscle can refer up into the head causing headaches. This muscle is very well used in activities of daily living, driving, computer, etc, and is in the area that is most commonly referred to by Clients as The area where I hold my stress/tension Action: Unilaterally elevates the scapula Downwardly rotates the scapula Laterally flex the head and neck Rotate the head and neck to the same side Origin: Transverse processes of 1-4 cervical vertebrae Insertion: Medial border of scapula, between superior angle and superior portion of the spine of the scapula Stretch: Sit up in a chair nice and tall and grab the side of the seat with one hand to anchor yourself. Next bring the opposite side ear towards that opposite shoulder. Then rotate your head down towards that opposite armpit, like you’re trying to sniff that armpit. Hold for 30+ seconds, 3 times on each side #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newsuttonoffice #nowopen #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #mask #n95 #hepafilterairpurifier #seeyousoon #warmerdaysahead #lakesimcoe Dickies Mark's See more

This Holiday Season has been very different for a lot of people. Hope you’ve all had a good day and that even though this year has been tough, that you’re all looking forward to really Connecting with your Loved Ones and Friends in person at future Christmas/Festive Celebrations. Stay Safe and Healthy #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newoffice #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #newfurnace #newductwork #newac #hepafilterairpurifier #covidsafe #mask #n95 #fulldisinfectbetweenappointments #christmas #merrychristmas #happyholidays

Gift Certificates Available! Looking for a last minute Gift Idea? Give the gift their body needs! Complimentary Porch Drop Offs in Georgina happening Today and Tomorrow! Wishing you all Health and Safety this Holiday Season ... #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #newfurnace #newductwork #newac #hepafilterairpurifier #covidsafe #mask #n95 #giftcertificate #giftideas

Tune Tuesday from the Treatment Room Playlist The Spotify Christmas Peaceful Piano Playlist is a favourite this time of year. Christmas Tunes without the vocals are great Festive Massage Music! Do you have a Spotify Playlist you’d like to listen to during your Massage? Send it over the day of your Massage and we can set that up. ... Stay Safe and Healthy #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #open #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #newfurnace #newductwork #newac #hepafilterairpurifier #covidsafe #mask #n95 #spotify

York Region Lockdown As York Region moves into the Lockdown on Monday that was announced yesterday Registered Massage Therapists are able to continue providing services following the same upgraded policies and procedures we’re currently using. As always I ask you to please reschedule if you’re not feeling well or have possibly been exposed to COVID-19.... Stay safe and stay healthy #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #newfurnace #newductwork #hepafilterairpurifier #covidsafe #mask #n95 #fulldisinfectbetweenappointments

Here’s a Tune for your snowy Tuesday. This song isn’t on the Treatment Room Playlist but it is one of my favourite songs written by a dear friend of mine. I think this song has even more meaning these days as we head into the Holiday Season that looks different this year in our COVID-19 world. Stay safe, stay healthy #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newoffice #nowopen #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #newfurnace #newac #newductwork #hepafilterairpurifier #covidsafe #mask #n95 #tunetuesday #fulldisinfectbetweenappointments

Self Care Sunday Registered Massage Therapists are still working during the COVID-19 Pandemic. As Registered Health Care Providers we have policies and procedures that need to be followed to keep our patients and ourselves safe. Here’s a few great informational posters that explain what to expect at your Registered Massage Therapy appointments in a COVID-19 world. Stay safe and healthy... #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #newoffice #nowopen #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #newfurnace #newac #newductwork #hepafilterairpurifier #covidsafe #mask #n95 #fulldisinfectbetweenappointments

Still need a pumpkin? Stop by the new office tomorrow where Century 21 TeamWei.ca is hosting a FREE drive thru pumpkin giveaway!

Here’s a Funny for your Friday! Makeup, no longer matters in 2020...

Stopped by the New Office tonight and am very happy to see how great it’s all looking! Office looks amazing, landscaping looks great, accessibility ramp is up, parking spaces are painted and the interlock is started! Now to finish all the little details to get us up and running. Hope you’re all doing great and staying healthy. Looking forward to seeing you soon!... #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #yoga #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #openingsoon #completelygutted #brandneweverything

Throwback Thursday to the first day I tried on these amazing short sleeved gowns that Amelia Yvonne Musselman from Amelia Yvonne Seamstress made custom to wear over my scrubs at work and are changed and laundered for every client. I explained what I was looking for and she made me exactly what I wanted and they fit perfectly. Thanks again, I absolutely love them! #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #renovations #brandneweverything #newfurnace #newductwork #newac #fulldisinfectbetweenappointments #covidsafe #mask #n95 #gowns #custom #ameliayvonneseamstress #perfect #thankful

NOW OPEN IN SUTTON ONTARIO! Body Maintenance Massage (RMT) Here’s a Tour and a little Tune from the Treatment Room Playlist on this chilly Tuesday morning #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #open #renovations #completelygutted #brandneweverything #covidsafe #mask #n95

ReOpening Announcement Body Maintenance Massage will ReOpen at the new Sutton location on November 1, 2020! More details will be announced in the coming weeks. Looking forward to seeing you all and getting back to helping you with your Body Maintenance. Please note, new policies and procedures will be in place, including but not limited to, updated Client screening, mandatory masks for RMT and Clients during entire appointments, reduced hours, reduced appointment caseload... per day/week, and longer breaks in between appointments to facilitate deep cleaning, disinfecting, etc. Body Maintenance Massage will also continue to closely watch Local Numbers and follow any future instruction from the Ministry Of Health. Let’s get back to working together in the safest way possible. See you soon, #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #yoga #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon See more

With numbers on the rise I wanted to give out some Facts on this Friday. Did you know that Cleaning and Disinfecting are not the same thing? Cleaning refers to the cleanliness of something, whether it looks clean or not and is usually a quick process.... Disinfecting refers to the kill/removal of the bacteria/virus invisible to the naked eye which takes 10 Minutes of being wet with an approved solution to facilitate a true disinfecting. The Ministry Of Health/Canadian Government has put out a list of disinfectants that have been scientifically proven to be successful. Here is the link where you can view the Entire List Of Ministry Of Health Approved Products or search by brand name or DIN number. If a product does not have a DIN number and/or is not on the list it is not an approved product tested to a be true disinfectant. Lysol and other familiar names do have some products on the list that you may already have at home. https://www.canada.ca//d/disinfectants/covid-19/list.html At Body Maintenance Massage we only use products from the Ministry Of Health Approved Product List and do a full disinfecting after every client during the 1 Hour Minimum Break we take in between appointments. Wishing you all health and happiness, Body Maintenance Massage #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #open #completelygutted #brandneweverything #covidsafe #mask #n95 #disinfect

Self Care Sunday Post Courtesy of Sir Toby ToeBean Sometimes we need to stop what we’re doing and take a rest, recharge... Maybe even a little cat nap... #selfcaresunday #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #bodymaintenancemassage #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #yoga #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #rest #recharge #catnap

Here’s a Tune from the Treatment Room Play List on this fine Tuesday evening #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #open #completelygutted #brandneweverything #covidsafe #mask #n95 #tunetuesday

Throw Back Thursday! Did you know that the New Office for Body Maintenance Massage, at 157 Unit F, High Street Sutton Ontario, used to be a Doctors Office?! Feel honoured to soon have the privilege to use the same space to continue to help people. Check out this Throw Back/Before & After picture of the office before the building was completely gutted!... See you soon #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #selfcare #selfmassage #yoga #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #throwbackthursday #before&after #newoffice #openingsoon #completelygutted #neweverything

Beautiful day to have the windows open! Hope you’re all able to enjoy some of it (The blinds are closed for privacy during Massage Therapy Treatments) #massage #massagetherapy #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #stretches #strengthening #exercises #selfcare #selfmassage #bodymaintenancemassage #georgina #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #yorkregion #seeyousoon #newoffice #nowopen #open #completelygutted #brandneweverything #covidsafe #mask #n95

The parking lot is really starting to take shape at the new office! Exciting times! See you soon! #massage #RMT #registeredmassagetherapist #sutton #jacksonspoint #keswick #Georgina #stretches #exercises #strengthening #selfcare #yoga #newoffice #alwaysmoveforward

Stretch for Neck & Shoulder Area A couple stretches for neck & shoulder area #bodymaintenancemassage #stretch #neck #shoulder #massage #rmt #registeredmassagetherapy #sutton #keswick #jacksonspoint #georgina #yoga #homecare

New Office For Body Maintenance Massage Hope you’re all staying healthy, keeping yourselves moving, and have been able to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather we’ve been having this summer. Here is an update on the New Office for Body Maintenance Massage. ... Fell in love with the new unit the first time through the door in late December 2019. It was very much under construction, and the potential was definitely there. At the time it was thought it could possibly be a second location in addition to the Home Based Clinic in Keswick. Now though, in a COVID world, the Home Based Clinic is Staying Closed, and the New Sutton Office will be the ONLY Location for Body Maintenance Massage in Georgina upon its opening. COVID threw all of us a curve ball in some way, and like a lot of peoples pre-COVID plans, there’s been some changes and delays. There is still some construction and finishing touches going on inside and out of the new office, but so happy to show you all some of what has been going on behind the scenes. The new office is at 157, Unit F, High Street, Sutton Ontario, close to the intersection of Dalton Road and High Street, only 10 minutes away from the old Keswick location! Lots of parking, private entrance, bus shelter for YRT access, across from gas stations, close to shopping and restaurants. All of the same services, including Direct Billing to insurance companies, as well as new Health and Safety Policies, will be up and running at the new location when the time is right. Looking forward to seeing you all and will share more details, including the Grand (Re)Opening Date, as they become available. Big thanks to two amazing realtors, Georgina local realtor Wei Hwa at Century 21 TeamWei.ca as well as @laurajeandawe for helping to find and secure this incredible new location! Thank you all for your support, patience, and understanding. Also, to those of you who have reached out, thank you again, it has been truly appreciated. Wishing you all health and happiness, as always. See you soon, Body Maintenance Massage #massage #rmt #registeredmassagetherapist #georgina #sutton #jacksonspoint #keswick #stretches #exercises #selfmassage #yoga #homeworkout #openingsoon @ Keswick, Ontario

View from my morning walk. Overcast, possibly raining in the distance, still gorgeous. How are you keeping yourself moving this summer? #walk #run #yoga #lakedrive #lakesimcoe #georgina #keswick #sutton #keepmoving #bodymaintenancemassage #massage #rmt #exercise #healthy #movementformentalhealth

A couple great stretches for your calf and hip flexors

There’s lots of talk floating around about masks as more and more places are requiring people to wear them. This is a great visual representation of what wearing a mask can do, and it’s explained very well. Wishing you all health and happiness

Body Maintenance Massage Update Thursday May 28, 2020 It was publicly announced yesterday afternoon that more Health Care Practitioners in Ontario are now allowed to start opening their doors, including Registered Massage Therapists. That being said, as clinics begin to gradually open back up Massage Therapy appointments will look different moving forward.... RMTs have certain criteria that has to be met before reopening including online health and safety modules, advanced cleaning and disinfecting protocols, sourcing acquiring and using appropriate PPE, implementing changes in the clinics physical setup and operating practices to accommodate infection control and social distancing, new signage, client screening to clear before every appointment, among other directives to be followed before, during, and after your appointment. RMTs have also been given the choice to remain closed until they are ready to reopen based on their own risk assessment of their current practice, as practice types, physical locations, current local COVID-19 outbreaks, and community risks can vary widely throughout Ontario. At this time RMTs are now able to begin a Gradual Restart Of Services, including but not limited to the following RMTs resume practice gradually because the Directive encourages healthcare providers to limit the number of in-person visits for the safety of healthcare providers and their patients/clients. In the gradual restart of services, RMTs must: -Comply with requirements in the Government of Ontario’s COVID-19 Operational Requirements: Health Sector Restart (May 26, 2020 or as current), including the hierarchy of hazard controls; -Prioritize clients with essential care needs while gradually resuming practice. Treatment is considered essential when the client’s overall health or function would considerably decline if treatment were not provided (i.e. lead to hospitalization or other serious health consequences); -Adhere to the COVID-19 Pandemic - Practice Guidance for Massage Therapists; -Restart Massage Therapy practice gradually, ensuring enough time between appointments to clean and disinfect the practice environment; and -Regularly look for updates on the Ministry of Health’s COVID-19 webpage as the pandemic continues to evolve I take this current Pandemic very seriously and the health and safety of my clients, my family, myself, and my community are my top priority. I am working hard behind the scenes to get to a place where Body Maintenance Massage will be able to begin to gradually open slowly and safely for everyone involved, and in accordance with the new policies and procedures. I will announce the reopening date and more details as they become available in the coming weeks. Wishing you all health and safety and looking forward to seeing you, Jennifer Dawe, RMT

Self Massage For Your Back Using A Tennis Ball & A Wall

Taking care of your #mentalhealth is important, especially during a crisis like #COVID19. It’s normal to worry about yourself and your loved ones, whether it’s... related to health, finances, or your children’s education. Let’s end the stigma! Check out and share the Wellness Together Canada mental health and substance use support portal. This portal includes free tools and resources that help Canadians take care of their mental health and wellbeing during this pandemic. http://ow.ly/iRpE50zwiP1

Saturday April 4, 2020 COVID-19 Update I hope that you are all healthy and safe. These are hard, uncertain times we have found ourselves in and we have all been impacted in some way. I would like to update you all on the ongoing COVID-19 Plan for Body Maintenance Massage. Unfortunately at this point in the COVID-19 Pandemic it is completely impossible for me to say exactly when we will be able to get back to working together, and it saddens me greatly to extend this closure.... As we all move forward together I will keep you updated on any reopening news, and I hope to see you all sooner rather than later. I will also be updating and posting helpful self massage techniques, Body Maintenance care tips, and other helpful information on my Facebook Page Body Maintenance Massage, as well as my Instagram Page BodyMaintenanceMassage.ca, so head over and Like and Follow the FB and Instagram pages if you’re interested in checking it out. As always feel free to reach out to me directly if you have any questions or are looking for some specific Body Maintenance advice. Stay healthy, stay safe, please, if you can, stay home. Jennifer Dawe, RMT Body Maintenance Massage See more

No tickets required for this inspiring concert. Get into The #iHeartLivingRoomConcert hosted by Elton John tonight at 9ET on CP24 and at CP24.com

March 23, 2020 - Mayor Margaret Quirk provides an update on the Town’s response to COVID-19.

The one and only Erin Henderson of Erin Skya Yoga is teaching a free class this morning at 9:30am using Facebook Live! Everyone is welcome to join! Super excited!!!