For Your Health Massage Therapy
22 Spring Creek Drive unit 1 L8B 1V7 Waterdown, ON, Canada

A big huge shoutout to our friends and neighbours at @barkingironbarbershop for hooking us up tonight with salt for our entrance way! With the ice rink that’s out there, we needed to get some salt- stat.... and Julian took care of us! How awesome is Waterdown!? Best community! Don’t forget to check out these amazing people once the world gets back to some normalcy.

Since massage therapy is Regulated Health Care, we are allowed to remain open. However, our screenings have been modified. Please be sure to read over carefully while filling out your prescreen form 24 hours prior to your appointment. If you have questions about the form, please contact us to do a risk assessment over the phone. We are in this together and will continue to do our part to keep the clinic a safe space. We also want to mention how appreciative we are to our patients for doing your part! Thank you!

Life is about making good choices ... for example, pay attention when trying to apply hand sanitizer. This could of been real bad!! . #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #shouldntkeepthemsidebyside #phew #closecall

Having equal levels of protection with medical masks has been a priority of ours since opening up back in July. The only issue, was we were having a difficult time finding medical masks that could fit our little patients.... until now! We are happy to say we are now equipped with disposable surgical level 2 masks for the kiddos that need their massage therapy. Our model Nash showing off the great fit! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #medicalmasksforthekiddos

Anyone else get excited for disinfectant product orders? No? Just us?? #preempt #keepingitclean #approveddisinfectants #foryourhealth #findyourhealth @preemptdisinfectants

As we move into 2021, Megan and I wanted to wish you all a safe and Happy New Year. As we have all seen, the cases in Ontario are on a steady incline and we have to be as safe and smart as we can regarding decisions for our clinic. As Regulated Health Care Providers, we are allowed to work during this lockdown. However, it has been made very clear by our governing body that in order to provide Massage Therapy, the BENEFIT OF TREATMENT MUST OUTWEIGH THE RISK. We are tak...ing this very seriously. * * Please note, we have updated our prescreen form to include that gatherings with those outside of your household WITHOUT PROPER PPE, within the past 14 days is seen as a risk and we will need to reschedule your appointment. This is a modification while we are in the current lockdown. We ask for full transparency through this time as we do all we can to help prevent the spread of covid-19 and any cold/flu or virus. On top of this, we will continue to keep up with our cleaning protocols. * * Thank you for working with us to create a safe environment for us, our families, your families and the patients in after you and their families. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #workingtogether #newprotocols See more

We wish you all a safe and happy holiday season !

The perfect snow fall setting for a massage. Happy Tuesday everyone !! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth

Views from our front door #clinicviews #foryourhealth #decembersunsets

Proper use of disinfectants is key! At our clinic, we first wipe down all surfaces between patients with soap and water to create a clean surface before we disinfect. Once dried, we apply our disinfectant to all surfaces (not just heavily touched surfaces) for the proper set time. Proper set time is extremely important!! This is why we set aside 30 minutes with no exceptions between patients. Creating a properly disinfected space is extremely important to us! #thetimeisnow #importanttoreadlabels #besureallsurfacesareproperlycleanedanddisinfected #patience #foryourhealth #findyourhealth

Medical masks are mandatory for all Registered Massage Therapists in Ontario. All patients are mandated as well to wear a mask as well during their treatment, however, the type of mask doesn’t matter. At our clinic, we decided to take it a step further and provide each client with a new medical mask to be worn for their treatment. Having equal levels of protection is an important component in keeping our clinic a space safe! #safespace #safetherapy #foryourhealth #findyourhealth

Today we received a very kind compliment from a returning patient (first treatment since the pandemic). After their massage today, they complimented all we are doing to keep our clinic space safe, and told us they only returned for massage therapy knowing all our protocols. There is a lot of cleaning, a lot of extra time spent preparing the treatment space and a lot of added costs, but we are SO PROUD of how we are following all protocols to keep the space safe for you and for ourselves. We were so humbled by the compliment. . So THANK YOU for noticing all we do. It means so much :)

Thanks @clinic.sense for the simply important posts. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #justbreathe

Hepafilters!! Keeping it as safe as possible in 2020 times !

#foryourhealth #findyourhealth

Cozy clinic on the snowy days #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #snowdays #staysafeandwarm

At our clinic, not only will your RMT be wearing a medical mask, but we also provide you with a medical mask to wear for your massage therapy treatment. This photo is a gentle reminder on how to wear a medical mask for it to be the most effective. The masks must be worn for the entire duration of your time in the clinic. Thank you to our patients for working with us to keep our clinic space safe!

#selfcareisnotselfish #foryourhealth #stressandanxietyreduction #massagetherapy

Please don’t forget to fill out your covid pre-screen at least 24 hours prior to your massage therapy appointment. You will find this link attached reminder email or reminder text that will be sent out 48 hours before your appointment. If you do not fill this out, we will attempt to contact you with a phone call or text message to be completed. If we are unable to reach you, please know we have the right to cancel the appointment. A second covid-19 screening will be done at the door prior to your appointment with a digital temperature check. #dontforget #wewillkeepbuggingyou #justdoit #pleasejustfillitout #foryourhealth

Check these out!!!!!! We have custom masks :). These were made by our friends at @presstimedesign ! These are super comfortable and breathable and best of all, a way to help support us by wearing these mask while you’re out and about!! $15.00 each .... did you want one?!

ITS NEW MOP HEAD DAY!! Haha, it’s the little things that cause big excitement! Since we mop the floors between each patient, we need to change the mop head pretty often, and it’s always such a treat! Hope you’re having a great start to your Tuesday !!

We’ve been nominated in the Flamborough Review! Please take the time to vote for us and the clinic :) https://www.flamboroughreview.com//subca/massage-therapist

Each table has always been set with freshly laundered linens AND a freshly laundered blanket! Which means any cloth in the room is for YOUR treatment only. From there, all linens are washed with a commercial laundry service. The fun part ? Which blanket will you get ??? Check out some of our fun colours!!

Hi everyone ! It’s been a while since we’ve posted on social media. 2020 has been a year of change, and our clinic has undergone some changes as well. Megan and I are super proud of the new space (now located at 22 Spring Creek Drive, Unit 1), and how perfectly it is set up to handle the new mandates associated with massage therapy and the COVID-19 protocols. Providing a safe and clean space is a huge priority for us, but we are extremely focused on providing effective therapy as we navigate our way through the new normal. Thank you to all our patients who continue to work with us, and for all your support through these times. We are so happy to be back! - Meredith de Jonge, RMT

Reminder once again on what to expect at your next massage therapy appointment. Please know we will also added more information in our Instagram stories. Go check them out!

Thank you everyone for your patience with our clinic. As you know we had to shut down our location at 37 Main Street South permanently. However, as one door closes, another one is bound to open!! So.......For Your Health is happy to announce that we have found a new home :). It’s a much smaller location with Meredith de Jonge, RMT and Megan Griffiths, RMT available for massage therapy services. Stay tuned for more details !

Here is a summarized chart on the expectations of how massage therapy will proceed once we feel safe to do so. Please be prepared for the changes that we implement to keep your safety and our safety at the highest priority. Massage therapy may look different, but we pride ourselves in always providing the optimal care.

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#isolationtips from Meredith: Finding an activity that is relaxing is truly important through this time of isolation. My son is really into Kinect sand, and I’ve recently enjoyed the relaxation component of it. So while he plays and goes crazy, I find myself also playing but slowing it down. Have you found something to calm yourself ? De stress? Relax? You may find it in places you’d least expect, but be sure to take that time for yourself! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #kinectsand #relaxation

#isolationtips from Jacqueline: Take advantage of the beautiful parks and trails our area has to offer. I went on a hike through Bronte Provincial Park this weekend and it was free to access the park. All amenities are closed but they have many trails to follow Enjoy! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #provincialparks #keepyourdistance

#isolationtips from Megan: Because there are no rules during isolation: eating butter chicken while my feet are in a purple kiddie pool! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #norules #dowhatmakesyouhappy

#isolationtips from Michelle: I love to smudge (aka burning sage or palo santo) in my space. There are said to be many benefits to smudging ranging from its antimicrobial properties, releasing stress, helping improve quality of sleep, and boosting your mood. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #sagesmudge #moodbooster

#isolationtips from Barb: Back to baking while isolating! Very Healthy Carrot Muffins ... This is the recipe i use. Wet ingredients: 1 cup shredded carrots 1/2 non dairy milk 1/4 cup maple syrup 1/4 cup applesauce 1/4 cup olive oil (you can omit this) 2 Flax eggs (1 flax egg= 1 tbsp ground flax seed+2 tbspn water, let stand for 5 minutes) 1 tbspn apple cider vinegar Dry ingredients: 1 cup oat flour 1 cup quick oats 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4- 1/2 cup walnuts (optional) 1/4- 1/2 cup raisens 1. Mix wet ingredients together. 2. Mix dry ingredients together. 3. Mix dry and wet ingredients together 4. Bake at 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes Note- i bake mine for about 25min because my thats what works best for my oven and then they still finish baking when they come out. ENJOY! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #carrotmuffins #baking

#isolationtips from Meredith: Last night I decided to go for a solo walk around the neighbourhood. I do this often. It’s a great way during isolation to get some ‘me’ time and get fresh air. The weather has been very kind to us the last few days! Being in the house can give us a feeling of being tied down, but try to remember we are not ! And we still have the world out there, just have to approach it differently! Keep your distance, but take in each step along the way! Enjoy the little things and take the time out for yourself ! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #solowalks #keepingyourdistance

#isolationtips from Aleks: As we’ve all been snacking more at home I wanted to make something sweet and a bit filling. 1 1/2 cups of oats, 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/3 cup maple syrup, 1/3 cup chocolate chips. Combine, roll into balls and cool in fridge. So yummy! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #homebaking #healthysnacking

#isolationtips from Jacqueline: Exercising regularly is good for your overall health and increases endorphins, the feel-good hormone. Don't forget your water!... #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #exerciseregularly #dontforgetwater

As the government slowly reopens, we want you to know our clinic (and all Registered Massage Therapists and Osteopaths) will be staying closed. We are waiting on information from the government and our governing boards on when it is safe to reopen. In the mean time we are cancelling all appointments until June 2, 2020. We hope to see you soon!

#isolationtips from Michelle: A little self care on this wonderful Monday?...Tuesday?? I don’t know about everyone else but half the time I can’t keep track of what day of the week it is! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #selfcare #keepingtrackofdays

#isolationtip from Meredith: We’ve been looking for new ideas for all our meals (since I feel like it’s all I do lately! Lol). Pancakes are a huge hit in our house, but today we took some inspiration from a friend on Facebook who made mini pancakes for her daughter. Today we gave it a try and had my son help! We made plain, cinnamon, and chocolate chip! Finding inspiration to try new things is a great way to get you through the isolation :). Whether it’s a simple google search, Pinterest board, a suggestion from a friend, or like us - through Facebook! Find the inspiration and try something new and fun!!! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #inspiration #trysomethingnew

#isolationtips from Crystal: Changing up my routine... I am lucky enough to be walking distance to a couple of grocery stores and only need to buy for 2 of us. I decided to walk over today and it helped add a little pep in my step! I know most of us here at FYH have mentioned the importance of getting outside and taking in fresh air. I’m just making sure you guys know just how important we feel it is #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #freshair #changeuproutine

#isolationtips from Jacqueline: Gardening during isolation is a great way to improve your mental health. If you have a space outdoors to garden you can soak up some vitamin D from the sun while getting some fresh air and digging in the soil to connect you with nature. However if you don't have an outdoor space then indoor plants can also improve your health not only by giving you some natural beauty to look at but also by boosting oxygen levels. Gardening is a very relaxing ...activity and it's something you can include your children in if your searching for something to occupy them with during this time at home. My kids enjoyed helping me while taking breaks to ride their bikes. Happy gardening everyone, stay safe. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #gardening #vitaminD

There is only one week left to buy a shirt and support our clinic! Thanks to our friends at @presstimedesign for creating this campaign and helping out small businesses!!! Go to www.sorrywereclosed2020.com to purchase a shirt! Click on shop then scroll to waterdown to find our design. Proceeds will be donated to our clinic from each shirt sale to help with the costs accumulated by being closed. We are so thankful for your support !!! #oneweekleft #supportlocal #supportsmallbusiness #foryourhealth #youlllooksupercool

#isolationtips from Megan: Sometimes you just have to find the joy and have a full blown, authentic belly laugh. Smile everyone !! #foryourhealth #foryourhealth #justlaugh #authenticlaugh

#isolationtips from Michelle: My hiking partner and I are pretty happy that some of the local trails are opening back up! Waterdown and the Hamilton area has some really beautiful trails to offer. Getting out and hitting the trails is a great way for some me time or time with the family. All while social distancing of course! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #safehiking #socialdistancinghiking #metime

#isolationtips from Crystal: Celebrate the small victories! This is my empty laundry hamper.... dryer is empty, baskets are empty.... what is this feeling?!? Do your happy dance when something is crossed off your list #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #smallvictories #happydance

#isolationtips from Barb: Going out for a walk is a great way to get some fresh air and simple exercise. I like to change it up once and a while with adding some walking lunges! Give it a try next time you’re out for a walk! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #walks #walkinglunges

#isolationtips from Jacqueline: The glute bridge exercise is a great way to strengthen your gluteal muscles and it does not require any equipment so it is perfect to do at home during isolation. Stay safe & healthy everyone. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #glutebridge #athomeexercise

#isolationtips from Meredith: Happy Mother’s Day to all the moms out there and maternal people in our lives !! For the past three years on this day, our clinic offered ‘Mommy and Me’ massages. This was where we offered 30 minute massages for moms and the ones who call them mom! We treated them both in the same room, with two Registered Massage Therapists. We felt this was a great way to introduce your little ones to all the benefits of massage therapy ! Since this ...year we are unable to do this, we thought this was a great way to talk to your little ones in your lives about massage therapy. Massage therapy can be a gentle touch to help alleviate stress, anxiety and tension. We always adjust pressures to suite our clients whether young or old! With our current situation, our little ones may be having a hard time, and massage therapy can help to decrease tension, decrease stress and increase relaxation. Talking to your kiddos about what you like about Massage is a great way for them to feel more comfortable for an upcoming appointment. So open the dialogue and we hope to treat some of your little ones when it is safe to open our doors again! If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out (at no charge) on how to open the dialogue and what key points to discuss! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #openthedialogue #childrenmassage

What an awesome initiative! We would be ever so grateful for the support https://www.instagram.com/p/B_8B57cAk8a/?igshid=wgzqayocjevs

#isolationtips from Barb: It's amazing how small things can brighten up your day Came across these writings at a school I walked by today. Keep smiling, keep moving, stay strong and don't forget about the little things in life. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #keepsmiling #sidewalkchalk

#isolationtips from Crystal: Feel like you’re cooking 357 meals a week? I’ve never enjoyed cooking, I just do it to survive. Now that I have extra time, it’s been fun diving into new recipes and expanding our taste buds #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #enjoyingthetime #divingintonewthings

#isolationtips from Michelle: Dry brushing is a great way to treat yourself! This practice is gentle enough that you can do this every day. Enjoy! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #drybrushing #increasecirculation

#isolationtips from Megan: I decided to go through boxes of books, and other items that were gathering dust in my closet. This is a task I’ve been putting off since I moved here, which is a little over three years ago. And was also the monster I’d wanted to tackle when I knew I was going to be off work for an extended period of time. It’s only taken 51 days to convince myself to do it, but my spring cleaning is finally under way. Whether you’ve been able to get to your proj...ects or not, I hope you’re practising self-love and compassion for wherever your mental health is at these days. PS. These were just the first of about 20 boxes. By the time I got them all out and organized, it looked like a used book/ junk store exploded over my bedroom. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #organizing #gettingtothoseprojects

#isolationtips from Michelle: Thread the needle! This stretch will help open the back of your shoulders and stretch the muscles between your shoulder blade and spine. Take a big inhale on the reach up and exhale as you thread the needle. Hold for 30 seconds per side. Repeat as many times you would like. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #threadtheneedle #stretch

#isolariontips from Jacqueline: Vitamin D, "the sunshine vitamin" is very important for our bodies. Soak up the sun while it's here!, while practicing proper social distancing! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #soakupthesun #vitamind

#isolationtips from Meredith: This is a great time to try and learn something new! I have been practicing some hockey stick handling while playing outside with my son. It’s good to be active and try new things :). My son even took off his training wheels and learned how to ride a two wheeler. In this time, we have patience on our side and we need to use it to our advantage. So take the time to learn something new even if it takes a few tries, remember to practice patience and try again :) #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #practicepatience #trynewthingseveryday

#isolationtips from Michelle : This exercise is called the dead bug. It’s a great exercise for your core! To perform this you’ll lay down on your back. Raise your arms & legs straight up above you ( I like to hold a foam roller/exercise ball in between my hands and feet to keep my limbs in proper position). Lower your opposite arm & opposite legs towards the ground. Make sure during this you keep your core engaged-belly button to spine, lower back to the ground and don’t let those ribs flare out. Start at 8-10 reps and increase as necessary #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #deadbug #core

#isolationtips from Aleks: Focusing on being grateful everyday for at least one thing. Today I’m grateful for the outdoors and that I can still do the things I love like this. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #grateful #thingsyoulove

#isolationtips from Jacqueline: Stretching the hamstrings will help to keep the muscles loose and flexible, which will improve posture, increase flexibility, and prevent lower back pain. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #hamstringstretches #increasemobilityandflexibility

#isolationtips from Crystal: Knowledge is power! I am keeping sharp and diving into some online courses. What have you always wanted to learn about? No better time then now to take a leap and learn something new. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #learnsomethingnew #nobettertimethannow

#isolationtips from Barb: Found this gem on my morning walk . Look for the little things that make you happy! #keepmoving#foryourhealth#osteopathy#massagetherapy#waterdown#joesamspark

#isolationtips from Michelle: The cat/cow stretch is one of my favourites! It’s a great way to bring movement into your spine. Starting on all fours in a neutral position-take a deep breath in. On the exhale arch your back (like a cat). On your inhale reverse the movement and drop your belly button towards the ground and look up (cow). Go slowly and mindfully through this movement. Go with the flow of your breath. Repeat as many times as you’d like! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #cat/cow #stretch

#isolationtips from Meredith: Soccer is my sport!!! And this is such a good time to break out the soccer ball and freshen up my old skills. I’ve been having fun teaching my little guy the fundamentals and can’t believe how happy it makes me to talk about something I love and share it with someone else. So use this time to remember the things that make you happy! And embrace them !! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #soccer #thingsthatmakeyouhappy

#isolationtips from Jacqueline: Daily cardio is an excellent way to increase circulation throughout your body. Your goal should be to increase your heart rate to about 75% of your maximum heart rate. You can calculate your maximum heart rate by subtracting your age from 220.... #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #cardio #increasedheartrate

Hey guys!!! We just wanted to come on here and send out a HUGE thank you for all of those who have purchased a t-shirt to HELP our small business at this time! We are forever grateful . If you haven’t yet, our friends over at @presstimedesign came up with a campaign to support small businesses who had to shut their doors due to Covid-19. All the proceeds of our shirt sale goes to help our business! The support means so much to us right now ! Just go to www.sorrywereclosed2020.com, click on shop and then search for us under waterdown. Not only will you look SUPER COOL wearing the shirt, but you’ll know you helped us during this difficult time ! #thankyou #supportlocal #waterdownstrong #tellyourfriends #bestshirtever

#isolationtips from Aleks: Despite being stuck inside, isolation might be a good time to start a new hobby or pick up an old one. Baking is delicious and helps to keep my massage hands strong! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #newhobby #baking

#isolationtips from Crystal: Don’t be hard on yourself for having an off day. It is natural to experience the highs and lows during this bizarre time in our lives. When I have one of those moments or days, I allow myself to enjoy my coffee in bed and be one with myself and reflect. Sometimes I remind myself of all the blessings and good in my life, sometimes it’s mentally preparing my plan of attack. Be kind to yourself #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #bekindtoyourself #mentalpreparedness

#isolationtips from Meredith : Being away from immediate family has certainly been difficult. Last night my family came together to wish my mom a happy birthday over video chat ! It was a lot of fun! My Aunt even arranged a ‘quiz’ for us all to do! Even though we weren’t there together in person, it was great to bring family together from all over Ontario! Couldn’t do that in person ;)!! So make the time for these video chats and connect to your loved ones. Doesn’t have to be a special occasion!! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #zoommeeting #makingfamilytime

#isolationtips from Jacqueline: Increasing circulation, strength and stability for the ankles. Please perform the ankle ABCs seated instead of standing. I was only standing so I could perform all aspects of my video for you all to see.... #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #anklemobilty

#isolationtips from Aleks : As someone who is a big planner in life this isolation without routine hasn’t been easy. I’ve started to make a list of the first things I would like to do when it’s over, as a little goal to look forward to. #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #makinglists #lookingforward

#isolationtips from Michelle I’ve started this book that last all about Earthing/Grounding in today’s world (especially now) we all spend a lot of time indoors. When we do go outdoors we usually wear shoes. There’s a disconnect between ourselves and the earth. Try stepping into your backyard barefoot! When we make direct contact with the surface of the earth, our bodies receive a charge of energy that can helps us feel better. This has been proven to help with energy levels, improve sleep and even help aid in pain relief due to chronic inflammation! #foryourhealth #findyourhealth #reading #energy