Massage Therapy – Start Feeling Better Today

YES, massage therapy by a registered massage therapist is covered by insurance and benefit plans. Ensure your massage therapist is a member of the Massage Therapist Association of Saskatchewan as they have the most insurance coverage including WCB and SGI.

You can find highly experienced registered massage therapists at HealthWorks. We are centrally located in Regina so easily accessible from all areas of Regina.

Choosing the right massage therapist is very important. When looking for a massage therapist ask them how many years of experience they have, have they worked with problem you are having before and how often, are they registered with the Massage Therapist Association of Saskatchewan, and do they practice in a professional clinic like HealthWorks?

For your massage therapy appointment, just come as you are. You may wear something comfortable, but we have gowns and shorts available for you to change into. You really don’t have to worry about what you are wearing when you come for your massage therapy treatment at HealthWorks. We have you covered!

Massage therapy can be very effective for stress and anxiety. The Mayo Clinic reports that massage therapy alleviates anxiety by decreasing cortisol, boosting serotonin, and triggering the body’s relaxation response. Getting regular massage treatments can significantly reduce anxiety and improve sleep quality.

Massage has emotional benefits that are just as valuable as the physical ones. Many people feel more relaxed and calm after a session. It also provides a safe, comfortable space to refocus and clear your mind.

Regular relaxation massage therapy can help reduce stress by calming the nervous system and lowering blood pressure. Massage can also be used to ease muscle pain and stiffness, strengthen the immune system and boost overall health and wellness. Therapeutic massage can treat specific conditions, such as arthritis, sciatica, sports injuries, as well as chronic pain.

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This depends on the issue that you’re addressing. If it’s stress, then a relaxation massage can be helpful every few weeks or once a month. If you’re dealing with a sports injury or chronic pain, then a therapeutic or myofascial release massage a few times a week can promote faster healing and comfort. Our registered massage therapists in Regina can recommend a treatment plan for massage frequency and duration of massage to suit your condition.

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Your initial visit will include the completion and review of a confidential patient history form. Your massage therapist will discuss any injuries or medical conditions with you before the session begins. You may feel a degree of discomfort on tense areas or with deep tissue massage and myofascial release treatment. Your therapist will check with you that the level of pressure is comfortable for you.

Regular massage can help sciatica pain by relaxing tight trunk, core, and lower back muscles to ease pressure on the sciatic nerve. Massage also promotes the circulation of blood, oxygen, and other nutrients to the sore area to promote healing.

Using massage for back pain is a safe and effective way to ease symptoms. According to Web MD, this study reported that “after 10 weeks, participants in both massage groups [said they had] greater average improvements in pain and functioning compared to those in the usual care group.”

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