There are some conditions for which massage is not appropriate. Always tell your massage therapist if you have a medical problem - even a minor one. Also let your primary health practitioner (doctor) know you are receiving massage. Some conditions require close communication between your massage therapist and your doctor or other health care practitioner. YOUR PERSONALIZED PLAN On your first visit, your massage therapist will ask you general health questions and review any referring practitioner's recommendations. Your massage therapist will then assess your problem area to determine the best approach. They will check for restricted or painful movement, gently feeling for tenderness, and looking at your posture. Top of Page...

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Your massage therapist will then decide on a plan that will focus on your problem area(s), along with other areas that may be related. Your therapist may recommend a series of massages. The appropriate frequency, duration and the number of massage sessions for you will depend on your problem, it's severity and how long you've had it, as well as your general heath. INSURANCE COVERAGE Massage therapy is not covered by OHIP, but there are many private insurance companies that do cover it. Many insurance companies require a physician's referral beforehand, so please checkwith your insurance company or human resources department to see the details regarding massage therapy coverage.

SELF CARE TECHNIQUES

Your greatest benefit from massage could be learning ways to release tension or help heal injuries outside of your massage sessions. Your massage therapist may show you relaxing breathing techniques or gentle exercises to increase flexibility and to teach your muscles more efficient movements. Other common techniques you might learn are how to release tension by contracting and releasing muscles, pressing on "trigger points", or using hydrotherapy techniques such as ice or heat.

YOUR MASSAGE THERAPIST

Massage therapists have extensive training that includes massage technique, anatomy and physiology and a knowledge of when massage is and is not appropriate. Massage therapists of Ontario must complete a 2200 hour course at a government approved college including an internship before graduation. They must then pass a thorough exam with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario to receive their registration.

Massage does not replace the need for medical attention or psychological counseling. Massage therapists do not diagnose medical problems.
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