Which Massage Therapy Treatment Is Right For Me? How To Choose Your Massage
You’re in pain, and you know you need a massage. You probably know there are a few different types of massage, but do you know how to choose your massage therapy treatment, or the differences between massages? You might be wondering, what’s the difference between a therapeutic massage and a relaxation massage? Or how do I know if I book a deep tissue massage or a sports massage?
When it comes to booking your massage, you’re going to have questions - and we’re here to help!
Which Issues Can Massage Therapy Help?
While massage therapy is excellent for the sore muscles, there are a multitude of hidden benefits that you may not know about receiving regular massage therapy.
Muscle aches and pains
Massage can be a lifesaver when it comes to dealing with chronic pain. If you’ve suffered from chronic pain, you understand the absolute agony it can be to have constant muscle aches and pains. We will assess you and help you ease your pain through regular massage therapy.
Tension and overall stresses
We tend to carry tension in our muscles. Whether we realize it or not, our muscles will physically hold the mental stresses we’re carrying. We actually hold ourselves more tensely when we’re stressed or worried! By massaging out those tense muscles, you can actually help to relieve mental or emotional stresses as well - which in turn helps to keep your muscles and joints healthy!
Menstrual cramps and migraines
If you suffer from either menstrual cramps or migraines, you know how debilitating those can be. Massage therapy can have a similar effect on both of these conditions - massage therapy improves blood flow. This can help to aid with period pains, and to help to provide more blood flow to your brain - lessening the severity of migraines!
How Many Different Massage Therapy Techniques Are There?
There are many different types of massage therapy, and each one varies in its technique and results. Here at Why Knot Massage & Wellness, we offer the following types of massage techniques:
A therapeutic massage is very light and introductory and designed for those who are experiencing mild to moderate body pains.
A treatment massage follows a specialized plan designed to target your body’s pain points and alleviate your pain.
Trigger Point Therapy & Release
Trigger point therapy and release is a massage technique designed to target problematic areas causing chronic pain or localized muscle injuries.
A pregnancy massage is designed to help alleviate the symptoms of pregnancy, especially those found in the third trimester.
Deep tissue massage is a great option for those who are experiencing chronic muscle pain. Deep tissue massage is a bit more thorough than a relaxation massage.
Swedish massage is a gentle full-body massage that’s best for people who are newer to massage, are sensitive to the touch, or have a lot of muscle tension.
A relaxation massage is just that! A massage designed entirely for you to relax, from head to toe.
If you’re active and repetitively use your muscles during sports and workouts, it’s recommended to get regular sports massages to proactively treat for any potential sprains or injuries.
Hot stone massage is similar to a Swedish massage, but incorporates hot stones in addition to their hands to ease muscle tension.
Myofascial Mobilization & Release
Myofascial mobilization and release is a specialized massage therapy treatment that involves lengthening the muscles to improve function of the muscle tissue.
How to Choose Your Massage
Your best bet to choose your massage is to call our clinic and request a consultation with one of our registered massage therapists. No two injuries or ailments are the same, nor should they be treated the same. Our team is fully trained to do an assessment of you, your history with chronic pain, or experiences with acute pain, and to make the best decision to create a fully customized massage therapy treatment plan.
Contact Us For Your Calgary Massage
If you’re looking to book any of the above massages in Calgary, you can book your massage online, or come in to see us. We’re open from 9am - 9pm, 7 days a week. Not sure which massage is right for you? Contact us, and we’ll be happy to do an initial assessment and consultation and create your customized plan!