Manual Lymphatic Massage Post Surgery When you think of someone who’s just had surgery, what do you think are the symptoms they typically experience? Maybe you have first hand experience of what it feels like to come out of surgery. I know I do. You have pain, and most likely swelling. One of the worst [...]
Meet Karen Kingsley, registered massage therapist at ALPHA Health Services. Karen brings a wealth of experience, and specialization in Manual Lymphatic Drainage. Read on to learn a bit more about Karen and her practice! Why did you become a Registered Massage Therapist? After I had completed treatment for breast cancer I was trying to figure [...]
Many of you are aware of, suffer, or have suffered through plantar fasciitis at some point in your life. This heel pain can manifest as pain at the bottom of your feet that's worse in the morning, limited range of motion in your feet, or discomfort with walking. Plantar fasciitis can be a result of improper footwear [...]
YES! Massage from a Registered Massage Therapist is beneficial for everyone! Regardless of your age, sex, activity level, pain, presenting symptoms… massage can and will help you! Massagecan be used for relaxation, to reduce muscle tension, or to alleviate the pain stemming from a chronic issue. Massage can also prevent illness and other conditions [...]
