by Admin Reactive Health | Jun 2, 2021 | Education, Massage, Treatment, Wellness
By Amanda Gallant, Registered Massage Therapist As defined by the PEIMTA (Prince Edward Island Massage Therapy Association), the practice of massage therapy is the assessment of the soft tissue and joints of the body and the treatment and prevention of physical...
by Reactive | Mar 15, 2018 | Lifestyle, Massage, Physiotherapy, Pilates, Wellness, Yoga
It is a common misconception to associate the word flexibility with Gymnasts or Yogi’s. But to put it very simply, flexibility is the ability for your muscles and joints to move fluidly through their intended full range of motion. A very big reason why it is so...
by Reactive | Aug 3, 2016 | Massage, Physiotherapy, Yoga
Get Going Gently When pain in your SI joint flares up, your physiotherapist can bring you relief, but a few moves at home can help, too. It helps to be active, but start slowly, like with a few minutes of walking, swimming, or riding a stationary bike daily if...
by Reactive | Jul 13, 2016 | Massage, Physiotherapy, Wellness
So you or someone you love is pregnant, congratulations! This is an exciting time full of massive changes for the whole family. With pregnancy, the body grows and changes with incredible speed. So while Mom might be happy as can be, she may be experiencing some...
by Reactive | Jun 22, 2016 | Massage, Wellness
Better health is on everyone’s list and cupping is a wonderful technique that can improve your health and provide numerous benefits. One way to think about cupping is that it is the inverse of massage. Rather than applying pressure to muscles, the suction uses...
by Reactive | Feb 22, 2016 | Massage
Sports massage focuses on areas of the body that are over worked, and stressed from repetitive and often overused movements. The benefits: Reduces inflammatory markers that minimizes Delayed onset muscle soreness or ( DOMS) Promotes flexibility and decreases the risk...
