Maintenance Massage Therapy

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”Maintenance Massage is considered part of complementary and alternative medicine. It's increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations. Studies of the benefits of massage demonstrate that it is an effective treatment for reducing stress, pain and muscle tension.” - Mayo Clinic

Adding regular massage sessions to your lifestyle is essential Maintenance massage therapy helps prevent future injury, lowers stress levels, and keeps you tuned up and feeling great.

How often should you get regular massage sessions?

 For high stress jobs and serious athletes, schedule a regular massage session every 1-2 weeks. This will keep you in peak performance and get ahead of any injuries that may be lurking in the background.

 For most people, schedule a 60 or 90 minute regular massage session every 2-4 weeks. This will keep you feeling wonderful and help prevent future injuries.

 If you have a tight budget, save up for a regular massage session every 6-10 weeks. This will still have a major impact on your long term health and help prevent injury.

Making a routine of maintenance massage therapy is like getting a regular oil change for your car. It’s a simple, cost effective, great feeling gift to yourself. It will keep you happy and healthy for years to come.

Tips for Integrating Regular Massage into your Lifestyle

  • Choose a frequency that works within your budget

  • Book regular massage sessions ahead of time so that it's already in the calendar

  • It's easier to book maintenance massage now and have to reschedule later. If something comes up you can reschedule with 24 hours notice.

  • Choose a day of the week and time that will generally work with your schedule