ABOUT MASSAGE THERAPY
Massage therapy is primarily a manual technique focused on manipulating connective tissues within the body (ligaments, joints, fascia, tendons and muscles) as well as joint manipulation and postural education. The purpose(s) may be to break down scar tissue, increase/improve circulation, decrease swelling, improve muscle flexibility, decrease trigger points and improve joint mobility.
MASSAGE THERAPY IN GUELPH, ONTARIO
Registered Massage Therapists (RMT) are trained to assess and treat musculoskeletal and neuromuscular issues using strategies that may include massage (soft tissue manipulation), modalities/equipment, and other therapeutic techniques including Active Release Technique (ART), Acupuncture, Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue Massage, stretching and strengthening exercises as well as education on posture and self-management.
An effective way to deal with rehabilitation and ongoing pain, our massage therapists in Guelph are highly experienced in treating a variety of conditions, such as:
- Headaches
- Migraines
- Nerve entrapments
- Whiplash
- Post-injury rehab
- Carpal tunnel
- Sciatica
- Tension
- Shoulder Pain
- Neck Pain
- Back Pain
- Tendonitis
- Lymph drainage
- Sports injuries and more
CONDITION BASED TREATMENTS
Guelph Rehab Centre boasts some of the most experienced Registered Massage therapists in Guelph and the surrounding areas. Treatments are typically deep tissue, condition based sessions combining techniques such as:
- A.R.T Active Release Techniques
- myofascial release
- trigger point therapy
- joint mobilizations
- medical acupuncture
Guelph Rehab Centre’s Massage Therapists also have the ability to use such modalities as:
- Shockwave Shockwave
- IFC (Interferential Current)
- Therapeutic Ultrasound
- Cold Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) Laser
- Spinal Decompression Spinal Decompression
We also accommodate patients that do not necessarily have a specific issue and instead wish to receive a massage for relaxation, prevention, or maintenance.
Frank DeStefano who is the lead RMT has been in practice in Guelph since 1995 and has spent his career developing his skills to effectively treat neck injuries most notably headaches, migraines and nerve entrapments. He is also the only RMT in Guelph to be full body A.R.T certified as well as having the specialty of Long Tract Nerve Entrapment. His 20+ years of experience being an RMT has allowed him to effectively treat many conditions and be recognized as one of the leading therapists in the area.
Dave Ursomarzo has been in practice since 1995 within the GTA. His expertise is with neuromusculoskeletal issues. Spending approximately 14 years in a Toronto based Rehabilitation Hospital taking on various roles (Lead RMT, Rehab Manager, Rehab Program Development Manager, and Insurance Medical Evaluator). His treatments focused on catastrophic injuries due to work & auto-related accidents and pathophysiological conditions to include, including amputees, spasticity, paraplegia, quadriplegia, cerebral palsy, Parkinson’s, and multiple sclerosis.
MASSAGE THERAPY IN GUELPH, ONTARIO
Guelph Rehab Centre provides massage therapy services for a wide range of symptoms and ailments.
