Below
is a list of "Commonly Asked Questions" about Myofasical Release,
massage therapy, and my practice. If you do not see your question or need further
clarification on an answer below, please visit my Contact Information
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information you are seeking.
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2. Where are you located?
3. What are your rates?
4. What are my payment options?
5. Do you have a cancellation policy?
1.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
2.
Are you recognized by insurance/health care plans?
4.
What should I expect during my first visit?
5.
Do you offer any discount programs?
7.
Do you provide treatment for work related accident injuries?
8.
Do you provide treatment for motor vehicle accident injuries?
1.
What is a Myofascial Release treatment like?
3. Who may benefit from Myofascial Release?
4.
Where can I find more information about Myofascial Release?
1.
What is a massage therapy treatment like?
2.
How will I feel after a massage therapy treatment?
4.
Where can I find more information about massage therapy?
| 1. What are your treatment hours? |
Tuesday: 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Friday: 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM
#118
- 2nd Avenue
Strathmore, AB.
T1P 1K1
| 3.
What are your rates? |
| TREATMENT DURATION | RATE |
| 1/2 hour | $40 |
| 1 hour | $65 |
| 1 1/2 hours | $90 |
| *all prices exclude GST | |
We
accept cash, cheque, debit, Mastercard and Visa.
| 5.
Do you have a cancellation policy? |
Yes. Your appointment is confirmed by telephone call the day prior to your
appointment and it is appreciated if the same courtesy is returned. At my
discretion, you will be billed $50.00 for each missed appointment, or
cancellation made less than 24 hours preceding your appointment.
1.
Do I need a doctor's referral?
No,
you do not need a doctor's referral to receive treatment, however, you may need
one for your insurance plan or health benefits. Please contact your insurance
provider or employee benefits to find out what is required.
2. Are you recognized by insurance/health care plans?
Yes, I am recognized by plans that include the health service of Massage Therapy. Please contact your insurance/benefits provider for details on your coverage.
3.
What do your patients wear for treatment?
For the postural assessment and Myofascial Release (MFR) treatment it is suggested that men wear loose shorts and women wear a two-piece bathing suit or a sports bra and loose shorts. Some MFR techniques may be performed seated or standing and this dress code is easier to work with. It also allows the postural assessment and MFR treatment to flow in a smooth and effective manner. A postural assessment is performed at the beginning of each treatment. It involves seeing how the body as a whole rests in space by using the bony structure and soft tissue presentation. This gives me important information that is needed for your treatment. Clients receiving massage therapy will be securely draped throughout the session. Only the area being treated will be undraped. If you are not comfortable with the above clothing suggestion you may wear whatever makes you most at ease.
4.
What should I expect during my first visit?
You will be required to fill out a Health History Form. You will then be asked questions concerning any presenting conditions, medications and past or present injuries and/or surgeries. Certain assessments and tests may be performed to obtain more information regarding your presenting complaint.
5.
Do you offer any discount programs?
As
a way of thanking you and showing my appreciation, a $10 discount will be
applied to your next treatment for every referral. Feel free to take some of my
business cards on your way out. Prepaid treatment package deals are now being
offered. You may choose either the 5 or 10 prepaid treatment package. Please
call for further details.
Yes, Wellness Within Centre offers gift cards. Please call (403) 934-5566 for details.
7.
Do you provide treatment for work related accident inju
Yes,
treatment is available for work related accident injuries. However, please see a
Primary Health Care Practitioner (medical doctor, chiropractor or
physiotherapist) for diagnosis prior to booking in. Check with your insurance
company to see if you are covered for massage therapy as a treatment option. If
you are, please call ahead of time with your insurance claim number so the
amount of treatments you will be receiving can be confirmed before you come in.
8.
Do you provide treatment for motor vehicle accident injuries?
Yes,
treatment is available for MVA injuries. However, please see a Primary Health
Care Practitioner (medical doctor, chiropractor or physiotherapist) for
diagnosis prior to booking in. Please call ahead of time with your insurance
claim number so the amount of treatments you will be receiving can be confirmed
before you come in.
1.
What is a Myofascial Release treatment like?
Myofascial Release is a gentle, safe and highly effective whole body hands-on form of treatment that uses sustained pressure into myofascial restrictions until a release occurs. No lotion or oil is used. It is a very different experience than massage and is really hard to verbalize. The best way to answer this is to come in for a treatment or series of treatments and experience it for yourself.
To prepare for your first MFR treatment, I suggest reading MFR An Introduction To The Patient, The John F. Barnes MFR Approach Part 2, The Inner Journey Guide, and Facilitating A Patients Therapeutic Process. These articles are all found in the Resources Section.
2.
How will I feel after a Myofascial
Release
treatment?
I suggest reading Myofascial Release Healing Theory, found in the Resources Section, which explains the possible healing process you may experience over a series of treatments. Some reactions may be similar to what you experience after a massage, such as an increase in symptoms followed by considerable improvement. Sometimes new pains in new areas will be experienced. These are normal reactions of the body to the positive changes that have occurred by releasing fascial restrictions. MFR is gentle but it has a profound effect on the body, so do not let the gentleness deceive you. You may leave the first treatment feeling like nothing happened and later (even a day later) you may begin to feel the effects.
3.
Who may benefit from Myofascial
Release?
Most people seek out MFR when
medicine, surgery or traditional therapies have given them either partial,
temporary or no results. Children to seniors with acute to chronic bodily
conditions and people looking to take a preventative and/or maintenance
approach to their health, may benefit from MFR.
4.
Where can I find more information about Myofascial Release?
More
information is available in the Resources
Section.
1.
What is a massage therapy treatment like?
It depends
on whether you are coming in for a relaxation, deep tissue, or therapeutic
massage. A relaxation massage is more soothing and a deep tissue massage is
usually more intense. Some people describe the deep tissue massage as a
"good hurt". A therapeutic massage is formed based on your presenting
complaint, injury or condition. Oil or lotion is usually used depending on the
type of technique performed.
2.
How will I feel after a massage therapy treatment?
Everybody
reacts differently depending on the type of treatment and the client's
lifestyle. Most people feel relaxed. Several experience some freedom from
chronic pain developed from constant tension, postural imbalance, repetitive
activity or recurring injuries. Some may experience an
aggravation of symptoms or soreness/stiffness in muscles for a few hours to 1-2
days after before feeling better. A few may have short-lived symptoms such as
dizziness, disorientation, grogginess or unaccustomed emotions. Some experience increased energy, heightened
awareness and/or greater productivity for several days. Although some of
these reactions may seem to be negative, they are in fact normal. This is due to
change that occurred to your body during the treatment and the resultant healing
and eliminatory process your body is undertaking.
3. Who may benefit from massage therapy?
Anyone
from children to seniors with acute to chronic bodily conditions, people with
stressful lifestyles, or anybody wanting to take a preventative and/or
maintenance approach to their health, may all benefit from massage therapy.
4.
Where can I find more information about massage therapy?
More information is available in the Resources Section.
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