At the Massage and Treatment Clinic in Orléans they offer a wide range of techniques that are beneficial in the treatment of a number of ailments including sports-related injuries, post-operative acute injuries, inflammed lymph nodes and joint pain.

Owners Julie Tessier-Woodcock and Amanda-Lyn Smith are both registered massage therapists with over 25 years of experience between them..

Julie Tessier-Woodcock graduated from the Massage Therapy program at the International Academy of Massage in Ottawa in 2001. Before that she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa.

Amanda-Lyn Smith graduated from the Massage Therapy program at The Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Newmarket, Ontario in 2000.

Since earning her RMT designation, Amanda has earned her certification in therapeutic ultrasound; the Muscle Energy Techniques workshops (Cervical and Lumbar/ Pelvis); a certificate for the instruction of infant and pediatric massage; and her Cranial Sacral certification.

The two women joined forces in 2003 to open The Massage and Treatment Clinic.Since then their practice has grown into a full-service team with 10 Registered Massage Therapists who can treat a long list of ailments and injuries. They can also help ease pain associated with MS, cancer treatments, Parkinsons, Scoliosis, Fibromyalgia and arthritis

As Registered Massage Therapists they must possess liability insurance and adhere to regulations set forth by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario and the Regulated Health Professions Act. The same is not true for ortho-therapists, who do not have to operate under the same stringent guidelines.

At the Massage and Treatment Clinic they truly care about each and every client who passes through their doors. As health care professionals they take the time to accurately assess the client's ailment and then proceed with whatever treatment or treatments are the most effective in alleviating the problem.

The benefits of massage therapy are almost too numerous to list. It creates body awareness, foster peace of mind, improves blood and lymph circulation, improves posture, lessens stress and reduces anxiety by promoting a relaxed state of mental awareness and increases mobility.

Whether it's Therapeutic Ultrasound, Cranial Osteopathy, Acupressure Massage Therapy, or any other treatment they specialize in, you can be assured that at the end of the day you will be feeling better, stronger and more confident.

The Massage and Treatment Clinic is also one of only a handful of clinics with a resident Registered Massage Therapist who specializes in Lymphatic Drainage.

Johann Unterganschnigg is a Certified Lymphatic Drainage specialist. The treatment consists of specific movements that are used to lightly push lymph through the system, helping it to drain out of the tissues and move throughout the body.

The treatment is commonly used to help with lymphedema, which can be caused by heart problems, wearing tight-fitting clothing, and injuries like sprains and fractures. It also sometimes happens a side effect of chemotherapy treatments and surgeries done to remove breast cancer, colon cancer, and prostate cancer.

Amanda is also a certified infant massage instructor and can provide parents with the tools to properly massage their infants and children with confidence. The benefits this provides helps relieve colic, gas and constipation, strengthens the immune system, increases healthy bonding, stimulates physiological systems (circulatory, nervous, digestive), increases parents’ awareness of cues and helps regulate sleep patterns.

At The Massage and Treatment Clinic they offer bilingual service and flexible hours. Appointments can be made during the day, in the evening or on weekends.

The cost is extremely reasonable and the prices are based on 15 minute intervals. Of special note, massage therapy is often covered by your extended medical plan when conducted by a Registered Massage Therapist

To find out more about The Massage and Treatment Clinic, you can visit their website at www.massageandtreatmentclinic.com or you can call them at 613-837-2740 or e-mail massageandtreatmentclinic@bellnet.ca.

 

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