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Aug 31, 2024

Scar Tissue Management and Massage Therapy

Aug 31, 2024

The article reviews current research, debunks some myths and explores patient-centred considerations for treatment planning including: the patient’s relationship with their scar, their physical and emotional experiences, and their treatment goals and preferences.

Aug 31, 2024

Feb 18, 2022

Massage techniques: Which are best for you?

Feb 18, 2022

While massage techniques vary, they all work in the same way; they interact with the body, mind and nervous system in layers of context. What works best for you is really about personal preference. In this article we present current research findings on common massage techniques.

Feb 18, 2022

Jul 1, 2021

What is trauma-informed massage therapy?

Jul 1, 2021

Trauma-informed massage therapy is an approach to practice and not a massage technique. It’s built upon four principles: trauma awareness, safety and trust, collaborative choice and connection, and strength-based skill-building. Registered Massage Therapists working in this area don’t have to be experts in trauma, but can respond appropriately to various situations that may arise and reduce the chances of causing additional harm.

Jul 1, 2021

Intent Health Clinic

200-1669 West 3rd Avenue, Vancouver, BC V6J 1K1
info@intenthealth.ca | (604) 428-8619

With great respect and gratitude, we practice massage therapy on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territory of the Coast Salish Peoples –Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) And Xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam) Nations.