Postural Assessment & Training

At Calgary RMT, our massage therapists specialize in helping clients improve their posture. Using therapeutic techniques, we work to relax and align muscles while enhancing circulation, enabling the body to naturally maintain a healthy posture in any situation.

Proper posture involves maintaining the spine’s natural curves at the neck, mid-back, and lower back. When these curves are misaligned, it can lead to discomfort and a sense of imbalance. Whether you’re sitting, sleeping, or engaging in physical activities,, posture plays a significant role in your overall well-being and self-confidence. Poor posture can strain muscles, joints, and connective tissues, leading to pain and increasing the risk of injury.

The Calgary RMT massage therapists are equipped to assist you in improving your posture:

• Postural Training – They can provide exercises to enhance your range of motion, with the added benefit of reducing tension.
• Fascial Release – Soft tissues can become tight and rigid, but releasing this tension allows for smoother and more fluid movement.
• Breathing Exercises – Proper breathing techniques are effective in relieving stress, which can, in turn, help relax the shoulders, chest, and neck. This not only promotes overall well-being but can also alleviate headaches and other discomforts.

Massage therapy helps:

• Relax Muscles – Gentle pressure, extended strokes, and targeted manipulation help untangle muscle knots, allowing your back to straighten with ease. For extremely tight muscles, deeper massage techniques provide even greater relief.
• Pain Reduction – When posture is slouched, muscles often become fatigued and uncomfortable. Massaging these tissues helps them relax, reducing the sensation of overwork and soreness. This process also pushes toxins out of the tissues and into the bloodstream for natural elimination, leading to a decrease in lactic acid and, consequently, less pain.
• Breathing – Deep, cleansing breaths are essential for good health. Poor posture restricts the diaphragm and lungs, limiting their natural expansion and contraction and reducing airflow. Massage can help by relaxing the surrounding muscles and alleviating these restrictions.

Calgary RMT therapists offer massages that help prevent slouching and misalignment. This promotes better joint mobility and digestion, enhancing overall well-being.

These are the benefits of improved posture that Calgary RMT can help you achieve. Contact us for more details or to book an appointment.