Massage therapy can offer numerous benefits for physical and mental health, but many people are unsure how often they should receive massages. At Recovery Lab, we believe that regular massage therapy can be an essential part of maintaining overall wellness. In general, the ideal frequency of massage therapy can range from multiple times per week […]
During sports seasons and the Olympics, chances are, you can catch glimpses of cupping marks on your favourite athletes. It’s a practice that’s been around for thousands of years, but massage therapists and other practitioners adopt it today alongside their modern treatments. Myofascial cupping is a soft tissue treatment that uses cups to create a […]
Infrared sauna therapy is a type of therapy that uses infrared light to heat the body directly. This therapy has gained popularity but is more than just a wellness trend. For those undergoing physiotherapy treatment, infrared sauna therapy can offer a range of potential health benefits, including pain relief, improved circulation, and stress reduction to […]
After straining a muscle, you might be eager to get back to normal as quickly as possible. However, following a muscle strain, it is always important to give your muscles time to fully recover to prevent further injuries. Muscle strains are a common injury and can be caused by physical activity, lifting heavy objects, or […]
Different therapies can target various injuries or problems in the body. For example, your physiotherapist may use hot and cold therapy to manage lower back pain. But a massage therapist could manage that same pain with massage therapy in many cases. Massage therapy serves many purposes. Some types of massage therapy include myofascial cupping, recovery, […]
Physiotherapy is used to treat many different types of pain-related issues. Whether you have suffered from an injury and are working on recovery or are taking preventive measures, there are 10 kinds of physiotherapy treatments you should know about that can help you with your health. This blog will look at: Myofascial Release Biomechanical Analysis […]
When you think of stretching, the first thing that might come to mind is the importance of pre and post-workout muscle stretching for your muscles. But have you heard about stretching your body’s connective tissue or fascia? Fascial stretch therapy (FST) is a type of physical therapy that involves stretching the fascia with the assistance […]
Lower back pain is never easy to manage. The first thing on your mind is improving your comfort and finding a way to heal. Your physiotherapist can help manage your lower back pain through hot and cold therapy. But which option is better? Both heat and ice provide benefits, but it’s about what benefits your […]
Many people think that arthritis is caused only by general wear and tear on the body as we age. What you may not realize is that when we get hurt, our injured joints are 7 times more likely to develop arthritis than in those who weren’t injured. Even if you receive proper therapy after an […]
Recovery for Tendonitis When you’re experiencing an injury or pain, you want to improve comfort and support healing. Heat therapy and cold therapy are standard treatment options for the aches and swelling caused by tendonitis. Yet, which is the better option? Or should you alternate for improved recovery? Learn when you should apply heat or […]
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