Extended healthcare services, such as massage therapy and osteopathy, are recognized for their benefits to patients in terms of current health problems, preventative care, and mental health. Massage therapy is helpful in treating stress, alleviating pain, increasing flexibility, and much more. It is advantageous to long-term health as it is a holistic and preventative form
Now that the holidays are over, we’re left with the harsh reality of another three or four months of cold, dark winter. January can be a tough month for many people with seasonal affective disorder (SAD) as the days are short, the weather is cold, and there aren’t any holidays to look forward to. But
Mantra Wellness Centre is proud to announce that we are officially offering a brand-new service. Jillian Dean, BSc, RTR, MO, has joined our team and is now offering her manual osteopathy services for clients who experience discomfort in their muscles, soft tissues, bones, internal organs, or joints. As a recent graduate from the National Manual
This month, North America will experience a major shift in daylight. Although we are only turning the clocks back by one hour, it will really make a difference on how we spend our time. Lack of sunlight can have a negative effect on our bodies, which can lead to stress. Not only will we lose
Regular massage is proven to help reduce stress and tension, relax sore muscles, and manage chronic pain. The benefits of massage therapy are limitless. If you see a massage therapist on a regular basis for your aches and pains but don’t have time to schedule an appointment, try these easy at-home acupressure massages for the
Acupuncture has long been recognized as a legitimate form of alternative therapy. The ancient Chinese method of strategically inserting needles into specific pressure points of the body is thousands of years old. It is practiced in holistic health centres, physiotherapy clinics, and wellness spas all over the world, and continues to receive ongoing support from
Mantra Wellness Centre is a leader in the Calgary wellness community. We help people achieve their goals of better health and well-being through our holistic services that gently treat the mind, body and spirit. Achieve total relaxation and pain relief from our highly skilled staff of professional therapists. If you suffer from tense, sore muscles,
You may be asking yourself why a mechanical engineer turned to a career in massage therapy—but Arian Abyaneh’s unique educational background and experience has led him to form a scientific fascination with the inner workings of the human body. As a second year student, Arian has developed a skillset that combines pain relief and relaxation
Traditional Thai Yoga Massage was developed over 2,500 years ago by Jivaka Komarabhacc, a renowned healer in Buddhist tradition (and, rumour has it, friend and physician to the Buddha himself). The origin of this therapeutic technique actually originates not from Thailand, but from India. The theory’s foundation is based on the concept of invisible energy
If you live a hectic, fast-paced lifestyle, then it’s possible you struggle with finding a proper balance between work and relaxation. For many, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is the answer. TCM incorporates acupuncture, cupping therapy, and/or Chinese herbology in treatments, and each is set out to achieve one single goal: restore energy and balance in
