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Providing safe and effective massage techniques within clinically established guidelines for people with active cancer, going through cancer treatment, post-cancer treatment, those in recovery or survivorship, as well as those at the end of life palliative care by trained oncology massage therapists who are preferred practitioners recognized by the Society for Oncology Massage.

The treatment of primary or secondary lymphedema to prevent pathological and clinical consequences for the patient if left untreated. Utilizing the four components of Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT - skin care, manual lymphatic drainage, compression bandages/stocking/sleeves  and exercise protocols) while supporting the ongoing client self- management of lymphedema.

Whether lymphedema is caused by trauma to the lymphatic system, (due to surgery, injury, scarring, infection and radiation therapy, post-mastectomy, post-traumatic swelling, lipedema, chronic venous insufficiencies and other pathologies) treatment will be be in accordance with the standards of practice established by the Lymphedema Association of North America by an RMT certified in manual lymphatic drainage and completed decongestive therapy.

Orthopedic massage treatment includes a full orthopedic assessment specific to the injury and presenting symptoms, treatment and active care rehabilitation to correct dysfunction and dyskinesia followed by structural functional exercise protocols for restoration of movement for orthopedic injuries and post-surgery rehabilitation.

Myofascial massage is a technique used to treat injuries and discomfort, reducing pain and increasing range of motion. Myofascial massage differs from other types of massage in that it targets the fascia - the membrane surrounding muscles - rather than the muscle itself. Since fascia completely encases every muscle in the body, imbalances in the fascia can have serious effects on your range of motion and comfort level. While other forms of massage can overlook the fascia, myofascial massage focuses specifically on releasing tension in this important membrane.

Movement education uses a custom-tailored approach to improving your body awareness and movement skills. Combining problem-solving, guided-discovery, and exploratory methods, this practice inevitably leads to a stronger connection between the mind and body, creating a more natural and graceful experience of movement and interaction with other people.

Comfortable upright massage in a massage chair designed to address head, neck, shoulders/arms and back  when our clients have difficulty transitioning on our hydraulic massage table due to cardiac issues, eye trauma or recent surgical procedures, or preference of the client.

Typical treament times are 30 and 45 minutes – enough to address required treatment area.

This treatment offering is available in the clinic and mobile offerings.

Geriatric massage is a form of massage designed to meet the specific needs of the elderly. It helps to improve blood circulation, relieve pain, and also increase range of motion. If you are elderly, geriatric massage can help you maintain and improve your overall health, as well as regain certain physical functions that have been reduced due to aging. In addition, since the elderly don't typically receive enough physical touch, this massage can also help alleviate symptoms of loneliness or depression.

Swedish Massage is a very relaxing and therapeutic style of bodywork. It combines oils or lotion with an array of strokes such as rolling, kneading, and percussion to help the body improve its circulation. The benefits of this type of bodywork are wide-ranging and include relief from aches and pains, decreased stress levels in the body, enhanced mental clarity, improved appearance, and greater flexibility.

Trigger Point Therapy is a style of bodywork that focuses on stimulating and releasing "trigger points" in your body. Trigger points are tender areas of tension similar to acupressure points, except they occur in the belly of the muscle rather than along the energy pathways of the body. These "knots" are built up throughout a person's life due to physical, mental, and/or emotional stress. During a session, focused pressure is applied through a variety of techniques order to release your trigger points. This process can be quite painful at times, yet the effects are lasting and profoundly transformative.

Touching LOVEDOnes by CarePARTNERs is an opportunity to instruct patients and family  to safely engage massage and touch techniques to nurture and manage side effects of treatment and the disease on a daily basis – empowering and educating them to provide special meaning and quality of care to their LOVEDOnes through touch.

Educate caregivers to provide meaningful and efficacious massage and touch treatment to their loved ones during their cancer journey or life limiting illness experience.

Mobile palliative massage by trained oncology massage therapists with palliative care training and years of experience as a chronic care and palliative volunteer and hospital staff member in Toronto; providing comfort to those with ailments that can be chronic and debilitating.

The purposes of palliative massage is to enhance quality of life, feel more in control, strengthen the immune system responses through reduce systemic stressor and manage side effects of the disease and treatment protocols.

Mobile hospice massage by trained oncology massage therapists with hospice care training and years of experience as a community hospice volunteer in Barrie; providing comfort and care to those who are terminally ill. 

Essential to your recovery is your active partnering in your health rehabilitation through self-care education and empowerment.  Self-management of daily exercise for functional postural stability, strength, flexibility and endurance provides accountability and shared responsibility by taking an active role in your unique and specific progression geared to your needs.

Each session at Freedom Massage Clinic may include therapeutic exercises geared to neuromuscular cueing and stabilization, balance, coordination, kniesthetic sense, posture and propriocetion re-education; therapeutic dynamic activities to improve functional daily activities.