Massage Therapy, one of the oldest healing arts, has contributed to the health of millions of people over many thousands of years. Many people seek treatment from a Registered Massage Therapist to soothe sore muscles, relax tension from the body, improve circulation and vitality.

All massage therapists at Midnapore Physical Therapy are certified with a minimum of 2200 hours of training to ensure a professional and therapeutic treatment. Professional positioning and draping techniques are used so you feel comfortable and relaxed.

Your therapist can also work with other practitioners like Physiotherapists and Chiropractors to ensure your overall goals are addressed.Your goals and treatment preference will be discussed prior to your massage.

Registered Massage Therapists - RMT

Adele Dirks - RMT

Adele began her massage career in 2003 graduating form Mount Royal College’s 1000-hour massage therapy certificate program. In 2010, she also graduated from MH Vickers School of Massage Therapy 2200-hour massage therapy diploma program. She has been a member in good standing for fourteen years with the Natural Health Practitioners of Canada.

Adele offers quality massage in

• Deep tissue massage
• Therapeutic massage
• Relaxation massage
• Elder massage
• Prenatal/postnatal massage
• LAVA Shell ™ massage – the newest in heated massage

Adele’s specialty is massage for elders. She is a 1st Degree Reiki practitioner and incorporates Reiki principles and techniques in all her massage treatments. Adele’s specialty in Elder Massage started at the age of five while sitting on the floor massaging her Grandmother’s aching legs and feet.

Adele's Office Hours

Monday	2pm - 8pm
Tuesday	2pm - 8pm
Thursday	2pm - 8pm
Friday	2pm - 8pm
Saturday	9am - 4pm

Brenda Shairp - RMT

Brenda's Office Hours

Monday	8am - 12pm
Tuesday	8am - 2pm
Wednesday	2pm - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 2pm
Friday	2pm - 8pm
Saturday	8am - 2pm

Barbara Pilat - RMT

Barbara's Office Hours

Wednesday	8:30am - 1:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 1:30pm

Book an appointment with our massage therapist today and get back to feeling your best!

Call 403-254-9177

Senior Massage

Elder massage is a specialty within the broad scope of massage therapy. Elder massage deals with specific techniques for those 65 years of age and older. These clients may fall into 3 specific areas.

• Robust

  Clients who have less health concerns and are similar to a standard middle aged client

• Age appropriate

  Clients who have two or more health concerns and fall within the geriatric definition

• Frail

  Clients who have many health concerns and are fragile to the touch. These clients need precautionary measures taught in the special training workshops.

Pre/postnatal Massage

Pregnancy is a special time in a woman’s life. Massage techniques specific to them and their unique needs are essential in making the pregnancy and post natal experience the best it can be.

With the changes in the body to accommodate a new human being, issues like low back pain, and gluteal discomfort are typical, as well as upper back discomfort from breastfeeding, extended holding and carrying a growing infant.

Techniques designed for prenatal and postnatal care can help alleviate the discomfort, enhance the experience and assist with recovery.

Hot LAVA Shell ™ Massage

LAVA Shells™ are the world’s first naturally self-heating massage tool, designed to allow the therapist to add heat into their techniques.

LAVA Shell ™ massage is not a replacement for hot stones, but rather a unique massage tool that the therapist uses to mechanically work the tissues with the hot shells.

Lymphatic Drainage

Lymphatic drainage is a relaxing massage that focuses on removing swelling from the body, especially the legs and ankles. Areas of fluid can stagnate or pool in the body after injury or surgery, during pregnancy or in older age. Restoring that normal flow of fluids can greatly improve how you feel, significantly improve your health, and give relief to pressure and aching.

Lymphatic Drainage is a specialty massage requiring extra training, Midnapore Physical therapists have these qualifications.

Who should get Lymphatic Drainage Massage?

• If swelling occurs with an injury
• After any surgery to re-establish normal flow patterns around scars
• After a car accident with injuries
• Areas that are paralysed, for example stroke or quadriplegia
• Recommended for everyone to determine if their flow patterns are optimal
• Periodically as a part of regular health practice

Book an appointment with our massage therapist today and get back to feeling your best.

Call 403-254-9177

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