Athabasca Massage & Muscle Therapy

Help prolong the benefits of your therapeutic massage with the following aftercare:
- Hydrate ASAP after the massage; add 1 or 2 extra glasses of water
- Soak in a warm Epsom salt bath
- Tune into and note how you are feeling, both physically and emotionally
- Fuel your recovery with a nutritious snack or meal
- Prioritize rest, avoid high-stress activities and have an early bedtime

Learn more and book an appointment here: https://www.athabascammt.com/

Some notes about stretching...

Perhaps it's time to update our thinking about static stretching?

A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis of 65 studies involving 1,542 adults found that both short-term and long-term static stretching produce a small reduction in muscle and joint stiffness.

But there's a catch.

Researchers found insufficient evidence that up to 24 weeks of moderate- to high-intensity stretching increases muscle fascicle length—the bundles of muscle fibers that help generate force.

Instead, long-term improvements in flexibility appear to come mainly from greater stretch tolerance, meaning your nervous system becomes more comfortable allowing the muscle to move farther.

The review also suggests that timing matters:

🤸 For sports that demand flexibility, such as gymnastics, stretching before activity may be worthwhile because the gains in range of motion can outweigh the temporary reduction in muscle stiffness.

🏈 For explosive sports, such as sprinting and American football, temporary decreases in stiffness could reduce elastic energy return and affect performance. The researchers suggest performing static stretching after training or competition if the goal is to improve flexibility over time.

The findings may also influence rehabilitation. For people recovering from prolonged immobilization or joint contractures, increasing range of motion may depend more on improving stretch tolerance than changing muscle structure.

If the goal is to increase muscle fascicle length, the authors suggest clinicians may want to consider other interventions, such as eccentric resistance training.

(Photo by Ketut Subiyanto)

Details: https://massagefitnessmag.com/fitness/static-stretching/

We're finally getting some summer heat, so I want to send out a reminder to stay hydrated!

Here's a good article about hydration, especially if you are active. ➡ Check it out: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/expert-qa/sports-and-hydration-for-athletes

Also, a reminder to hydrate after massage therapy! It helps flush toxins from your muscles and rehydrate soft tissue.

To book a massage online, visit https://www.athabascammt.com/

Why should you choose AMMT to provide your massage therapy?
- I am an experienced therapist who has been practicing since 2014. I'm a member of Canadian Massage and Manual Osteopathic Therapists Association and have been since I started massage therapy.
- I focus my treatment on your needs: whether it's to help you relax or sleep, loosen sore, tight muscles or to help heal injuries, I will do my best to make your therapy session work for you.
- I am open Mon - Sat, starting at 9 am on weekdays and am located in Downtown Athabasca (at Compass Chiropractic )
- I provide direct insurance billing for most insurance providers

Learn more on my website at https://www.athabascammt.com/, where you can also book your appointment online!

Now that we can finally get into the yard and start some clean-up and new projects, you might find you have strained your neck/shoulders or lower back. These are common areas that get sore after yard work. Massage therapy can help relieve muscle soreness and stiffness.

Book an appointment online or by text: https://www.athabascammt.com/ or 780-689-8795

New Location Announcement

New Location Announcement Hello, Dear Client, I'm happy to let you know that I have found a new space to continue my practice! I am now at the Compass Chiropractic office, located in Downtown Athabasca at 4916B 50 Street. Parking for this location is on the street, with additional parking at the Riverfront Park if needed. Wh...

Starting Monday, June 1st I will be located in the Compass Chiropractic office! I'll be closed Friday and Saturday for the move and ready to go for Monday!

My website remains the same (https://www.athabascammt.com/), but June appointments are closed until Friday. Email [email protected] for more information.

I'm looking forward to seeing you there for your next appointment!

Massage Therapy for a Peaceful Night's Sleep: https://www.rmtao.com/resources/rmtao-blog/massage-therapy-for-a-peaceful-night-s-sleep