Healthy Roots

I am making the big move to Vancouver Island as of August 7th. Working in Regina for the past 5 years has been very honourable and I’m lucky to have the clients that I do.

The decision was not an easy one however it is something that both my husband I think it’s best for our family. I am really going to miss each and every one of the people I was fortunate enough to meet and work with with my massage career.

Thank you for trusting me to help with all the reasons you would need for a massage and consistently knowing that I would do what was it in my capabilities to help you return to function.

All the best on my Saskatchewan clients and for the last time oh, don’t forget to stretch 😉

The Saskatchewan government has announced that effective July 11th, 2021 all public health restrictions will be lifted. This includes the mandatory mask mandate that is in effect currently.

I will be posting about how this affects visits to A Balanced Approach closer to the date.

For more information see the link below.

https://regina.ctvnews.ca/all-covid-19-public-health-restrictions-to-be-lifted-in-sask-on-july-11-1.5478348

A study at the University of Saskatchewan has shown that stretching is more effective at lowering your blood pressure than regular walking.

The study found that stretching large muscle groups (such as hamstrings, chest, quadriceps or calves) would also stretch the blood vessels inside them, reducing the stiffness in the blood vessels allowing for improved blood flow.

They had each person stretch larger areas of their body a few times each day, holding for at least 30 seconds. I always recommend when you stretch that you hold for a minimum of 30 seconds as anything less is not enough time for the muscles to start adapting. Your muscles need a long enough demand in order for them to think they need to adapt to it.

Now, do not interpret it as that you should stop walking. Consistent daily movement is great for your overall health and not just to help blood pressure. Walking has been proven to help reduce excess body fat, strengthen muscles and bones and reduce the risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Click the link here for the full article:

https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/saskatchewan/high-blood-pressure-stretching-walking-usask-study-1.5885796

With the announcement from the Saskatchewan government there are some changes for when you come to see me for a massage treatment.

Starting tomorrow, November 6th, face masks will be required upon entering any public building.

What does that mean for you? 

– When you come into the building you will be required to wear a face mask           

– If you do not have a face mask you will be charged a $2 fee (added to your massage cost) and provided with one. 

– Your mask must stay on until your treatment begins and after it has finished 

– During your massage you are not required to wear a face mask but it is recommended 

– If you have a medical exemption to wearing a mask you will need to bring your exemption card or note from your physician at the time of your appointment.

I now offer prenatal massage for those mothers who are expecting! As the baby develops laying on your stomach no longer becomes possible. With this pregnancy pillow you can now lay on your stomach comfortably for your massage.

Below is a list of the benefits you can receive from a prenatal massage.

• Improved overall sense of wellbeing
• Relieve tension headaches
• Relieve muscle and joint pain
• Relieve low back pain, leg pain and other musculoskeletal pain
• Reduce symptoms of anxiety and depress