Massage therapist examining a client's hand to identify the source of pain.

Burning, Aching or Tingling? It May Be Referred Pain, Not Where You Think

Why Does My Pain Hurt Somewhere Else? Understanding Referred Pain “I have pain in my elbow.” “My hip hurts, but my doctor says the joint looks fine.” “I feel a burning ache down my leg, but it isn’t sciatica.” These are comments I hear regularly in my practice. One of the most surprising things about the body is that the place you feel pain isn’t always where the problem begins. This is called referred pain. What Is Referred Pain? Referred pain occurs when a tight, overworked muscle sends pain signals to another area of the body. Rather than feeling sore exactly […]

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Back pain relief Ottawa – lumbar spine X-ray and posture assessment for lasting results

Back Pain Relief Ottawa—Proven Treatment to Eliminate Chronic and Acute Back Pain

Eliminate pain at the source | Massage therapy for back pain Struggling with back pain that won’t go away? I provide targeted massage therapy for back pain relief in Ottawa that focuses on eliminating pain at the source—not just managing symptoms. I assess and address posture, tension, and injury to treat both chronic and acute back pain effectively. Back pain relief shouldn’t be temporary. If you’ve tried treatments that only mask the symptoms, it’s time for a more targeted approach that addresses the root cause of your pain. Targeted Back Pain Treatment & Assessment The first step is the assessment […]

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