RMT Appointments for December 2018

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Kevin Mattinson’s schedule is full until January, but if you are looking to book an appointment at Health and Sport you can check for availability with our new therapist Amanda Porcheron RMT. She still has availability and would be happy to do her best for you. Health and Sport thanks you for your support in making 2018 such a huge success. Wishing you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

New study shows that Massage is the most effective in relieving DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness) and perceived muscle fatigue after exercise.

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Are you interested in the science behind your workouts? A recently published (April 2018) systematic review with meta-analysis concludes that “Massage seems to be the most effective method for reducing DOMS and perceived fatigue.”

This is great news for active people and massage therapists alike and reaffirms the healthcare benefits of massage as a complementary care strategy for active people.

To read the study you can check it out by clicking here.

When was the last time you had a massage? Book one today at Healthandsport.ca

In-office RMT Massage

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Looking for on site in-office RMT Massage in the Vancouver or Lower Mainland area? We provide everything from room set up, privacy screens (for offices with glass partitions), online booking, direct billing and our 5-Star rated RMT. More details could be found here: https://healthandsport.ca/mobile-massage/

Highlights:

-No Cost to your company
-Complete set up
-Direct Billing
-Easy online booking link will be provided
-Fully insured
-Clinic conveniently located downtown Vancouver for follow up treatments if required

Email, call or text for more information and to confirm availability. healthandsport@outlook.com, 778-689-5334 or 604-418-9748.

 

Avoid Neck and Shoulder Pain Caused by Cold Weather

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As the season changes to colder weather it is common for neck and shoulder pain to worsen. When a cold wind blows on our exposed necks the natural reaction is to shrug our shoulders to avoid exposure to the elements and lessen heat loss. This can lead to several types of neck and shoulder pain that can easily be prevented by wearing a scarf or clothing that is warm and appropriately covers the neck. If this news is reaching you a bit too late the good news is that massage can help undo this. Make sure to dress warmly, and if you are in need of treatment feel free to book with me here.

RMT massage in Vancouver with direct billing to Insurance providers

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Vancouver Health and Sport is happy to offer direct billing to extended health insurance providers to patients that have coverage through the following organizations:

  • Blue Cross (PBC MBC)
  • Chambers of Commerce Group Insurance Plan (Johnston Group)
  • CINUP (Johnston Group)
  • Cowan Insurance Group (managed by Express Scripts Canada)
  • Desjardins Insurance
  • First Canadian (Johnston Group)
  • Great-West Life Assurance Company (GWL)
  • Green Shield Canada (GSC)
  • Industrial Alliance Insurance and Financial Services Inc.
  • Johnson Inc.
  • Johnston Group
  • Manulife Financial
  • Maximum Benefit (Johnston Group)
  • SSQ Financial Group
  • Sun Life Financial

*Please note: Direct billing may require a patient to have a current doctor’s note indicating massage treatment on file with their insurance provider prior to treatment or other various conditions be met before treatment is received. Be sure to check your extended medical policy for requirements prior to booking. In some cases the first treatment must be paid in full and a paper claim filed before direct billing can be used.

BMO Marathon RMT Massage Special

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Good work everyone who ran in the marathon today. We are open to 8pm today if you are needing a last minute post marathon RMT massage.

Also, take $10 off any treatment this week if you participated in the marathon. Just bring something in that shows us you were a participant (even a photo) and we’ll take $10 off.

Happy “Sun”day!