by Jamie Lavallee | Conditions
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease that effects the immune system and central nervous system (composed of the brain and spinal cord). MS can occur at any age but is usually diagnosed between the ages of 15-40. Symptoms: most common symptoms are inflammation of... 
by Jamie Lavallee | Conditions
Low back pain is very common, but a precise cause is often not found. Researchers found that 60-80% of people will experience uncomplicated back pain at some time in their life. Non-specific low back pain accounts for over 90% of patients presenting for care and... 
by Jamie Lavallee | Conditions
Headaches have many causes. Typically, headaches treated by a Registered Massage Therapist may include: Tension Headache: this most common headache is likely due to chemical changes triggering brain nerves and blood vessels. Migraine Headache: scientists don’t know... 
by Jamie Lavallee | Conditions
Fibromyalgia (fi-bro-my-Al-juh) syndrome (FMS) is a chronic health problem that causes pain all over the body. Some of the other symptoms of fibromyalgia: Migraine or tension headaches, pelvic pain. Symptoms may include Chronic widespread body pain as well as... 
by Jamie Lavallee | Conditions
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) is a very common, disabling condition that affects the median nerve by impairing wrist and hand function. Symptoms: pain (localized and surrounding), paresthesia in the hand and fingers, weakness, numbness, loss of coordination, limited... 
by Jamie Lavallee | Conditions
Cancer is a disease in which cells of an organ or tissue fail to respond to normal control mechanisms, growing and multiplying out of control. Massage therapy is increasingly being included in treatment programs for cancer patients at clinics and hospitals around the...