Athabasca Massage & Muscle Therapy

03/07/2026

Registered Massage Therapist in Downtown Athabasca! Deep tissue, relaxation, pregnancy massage and assisted stretching.

Book easily online at https://www.athabascammt.com/book-online

03/03/2026

This article is technical but examines the different types of stretching and which ones may be most beneficial.

Stretching theories have been leaning away from a highly mechanical perspective to a combination of neural, psychosocial, behavioral, and structural/mechanical factors in the past 30-plus years.

In 2010, Weppler and Magnusson reported in Physical Therapy four primary mechanical theories on muscle extensibility: Viscoelastic deformation, plastic deformation of connective tissues, increased number of sarcomeres, and neuromuscular relaxation.

Some researchers in the 1990s tested these mechanical theories and found that stretching increases stretch tolerance with little physical change to muscle extensibility and its structure. Weppler and Magnusson called this the “sensory theory” where changes to muscle extensibility are primarily caused by the nervous system.

They also attributed a person's subjective sensation to the elongated muscle feeling.

Details: https://massagefitnessmag.com/fitness/why-stretching-theories-lean-toward-neural-explanations-less-mechanical/

02/25/2026

Not everyone understands the difference between relaxation or spa massage and therapeutic massage. Take a look at this article that describes therapeutic massage and its benefits.

https://health.clevelandclinic.org/therapeutic-massage-can-great-addition-treatment

You might think of massages as the perfect way to help you relax, but the benefits of massage extend even further. Medical massage, aka therapeutic massage, can help with serious medical issues, too. Here’s how.

02/21/2026

Hello! You might have heard that Jon is also doing pottery now! He has a table at the Farmers’ Market today until 2pm and it’s also his birthday! 🎂 It’s a big one!!! If you are heading to the market, be sure to stop by and say hello!!! - Lisa, Social Media Manager

02/12/2026

I've treated more people who have slipped on the ice than usual this year! 😫 It's a skating rink out there! Take care!!!

Here's a link to an info sheet on preventing slips and falls:

https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/assets/news/wa/ne-wa-2024-12-16-preventing-slips-and-falls.pdf

01/29/2026

Did you know that I now have 9 am sessions available, and that you can start a 1 hour at 6 pm? New hours to make massage more convenient for you!

Book online: https://www.athabascammt.com/

01/10/2026

What is pandiculation, and how does it help with muscle pain?

https://somaticmovementcenter.com/pandiculation-what-is-pandiculation/

12/20/2025

I have appointments open over the holidays. 🎄🎁❄ Take advantage of some downtime for a therapeutic massage!

Visit the online booking centre for availability: https://www.athabascammt.com/book-online

12/12/2025

🎄🎅🤶🎁 The holiday season can be a stressful time of year. Cold weather and shovelling snow can add to your aches and pains. Take some time for self-care and book a massage with an experienced Massage Therapist. Santa will thank you! 😉 Book online! https://www.athabascammt.com/

Effective and caring massage therapy for everyone, including Swedish Relaxation, Deep Tissue and Pre-natal massage and Joint Mobilization technique.

12/06/2025

Give the gift of massage this Christmas! 🎅🤶🎄🎁

Ask me about gift certificates. Text 780-689-8795 or email athabascammt@gmail.com

12/02/2025

If you are feeling lower back pain or stiffness, here are some gentle stretches to help bring some relief. They can be done at home, or you can book an appointment with me, and I can help you get a better stretch. To book online, click the website link in the bio.

Learn about 7 easy exercises for low back pain relief

11/26/2025

An international group of researchers has developed a standardized dataset aimed at improving how pain researchers document social and structural factors that influence pain. The initiative, known as Identifying Social factors that Stratify Health Opportunities and Outcomes (ISSHOOs), outlines a cor...