Michelle Ratz-McGuire: Registered Massage Therapy and Hypnotherapy

Michelle Ratz-McGuire: Registered Massage Therapy and Hypnotherapy Offering body positive mat-based massage therapy for pain and stress relief.

What’s the difference between soreness and injury? 🤔It’s totally normal to feel a little sore after a massage...especial...
08/04/2025

What’s the difference between soreness and injury? 🤔

It’s totally normal to feel a little sore after a massage...especially if we worked on tight, stuck areas.

That kind of soreness usually feels like:
🔸 Mild achiness in the muscles
🔸 Tenderness when touched
🔸 Lasts a day or two, then fades
🔸 Feels better with movement, stretching, or heat

That’s your body adjusting to increased circulation and muscle release. ✅

But if you feel:
⚠️ Sharp, stabbing pain
⚠️ Numbness or tingling
⚠️ Pain that gets worse over time
⚠️ Limited movement that doesn’t improve

…those may be signs of an injury that needs medical attention.

✨ My goal is always to help you feel better, not beat you up.

If you're ever unsure, just ask. Open communication helps us get the best results safely and effectively!

Hop online and book your September and October appointments now! Your body will thank you!
08/02/2025

Hop online and book your September and October appointments now! Your body will thank you!

08/02/2025

💥 That nagging ache in your low back?
👀 it might be your QL (Quadratus Lumborum) throwing a fit.

This deep core stabilizer gets cranky from:
🪑 Too much sitting
💼 Carrying bags on one side
🛏️ Sleeping like a pretzel
🏋️ Overdoing it at the gym (or underdoing it, let’s be real)

The good news?
Massage can help calm it down, release the tension, and get you moving pain-free again. 🙌

🎯 If you're feeling tight in your lower back or hips, let’s check in with that QL - it might be trying to tell you something.

Welcome, August! A month filled with opportunities to embrace change and growth. As summer transitions, let's focus on n...
08/01/2025

Welcome, August!

A month filled with opportunities to embrace change and growth. As summer transitions, let's focus on new beginnings, set fresh goals, and savor the remaining warmth.

Here's to making the most of every moment and creating lasting memories this month.

I’m not here to chase symptoms. I’m here to help you heal.Sure, I can help you feel better today, but what I really care...
07/31/2025

I’m not here to chase symptoms. I’m here to help you heal.

Sure, I can help you feel better today, but what I really care about is how you feel next week, next month, and long-term.

I want your massage to be more than just a quick fix.
🌀 I want it to be part of your plan to move better, feel stronger, and recover faster.
🧠 That’s why I’ll always take the time to explain what I’m doing, and why.
👣 And it’s why I may recommend stretches, movement, hydration, or even changes to your routine.

Temporary relief is great... but lasting progress? That’s the real goal. 💪

Your body isn’t a project to “fix.”
It’s a system to support! And I’m here for the long haul.

Calling all massage therapists who are ready to work smarter, not harder.✨ Next Level Pain Relief™ Level 1 is back this ...
07/30/2025

Calling all massage therapists who are ready to work smarter, not harder.
✨ Next Level Pain Relief™ Level 1 is back this October! ✨

✅ Learn effective, pain science-based techniques
✅ Save your body while helping your clients feel better, faster
✅ Experience the difference between table + mat-based approaches

📅 October 3–4 | 10AM–5PM
📍 60 Bridgeport Rd E, Unit 202 Waterloo — inside Essence Chiropractic
💰 $400 — or save $50 with early bird pricing until Sept 5!

Space is limited to 10 people, so don’t wait to snag your spot.
Let’s take your practice to the next level. 💥

📩 DM me or comment "I'm in" and I'll DM you the link to join!

07/30/2025

You gotta do what you gotta do 🤷🏻‍♀️ Relaxation takes priority! 📵 Turn off your phone and embrace some well-deserved me-time. If they need anything, too bad! Time to recharge and unwind. 💆‍♀️✨

Want to get the most out of your massage?Here’s how to make the results last longer (and your body happier):✨ Hydrate be...
07/29/2025

Want to get the most out of your massage?
Here’s how to make the results last longer (and your body happier):

✨ Hydrate before & after. Muscles love water. So does your fascia.
✨ Don’t rush back into stress mode. Give yourself time to soak in the calm.
✨ Take note of how you feel. That body awareness is gold.
✨ Move gently afterward. A light walk or stretch can help your body integrate the work.
✨ Rebook before you're in pain again. Maintenance = less tension buildup.

Massage isn’t just a moment of relief, it’s part of your long-term recovery and wellness plan. The more consistently you receive it, the better your body responds. 💆‍♀️💪

Treat your next session like a tune-up, not an emergency.
Your future self will thank you.

Can’t sleep? You’re not alone.If your brain flips on like a light switch the second your head hits the pillow… 👀Massage ...
07/28/2025

Can’t sleep? You’re not alone.

If your brain flips on like a light switch the second your head hits the pillow… 👀
Massage can help you switch it off.

Massage activates your parasympathetic nervous system (that’s your rest and digest mode) helping you shift out of “go-go-go” and into deep chill. 🧘‍♀️

By reducing cortisol (stress hormone) and boosting serotonin, massage helps your body naturally wind down, so your sleep isn't just longer... it's deeper.

💆‍♀️ Translation: Fewer racing thoughts. More REM cycles.

🪄 TL;DR:
Massage isn’t just for muscles! iI tells your whole nervous system that it’s safe to rest.

Ready to sleep like your nervous system knows what it’s doing?
Let’s make that happen.
🗓 Book your next session.

Here’s why I tailor every massage to how you show up that day:Because your body isn’t the same every time, and your sess...
07/24/2025

Here’s why I tailor every massage to how you show up that day:

Because your body isn’t the same every time, and your session shouldn’t be either.

Some days, your shoulders are doing all the talking.
Other times, it’s your low back, your hips, or just a deep need to rest.

I listen to your body’s cues: the tension, the breath, the feedback… and adjust my approach accordingly.

You’re not a routine. You’re a real, living person with changing needs.
And that’s exactly how I treat you on the table.

Every session is built around you, not a set routine.

Client Favorite: My Go-To Recovery Tools 🧰💆‍♀️Ever wonder what tools I reach for between sessions to keep my own body fe...
07/22/2025

Client Favorite: My Go-To Recovery Tools 🧰💆‍♀️

Ever wonder what tools I reach for between sessions to keep my own body feeling good?

These recovery essentials are loved by me, AND my clients! (Because they actually work)

🔹 Foam roller – for loosening tight hips, glutes & back
🔹 Massage ball – perfect for targeting those deep, hard-to-reach trigger points
🔹 Epsom salt soaks – especially after deep tissue work
🔹 Stretching strap – to support safe, effective mobility work

💡 I always say: the work we do in the treatment room is just one part of the puzzle. These tools help you extend the benefits of your massage and stay ahead of tension.

Got a favorite recovery tool I should try? Drop it in the comments! 👇
And if you need help figuring out what’s best for your body, I’m happy to make recommendations at your next session.

You might be clenching your jaw and not even realize it. 😬Jaw tension doesn’t always scream for attention…sometimes it w...
07/21/2025

You might be clenching your jaw and not even realize it. 😬

Jaw tension doesn’t always scream for attention…sometimes it whispers in ways you’d never expect.

Common signs you might be clenching or grinding:
🔹 Headaches
🔹 Stiff neck or shoulders
🔹 Earaches or ringing in the ears
🔹 Clicking or popping when you open your mouth
🔹 Waking up with facial tension or a sore jaw

Many people hold stress in their jaw without even noticing (especially while sleeping, driving, or focusing at a screen).

The good news?
Massage can help release the muscles around your TMJ (temporomandibular joint), reduce tension, and bring relief where you didn’t even realize you were holding stress.

✨ It's one of those “I had no idea how tight that was until you worked on it” moments.

Curious if jaw work might help you? Let's talk.

Address

60 Bridgeport Road E Unit 202
Waterloo, ON
N2J2J9

Website

https://linktr.ee/rmt.michelle

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