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From the time we were six or seven,
we have been taught that September means a new start – almost like a “second
new years”. It signifies the time of
year when you notice a change in the weather, the plants and trees and the
world around you. It’s also “back to
school season”.
Whether it’s
your first day as a teacher or a student, back to school is a stressful
experience. As a student new to
post-secondary it can be overwhelming navigating your way through residence and
a different school, finding all your classes and taking everything in. As a teacher trying to remember the names of
all the kids in your class can be staggering, meeting new staff or even adapting
to living in a new city can be a nightmare.
Adjusting to a grueling new school routine can be difficult; don’t let
stress be a part of it. Make massage a
part of your new routine.
Back to
school means many new post-secondary students are getting their first taste of
“The Real World” they have heard about for years. This can mean different first time
experiences, including juggling time between school and work, balancing
expenses, paying bills and dealing with insurance companies for the first time.
Some post-secondary organizations offer
students the option to purchase affordable health insurance for the duration of
their academic career. Several students
don’t realize this opportunity is available to them and as a result never take
full advantage of it. This health
coverage often covers products and services such as prescriptions, eye exams,
dental work, physiotherapy and even massage therapy!
Swedish massage, also known as “relaxation massage”
is a common “introductory” technique for people who are new to massage. It is well known for its relaxation benefits,
as it uses variations of an assortment of different styles of strokes to
relieve the targeted muscles. Different
massage therapists will use different techniques, depending on their style and
what they are trying to accomplish, but generally all use varying forms of
sliding or gliding strokes - often in the direction of the heart, kneading and
circular movements.
Teachers,
parents and students alike know the stresses that can come from “back to school”. By taking the time to relax and recharge, you
are better prepared to deal with any task that may come your way. Academy Massage offers gift cards, for that
person in your life who never seems to take the time to pamper themselves. They will perform up to a half hour long massage
for children and hour long massages for teenagers, with a parent present. Academy Massage also offers direct billing
services to eligible clients with approval from their insurance provider and
doctor’s prescriptions in applicable circumstances. They will direct bill to most major health
benefit providers, including Great West Life, Blue Cross and Chamber of
Commerce. Contact Academy Massage today to help your family, friends and those around
you reap the benefits of regular massage!
