BIO

Justin Pickens RMT, SMT(cc) of Active Edge Therapeutics is actively helping the community with his modern approach to clinical registered massage therapy. With Justin’s experience at the sports clinic at Dalhousie University, involvement in the Bluenose Marathon, Bridgewater Century Ride, and Canada Games, you may have seen him passionately promoting healthy living in our community. A member of MTANS and CSMTA, as well as recipient of the Above and Beyond award, and Keynote speaker for Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy class of 2011 graduation, Active Edge Therapeutics is passionate, qualified, and eager to help you, help you.

What should you expect from a Massage?

Your appointment will consists of reviewing Health History, Orthopedic Assessment, Treatment and Home Care.

Health History

This is an intake form to fill in with questions about consent to treatment, why you are seeking massage therapy, and your personal health history, it is important to keep this information up to date. If anything changes it is important to let your RMT know.

Orthopedic Assessment

This is when further intake is obtained through special testing, postural analysis, and gait analysis. This is always specific to your condition in order to set up the most effective treatment plan for you. With specific treatment these changes are always monitored and recorded.

Treatment

Whether it is a One Hour or Half Hour Appointment – This is YOUR treatment so it is always fully explained and you have the right to change or modify at any time! All benefits and risks associated with the treatment will be fully explained as well as any changes to your treatment plan. You can be assured that all techniques used are specific, professional, effective and leading edge.

Home Care

Now its your turn! You will be given some simple home-care techniques to continue to reach your goals. This could include anything from a few relieving stretching/strengthening techniques to an entire fitness plan. All techniques will be instructed and performed to ensure complete comprehension. Be honest about what you have done and if you have any difficulties so that your RMT can make it fit you and/or your situation better.

RESULTS!

That’s right, YOU SHOULD EXPECT RESULTS! It is important to set goals for your treatments, whether these are big or small, every treatment should bring you closer to reaching your potential.

Here are some of the conditions commonly treated by massage, but not limited to:

• Low back pain/ stiffness
• Stress/Anxiety
• Whiplash Associated Disorders
• Insomnia
• Fibromyalgia
• Muscle strains
• Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI)
• Muscle spasm
• Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMJ)
• Athletic injuries (Sprains, Strains)
• General muscle tension
• Bursitis
• Tendonitis (tennis/golfers elbow, jumpers knee, achilles)
• Frozen shoulder
• Arthritis
• Respiratory problems/ restrictions
• Nerve Compression/ lesions
• Thoracic outlet syndrome
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Headaches and migraines
• Multiple Sclerosis