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amp; Orthotics Scroll Top Glebe 613-237-9000 / Byward 613-860-8600 Blog Curavita Health Group 2 locations to serve you Glebe Byward Welcome to CURAVITA Health Group A Community of Care Providing Chiropractic, Physiotherapy and massage Therapy in Ottawa since 1994.  Book you Complimentary New Patient Visit During Discover Chiropractic Week - April 8-13 2024  Glebe  Byward A COMMUNITY OF CARE Our Clinic name embodies our healthcare philosophy. Broken down, CURA means care” in latin and VITA means life”. At CURAVITA, we provide care to enable you get more out of life over the course of your life. At our 2 locations in Ottawa, our healthcare team of Chiropractors, Physiotherapists and Registered Massage Therapists provide evidence-informed care in a collaborative model in order to create an exceptional patient experience. We believe in treating one another and our patients in a manner that promotes trust, respect, integrity, authenticity and accountability. We also believe in the value of collaboration and professionalism amongst our healthcare team in order to empower our patients to take personal responsibility for their health and well-being. We help people live healthier lives because we care.  read our latest blog Looking for a particular service? See what CURAVITA has to offer: Services at Curavita Byward SERVICES AT CURAVITA BYWARD CHIROPRACTIC, PHYSIOTHERAPY AND MASSAGE THERAPY SERVICES in the byward market in Ottawa TAILORED TO YOUR SPECIFIC NEEDS IN A WARM AND WELCOMING ENVIRONMENT. Chiropractic Care in the Byward Market Could you benefit from chiropractic care? if you’re suffering from back pain, headaches, general spinal discomfort or injury, CURAVITA can help. Our team of highly-trained chiropractors provide patients with an evidence-based diagnosis, personalized treatment and preventive care plans. Read more about chiropractic care. Conditions commonly treated by chiropractors include: Upper, middle + lower back pain Sacroiliac, hip + sciatic pain Carpal Tunnel Syndrome + wrist pain Headaches Neck pain Elbow pain Shoulder pain Rib pain Prenatal + pediatric care Book a chiropractic appointment now. Physiotherapy in the Byward Market CURAVITA offers a wide range of physiotherapy healthcare services. If you have an injury or illness that is limiting your mobility, movement and quality of life, our team of highly-trained physiotherapists are here to help and provide you with a care plan, uniquely tailored to meet your needs and get you back in motion. Read more about our physiotherapy services here. Other modalities include: Anatomical Acupuncture in the Byward Market At CURAVITA, we use anatomical acupuncture either as a single form of therapy or in combination with manual therapy, exercise and education. At your initial assessment, your physiotherapist will determine if you will benefit from anatomical acupuncture. Acupuncture is a therapeutic method used to encourage natural healing, reduce or relieve pain and improve the function of affected areas of the body. Unlike dry needling, where needles are inserted directly into tight muscle knots, acupuncture involves the insertion of very fine needles through the skin and tissues at specific points on the body. In western medical terms, acupuncture stimulates the nervous systems and promotes the release of your body’s natural chemicals (e.g. endorphins, anti-inflammatory substances) to relieve pain, stimulate healing and promote physical and emotional health. There is no injection of any substance and the treatment itself causes minimal discomfort. When combined with knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, physiotherapists can use acupuncture effectively to treat a variety of painful disorders. Some conditions that can benefit from acupuncture include: • neck pain and headaches • tendinopathies • shoulder injuries • osteoarthritis • lower back pain • neuropathy Read more about Anatomical Acupuncture Book a physiotherapy appointment now. Dry Needling in the Byward Market Trigger-point dry needling is an invasive procedure where a fine needle or acupuncture needle is inserted into the skin and muscle. It is aimed at myofascial trigger points (MTrP) which are hyperirritable spots in skeletal muscle that are associated with a hypersensitive palpable nodule in a taut band. Trigger point dry needling can be carried out at the superficial or deep tissue level. Read more about Dry Needling. Book a physiotherapy appointment now. Massage Therapy in the Byward Market At CURAVITA, our registered massage therapists operate under a collaborative care model , providing customized, natural care that takes into account the unique needs of each individual. Dedicated to health and wellness, we are committed to providing our clients with the highest quality holistic care and personalized experience. Read more about our massage therapy services. Types of massage therapy We offer a broad range of massage therapy techniques and will work closely with you to determine which one is best suited to your needs. Here is a sample of the types of massage therapy we offer: Myofascial release therapy in the Byward Market Myofascial Release Therapy is a hands-on therapy that is markedly different from traditional massage. For one, no creams or oils are applied to the skin. This allows the therapist to accurately pinpoint connective tissue restrictions and apply the appropriate amount of pressure without randomly gliding over the skin. And this brings us to the next differing factor. Unlike traditional massage, myofascial release therapy doesn’t apply a continual gliding pressure. Instead, it focuses on prolonged pressure in specific areas where connective tissue is restricted. As pressure is slowly, methodically and gently applied, the fascia begins to elongate. This is the release element of myofascial release therapy. Read more about Myofascial Release Therapy Book a myofascial release massage appointment now. Lymphatic Drainage Massage in the Byward Market Lymphatic drainage massage consists of long, gentle, rhythmic strokes and a pumping motion in the direction of the lymph nodes. The central lymph nodes are in the neck, armpits and groin area. Lymphatic drainage massage often takes place in a warm room, as warmth is a key factor in achieving optimal lymphatic flow. While lymphatic massage is very relaxing, it can also leave your body feeling exhausted, so it’s a good idea to have the massage done on a day when you can rest. Read more about lymphatic drainage massage. Book a lymphatic drainage massage appointment now. Cupping Massage Therapy in the Byward Market Cupping therapy is the art of using different types of cups that could be made of different materials to help create a mild suction on the body. At CURAVITA Health Group, our Registered Massage Therapists use silicone cups. (Cups are sterilized after each use.) Read more about cupping therapy. Book a cupping massage appointment now. Swedish Massage in the Byward Market The Swedish massage at CURAVITA Byward is incredibly relaxing. It is intended to relax and calm the muscles by eliminating tension and stiffness. Using a kneading and stretching technique, it has a gentle to medium level of pressure and this level is always determined by the person receiving the massage. Read more about Swedish Massage Book a Swedish massage appointment now. Sports Massage in the Byward Market According to the Canadian Sports Massage Therapists Association, sports massage can be broken down into four phases: Pre-Event: Massage that primes your body just before your event Inter-Event: Massage applied between events Post-Event: Massage that helps your body relax and recover after an event Training/Restorative: Massage integrated into your training schedule, intended to help you train harder at a higher level Read more about Sports Massage Book a Sports massage appointment now. Deep Tissue Massage in the Byward Market When the massage session begins, light pressure...