L.O. Massage Therapy Answers Your Most Common Questions

Written By Lindsay Olver

Written by Lindsay Olver | Nov 22, 2018

Hi, I'm Lindsay, and I'm thrilled to be a massage therapist at Holistic Physiotherapy & Wellness! I would like to answer a few of the most common questions I receive from clients. If you have additional questions, do ask! I'm looking forward to seeing you soon.

Communication

To receive the full benefit of your treatment, communication is important. Let me know of recent injuries, medication, actitivites, and stress level. It's your treatment- you're in charge! For example, speak up if you would like more or less pressure, if you don't like a particular technique or have a favourite one, if you need pillows adjusted, you're too hot or too cold, or even if you change your mind completely as to what we are treating.

Your Body

Every body is beautiful. My treatment room is a judgment free zone. Don't apologize for stubbly legs or worry about scars, lumps, and bumps. It's all good. My only concern is helping you feel your best.

Disrobing

What should you keep on or off? It's completely up to you and what you're comfortable with. Only the areas being worked on will be undraped.

Do You Massage This?

The most commonly treated areas are the back and neck since clients tend to notice they carry a lot of tension there. Depending on your aggravating issue, I will suggest certain areas for treatment. Your treatment may include work on the feet, legs, glutes, arms, hands, abdomen, face, and scalp.

How Often Do I Need A Massage?

This depends on the individual. Someone working with an injury may benefit from having a treatment 2x per week while others may come once a month for maintenance work. It is important not to put a treatment off until you are in debilitating pain. While things may happen, regular treatments will keep tensions, stress, and knots at bay.

Home Care

Anything from stretching, rest, and drinking water is helpful to maintain the work we did between treatments, I also encourage working with other healthcare modalities so the whole person is happy and healthy.

 

Lindsay Olver

Registered Massage Therapist

BA Psychology

Registered Yoga Teacher

 
Lindsay Olver

In 2011, Lindsay graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with a Major in Psychology. During her time at the U of S Lindsay competed as a Huskie in the sport of wrestling. She also represented Canada at the Junior World Championships in 2008, where she placed 10th.

Throughout her time in university, Lindsay also established a regular yoga practice which led to her eventually completing Joos Yoga’s 200hr yoga teacher program. She developed a passion for yoga and meditation and had a keen interest in all aspects of how the body works.

In 2016, Lindsay graduated from the Professional Institute of Massage Therapy 2200 hour Advanced Massage Therapy program with Great Distinction. She provides relaxation, deep tissue/therapeutic, pre/post-natal, and aromatherapy massage. Lindsay enjoys treating a diverse range of clients and conditions. Through her experiences in sport, yoga and meditation, Lindsay utilizes different aspects of her toolbox to provide her clients with an individualized well-rounded treatment.

Aside from her work as a massage therapist, Lindsay is a mom of two, loves spending time with her family, reading, and drinking tea!

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