Chad Friel
- Remedial and sports massage for muscle recovery.
- Orthopedic assessment and pre/post-surgery care.
- Myofascial cupping for fascial release and pain.
- Muscle energy techniques for joint mobility restoration.
- Craniosacral therapy for nervous system regulation.
- Therapeutic massage for fibromyalgia and chronic pain.
- Relaxation-focused massage integrating yoga therapy principles.
This summary is for informational purposes only and may not be accurate.
The Way Holistic Collective
622 Edmonton Trail NE, Calgary, AB, T2E3J4
I studied Remedial Massage Therapy at Western College in Regina SK. While there I learned sports massage therapy, orthopedic assessment, muscle energy techniques and manual soft tissue work. Over the years I became interested in finding ways to treat the body more holistically. I studied Psychology, Yoga, Reiki, Craniosacral Therapy and eventually became a Yoga Therapist. By combining the modalities I’ve studied and learned I came up with something I call Yoga Integration. Please see below to read more about Yoga Integration. I believe the body has a natural ability to heal, but sometimes we need help in order for healing to occur. I aim to facilitate the body’s natural ability to heal by creating the space for that healing to occur, whether it’s a physical injury, muscle tension, stress or something deeper. I also teach massage therapy at the college level part-time, as well as continue to teach yoga and yoga workshops. In January of 2024, I began a new journey to become an Ayurvedic Health Practitioner. While I’m in school I will be offering Ayurvedic health coaching at a discounted price. I specialize in treating the following; Pre and post-orthopedic surgery, shoulder rehabilitation, fibromyalgia and physical pain, stress, anxiety, and depression. I hold certifications in the following; Registered Massage Therapist, Myofascial Cupping, Yoga Therapist, Reiki Level 3 Practitioner, Yin Yoga Certification, Restorative Yoga, Ashtanga Yoga 200hr, Advanced Yoga Teacher Training, Cranial Sacral Therapy Level 1 (Upledger).
Massage Therapy
As an experienced massage therapist, I offer focused treatments. Deep Tissue and Therapeutic treatments typically target one or two painful areas that have been causing chronic tension. I am able to treat soft tissue injuries like shoulder impingement, ligament sprains, carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, whiplash and much more. Relaxation treatments will focus on calming the body, nourishing the tissues and putting you into a peaceful state. Cupping is included as needed.
Lymphatic Drainage
A unique treatment that combines lymphatic drainage massage with abdominal visceral massage. This treatment promotes the passage of food through the digestive system, specifically the large intestine. The lymphatic drainage techniques promote the flow of lymph that may be built up in the lymph nodes and help boost the immune system. This treatment is excellent for when you're doing a cleanse. Please come with an empty stomach prior to this treatment.