Matthew Arnold
- Evidence-informed therapeutic massage for chronic pain.
- Targeted manual techniques to address root causes.
- Active client-participation for muscular release.
- Trauma-informed massage with clear communication and choice.
- Movement-friendly sessions to restore daily function.
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Alleviate Massage Therapy & Wellness
150 Terence Matthews Crescent, Unit A-1, Ottawa, ON, K2M 1X4
Matt understands firsthand how persistent pain can affect every aspect of life. His personal experience with chronic pain informs a therapeutic massage practice grounded in evidence-informed assessment and treatment. His focus is on helping you address the root causes of discomfort, improve function, and restore ease in your daily movement. Valuing an evidence-based approach and clinical reasoning, Matt uses targeted, therapeutic techniques tailored to your unique presentation. He has completed advanced post-graduate training focused on resolving persistent pain and movement dysfunction, which he integrates into treatment through precise movement-based interventions. He works with you to build body awareness and support long-term change. Matt’s treatments involve active participation to facilitate muscular release. Clients are asked to wear clothing that allows for comfortable movement. Guided by trauma-informed principles, Matt emphasizes clear communication, client choice, and treatment that feels predictable and collaborative. He aims to create an environment where you feel safe, respected, and supported as you navigate your healing journey.
Massage therapy is a manual manipulation of soft body tissues (muscle, connective tissue, tendons and ligaments) to enhance a person's health and well-being using specific massage techniques