The body can take a beating in the winter months in Mississauga. Chilly weather, scaled-back activities, and tight muscles often contribute to aches, joint pain, and tension. At Dixie Physiotherapy & Wellness, we’ve come across many patients who experience muscle pain in the winter—but they may find a solution through massage therapy.
Here, industry pros share their top tips for how massage therapy can relieve winter muscle pain and keep your body feeling great.
Why Winter Causes More Muscle Pain
Your body feels the cold in multiple ways:
Decreased blood circulation, leading to increased muscle tension.
Reduction of exercise, leading to stiffness and loss of mobility
Cold-induced muscle contraction increases tension.
Slippery situation, falling, or with minor injuries
Together, these factors can exacerbate chronic pain, old injuries, and everyday muscle soreness.
Why is massage helpful during the winter?
Massage is the best remedy for muscle pain in winter. Benefits include:
- Better blood circulation, to keep the muscles warm and flexible
- Reduced muscle stiffness and spasms
- Joints, soft tissue pain relief
- Decrease in stress, since increased stress can make us more sensitive to pain
- Enhanced flexibility and ease of movement
Frequent massages may prevent more common aches from becoming chronic problems.
Best Massage Therapy Tips for Winter Pain Relief
Book Regular Massage Sessions
Consistency matters. A massage every 2-4 weeks during the winter season can reduce cold-related aches and pains that accumulate, as well as help maintain muscle health.
Choose the Right Massage Type
Physiotherapists, as required, and depending on what you need, our Registered Massage Therapists (RMT) will suggest either: All Massage is performed under the supervision of our Chiropractors or
- Deep Tissue Massage for tension and chronic aches
- Swedish Massage For Relaxation And Circulation
- For Injury Prevention and Recovery Therapeutic Massage
- The therapist will tailor the treatment to your symptoms.
Stay Active Between Appointments
Gentle stretches, walking, yoga, and light weight training also keep muscles warmed up and flexible for more effective massage work.
Keep Your Muscles Warm
Wear layers, use heating pads as needed, and don’t go from being naked to suddenly cold to help relieve muscle tension.
Hydrate and Rest
Hydration and sleep help muscles recover more effectively after massage therapy and daily activities.
Book Your Winter Massage Today
Don’t let winter’s muscle aches slow you down. Massage will help keep you active, comfortable, and pain-free throughout the season.
Book your massage therapy appointment with Dixie Physiotherapy & Wellness in Mississauga today and get the pain relief you can feel this winter.