At Strive Holistic, we’re passionate about what we do and all the ways we can help patients live pain free and optimal lives full of potential. Learn more to see what common massage myths need to be debunked.

At our local Edmonton massage clinic, we are located inside the Evolve Strength Gym in downtown Edmonton on the 124th street district, where we have access to many amazing amenities - including the showers and steam room. We hope you regularly access this incredible benefit at no additional cost to you pre or post massage. Consider the pre and post sauna benefits in this blog post for maximizing the benefits of your massage.

The vital role that deep and rhythmic diaphragmatic breathing plays in your massage, and how it can create a deep sense of conscious body awareness and relaxation during your treatment.

The terms for this “scraping” technique can be known as, IASTM (instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization) Gua sha, or Graston Therapy. So what is the difference between these techniques, and is there even a difference? In this blog, we'll dive into it and answer your questions.