Why Back Pain Is So Common (And What You Can Do About It)
If you’re dealing with back pain here in Montreal, I get it — and you’re definitely not alone. I work with so many people from across the city who are tired of feeling stiff, achy, or limited by their back pain. Whether it’s from sitting too long at a desk, lifting something the wrong way, pushing hard in training, or just the stress of daily life, back pain has a way of creeping in and sticking around.
The good news? Massage therapy can do a lot more than just give you temporary relief. When it’s done right — with a focus on your body’s unique needs — it can help ease tension, restore mobility, and support real recovery.
How Massage Therapy Can Help Your Back Pain
When someone comes to see me for back pain, I never use a cookie-cutter approach. Your pain has its own story — and I’m here to figure out what’s going on beneath the surface.
Some of the ways massage therapy helps with back pain include:
Releasing tight, overworked muscles that might be pulling on your spine or limiting your movement
Improving circulation so your body can bring healing nutrients to sore or injured areas
Helping you move better by working on mobility restrictions
Reducing stress, because let’s face it — tension in your mind often shows up in your body
My goal isn’t just to help you feel better for the day. I want to help your body work better in the long run.
What a Back Pain Massage Session Looks Like
Every back pain session I do is tailored to you. We’ll start by talking about what’s going on — where it hurts, what triggers it, how it’s affecting your life. From there, I’ll put together a plan that might include techniques like:
Deep tissue massage to target those deeper layers of muscle tension
Trigger point work to release stubborn knots
Active Release Techniques (ART) to improve movement and flexibility
Cupping therapy if we need to bring more blood flow to a problem area
It’s focused, practical work designed to help you move and feel better — not just relax for an hour.
What You Can Expect at Your First Appointment
If you’re coming in for the first time, you don’t need to worry about anything. We’ll chat about your back pain, your health history, and any goals you have — whether that’s getting through the workday without discomfort or getting back to your favourite sport. I’ll take it from there and design the session around you.
And no — you don’t need to prep or stretch or do anything special before your massage. Just come as you are.
Who I Help
I see clients from all over Montreal who are struggling with back pain — from athletes and weekend warriors to folks who spend too much time at their desks. Some are recovering from injuries, while others are just trying to stay active without pain getting in the way.
Whatever your situation, my job is to meet you where you are and help you get where you want to be.
Ready to Tackle Your Back Pain?
If you’ve been searching for massage therapy for back pain in Montreal, I’d be happy to help. You can reach out through my contact form — let’s find a time that works for you. Together, we’ll work toward getting you stronger, looser, and moving better.