Balanced Body Therapy

Balanced Body Therapy Fascia & Head/Brain Injury Therapist
Manual Osteopath, RMT
https://balancedbodytherapy.janeapp.com/ From head to toe, there's something for you!

Balanced Body Therapy incorporates several modalities to identify & resolve the root cause of what is holding your body back from being pain free & fully mobile. Vertigo & head injuries, carpel tunnel, range of motion, digestive or sleep issues, alignment of the spine and hips, etc. Some of the basics of each modality provided at Balanced Body Therapy are:

Manual Osteopathy: a gentle, non-invasive, holistic approach to restoring balance and mobility to all aspects of the body. Includes structural alignment of the hips, spine and other joints gently and painlessly, mobilization of the organs, Cranial Osteopathy (corrective craniosacral work) and fascial manipulation. Massage Therapy (Osteopathic Massage): helps improve circulation and reduce overall tension, wonderful for general aches and pains, relaxation. Typically includes aspects of osteopathic work relevant to your specific needs. Movement Therapy/Hanna Somatics: muscles do not hold tension without signals being sent from the brain. Hanna Somatic Movements allow you to sense the tension your muscles are holding onto and teaches you how to release this tension. The movements are painless and often the hidden element that's been missing from your treatments. Equine and Canine Hanna Somatics: mobile work is provided for working with horses and dogs! Lameness, general health, lead issues, and more are addressed with these treatments

*pours magnesium and electrolytes over entire lifeI've got Mag, Electrolytes, Creatine and more in stock at the clinic! ...
03/13/2026

*pours magnesium and electrolytes over entire life

I've got Mag, Electrolytes, Creatine and more in stock at the clinic! Send me a DM to help you with your order 🩵

www.balancedbodytherapy.ca

We build entire health care teams for our horses.Vet.Body worker.Farrier.Nutritionist.Saddle fitter.Trainer.We track the...
03/11/2026

We build entire health care teams for our horses.

Vet.
Body worker.
Farrier.
Nutritionist.
Saddle fitter.
Trainer.

We track their feed, their steps, their recovery days. We adjust workloads. We invest in prevention.

And then we climb into the saddle running on caffeine, tight hips, poor sleep, and “I’ll deal with it later.”

We expect balance, strength, responsiveness, and peak performance from them… while ignoring our own asymmetries, fitness, and nervous system regulation.

Your horse feels everything.
Your tension.
Your instability.
Your fatigue.

Rider fitness isn’t about aesthetics.
It’s about biomechanics, longevity, and partnership.

If your horse has a team, you should too.

Stronger rider. Clearer signals. Better outcomes for both of you.

03/10/2026

Morning routine lately:
Creatine + protein cafĂŠ mocha.

Simple. Effective. Actually supportive.

Even people who eat well often fall short on key nutrients. Modern food systems, busy lifestyles, training demands, and stress can all create nutrient gaps.
That’s why the quality of your supplements matters.

Professional-grade supplements like Designs for Health are formulated with:
• Bioactive vitamin forms your body can actually use
• Chelated minerals for better absorption
• No unnecessary fillers or artificial additives
• Strict GMP manufacturing and third-party testing

In other words… they’re designed for real clinical effectiveness, not just shelf appeal.

If you’d like to explore the full supplement line I recommend, you can order directly through my dispensary and have products shipped to your house, or I can include items in my next clinic order for pickup at Evolve Strength Royal Oak.

Browse here:
https://www.designsforhealth.ca/u/michellew

Your morning routine can do more than wake you up.
It can support your body too. ☕💪

Building a home gym?Start smart. Not excessive.You don’t need a warehouse. You need versatility.If I were building from ...
03/06/2026

Building a home gym?
Start smart. Not excessive.

You don’t need a warehouse. You need versatility.

If I were building from scratch, I’d prioritize:

• Adjustable dumbbells
• A few quality resistance bands
• Kettlebell
• Stability ball
• Sliders
• Yoga mat
• A sturdy bench or box
• Pull-up bar (if space allows)

That’s enough to train strength, stability, mobility, coordination, and conditioning without cluttering your space.

The goal isn’t aesthetic.
It’s consistency.

If it’s accessible, you’ll use it.
If you use it, you’ll adapt.

Build a space that removes excuses and supports longevity.

Don’t quit.Not on the workout that feels heavy.Not on the healthier choice that feels inconvenient.Not on the relationsh...
03/04/2026

Don’t quit.

Not on the workout that feels heavy.
Not on the healthier choice that feels inconvenient.
Not on the relationship that needs a hard conversation.
Not on the version of you that’s still becoming.

Quitting is tempting when results aren’t instant.
When progress feels slow.
When motivation dips.

But most breakthroughs don’t look dramatic.
They look like showing up again.
And again.
And again.

In fitness, consistency builds capacity.
In relationships, effort builds trust.
In life, staying builds resilience.

You don’t need to be perfect.
You just need to keep going.

Slow progress is still progress.

www.balancedbodytherapy.ca

Crying under stress isn’t weakness.It’s physiology.When the nervous system is overloaded, it has to discharge that energ...
03/02/2026

Crying under stress isn’t weakness.
It’s physiology.

When the nervous system is overloaded, it has to discharge that energy somehow. For some people it comes out as tears. For others it’s irritability, shutdown, sarcasm, silence, snapping, going cold.

Different strategies. Same biology.

Adrenaline builds. Cortisol rises. The body looks for a release valve.

We tend to judge the expression instead of understanding the mechanism.

Tears are not a character flaw.
They’re often a sign that your system is trying to regulate.

The goal isn’t to eliminate the response.
It’s to increase capacity so stress doesn’t flood you as quickly and recovery happens faster.

Your body isn’t dramatic.
It’s adaptive.

When we work with the nervous system instead of against it, those stress responses become easier to move through.

Concussions aren’t just a human thing.Our animals experience them too.Falls. Slips. Trailer incidents. Fence hits. Colli...
02/27/2026

Concussions aren’t just a human thing.
Our animals experience them too.

Falls. Slips. Trailer incidents. Fence hits. Collisions in play or sport.
Sometimes it’s obvious. Sometimes it’s subtle and shows up later.

After a head injury, you might notice:
• behavior changes
• sensitivity to touch or sound
• coordination shifts
• stiffness through the neck or poll
• altered movement patterns
• increased anxiety or reactivity

Just like us, their nervous system can stay in protection mode long after the initial event.

This is where Hanna Somatics becomes powerful.

Instead of forcing range of motion or chasing tight muscles, we gently retrain the nervous system. Slow, specific movement patterns help restore brain-to-body communication, reduce guarding, and improve coordination.

The goal isn’t just mobility.
It’s regulation.

When the brain feels safer, the body follows.

If your horse or dog hasn’t quite been the same since a fall or impact, it might not be behavioral. It might be neurological.

And that’s something we can work with.

What is Hanna Somatics?It’s brain work disguised as movement.Most chronic tension isn’t a muscle problem.It’s a nervous ...
02/25/2026

What is Hanna Somatics?

It’s brain work disguised as movement.

Most chronic tension isn’t a muscle problem.
It’s a nervous system pattern.

After stress, trauma, repetitive strain, or even just years of sitting, your brain can lose awareness and control of certain muscles. They stay contracted without you consciously choosing it.

Stretching might give temporary relief.
Massage might reduce symptoms.

But if the brain never relearns how to regulate those muscles, the tension returns.

Hanna Somatics restores communication between your brain and body through slow, specific movement sequences. You don’t get “worked on.” You learn how to release yourself.

That’s why it lasts.

If you feel like your body is constantly tight no matter what you try, this might be the missing piece.

DM or book online to experience it for yourself.

🧠 The Jaw–Pelvis RelationshipThese two areas are linked through fascia, muscle chains, and the nervous system. The tensi...
02/23/2026

🧠 The Jaw–Pelvis Relationship

These two areas are linked through fascia, muscle chains, and the nervous system. The tension doesn’t stay local. A clenched jaw can create ripple effects down the spine and into the pelvis.

Posture plays a role too.
Forward head posture, mouth breathing, and low tongue positioning change spinal mechanics, which influence pelvic tilt and core function.

And here’s the interesting part:
The jaw and pelvic floor both contribute to core stability.
Chronic jaw clenching often shows up alongside pelvic floor dysfunction, whether that’s excessive tension, weakness, or poor coordination.

✨ Small daily shifts that make a difference:

Try this for a minute or two each day:

• Rest your tongue gently on the roof of your mouth, lips closed, breathing through your nose
• Soften your jaw. Unclench your teeth. Let your shoulders drop
• Practice slow breathing before bed. Inhale 4, hold 4, exhale 6
• If you’re doing pelvic floor work, pair it with jaw relaxation and nasal breathing

When we support both ends of the system, everything in between works better.
Spine. Breath. Stability. Regulation.

The body is integrated. Treatment should be too.

Almost half of equestrian riders.44%.That’s not a rare occurrence. That’s nearly every second rider in the arena.Concuss...
02/20/2026

Almost half of equestrian riders.
44%.

That’s not a rare occurrence. That’s nearly every second rider in the arena.

Concussions aren’t just part of the sport. They’re brain injuries.
And how you recover matters just as much as how you ride.

Headaches, brain fog, neck tension, light sensitivity, anxiety, balance changes… these aren’t things you just “push through.”

If you ride, coach, parent, or compete — education and proper recovery should be part of your program.

Your brain is your best piece of equipment.
Take care of it like you would your horse.

Concussions are misunderstood.And the myths can delay real recovery.No, you don’t have to lose consciousness.No, it’s no...
02/18/2026

Concussions are misunderstood.
And the myths can delay real recovery.

No, you don’t have to lose consciousness.
No, it’s not “just a bump on the head.”
And no, complete isolation in a dark room for weeks isn’t the gold standard anymore.

Accurate information changes outcomes.

Swipe through for a few simple myths I hear all the time — and what actually supports the brain after injury.

If you or your athlete has questions about concussion recovery, reach out. Early guidance matters.

One hour of movement touches:• your brain• your muscles• your joints• your metabolism• your nervous systemThis is why co...
02/16/2026

One hour of movement touches:
• your brain
• your muscles
• your joints
• your metabolism
• your nervous system

This is why consistency matters.
Not for aesthetics. For longevity.

Move your body. It pays you back in ways you can’t see immediately — but absolutely feel over time.

Address

600, 8888 Country Hills Boulevard NW
Calgary, AB
T3R0K4

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 2pm
Thursday 8pm - 2pm
Friday 8am - 2pm

Telephone

+14034633966

Website

https://www.designsforhealth.ca/u/michellew

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Our Story

Our story begins in the spring of 2013 when Michelle first brought Manual Osteopathy to Cochrane. Being the first to offer this modality in town, she’s kept her rates lower than you’d find in Calgary. After studying Hanna Somatics Movement Therapy, a modality that teaches people how to release their own tension and can re-balance the hips/spine and improve

mobility, Michelle needed a space to teach group classes. This is what opened the doors to the clinic studio she’s occupied for the past 2.5 years.

Michelle’s desire is to continually be working herself out of a job, to always require new patients as other patient’s dysfunctions are resolved.

Balanced Body Therapy incorporates several Manual Physical Therapy modalities to identify & resolve the root cause of what is holding your body back from being pain free & fully mobile. From head to toe, there's something for you! Vertigo & head injuries, carpel tunnel, range of motion, digestive or sleep issues, alignment of the spine and hips, etc. Some of the basics of each modality provided at Balanced Body Therapy are: