Ripple Effect Massage Therapy

04/01/2026

✨ Subscapularis ✨

This is the largest of the shoulder rotator cuff muscles.

What does it do?
Internal rotation of the humerus is the main action. For example, reaching behind your back.
It also acts as a stabilizer for the shoulder joint

How do I stretch it?
Stand in a doorway with your elbow at 90° and place your forearm on the doorframe. Lean forward and away from the door to feel the stretch in the front of the shoulder.
- hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds a few times on both sides.
- stop if you feel pain

How do I strengthen it?

Attach a resistance band at elbow height. Stand with your body with the band to your side. Hold the band in your hand with your elbow at 90°. Pull the band across your body so your arm is going across your stomach.
- repeat 8-10 times on both sides for 3 sets

03/29/2026

These are things that clients often apologize for. My treatment room is a ✨judgement-free space✨
Come as you are, and let your focus be on the healing journey that you came in for! Don’t spend any energy worrying about the little things that have no effect on my ability to treat you! 🤲🏻 🫶🏻

03/05/2026

I am excited to announce that direct billing is now available!

If you have any questions, please ask!

03/04/2026

It has officially been ONE YEAR of being up and running with Ripple Effect Massage Therapy! This has been a crazy and exciting year. I have learned so much and still have so much more to learn! 🤲🏻

I am beyond grateful for everyone who has supported me inside and out of the clinic! It truly means a lot! 🩷

I’m looking forward to many more years of being an RMT!

03/01/2026

✨ Iliopsoas ✨

The iliopsoas is made up of the psoas major and the iliacus muscles. It runs from the lumbar spine and the iliac fossa, merging together and attaching to the lesser trochanter of the femur.

What does it do? 🧐
The main action of this muscle is hip flexion (bringing you knee up while in a standing position) and helps with external rotation (turning your feet outwards like a duck when standing).

This muscle is important for your posture. When this muscle gets tight and shortens, it will pull your low back into hyperlordosis, creating an exaggerated curve in the spine. This leads to discomfort in the hips and low back.

It typically becomes shortened in people who regularly work a desk job or do hobbies or activities that require you to sit for long periods of time.

How do I stretch it? 🙆🏼‍♀️
The lunge stretch is a great way to target the iliopsoas.
- kneel down on the floor (use a pillow under the knee for comfort)
- Have one foot planted in front of you and the other knee down (both knees should be at a 90º angle)
- Keep your tailbone pointed to the floor and slowly lean your hips forward
- You should feel the stretch across the front of the hip on the side that has the knee on the floor
- Hold it for 20 seconds, repeat 2-3 times each side
- STOP IF YOU FEEL ANY PAIN

How do I strengthen it? 💪🏻
Laying or standing marches.
- laying on your back or standing up straight
- Lift one knee up to your chest and hold for 3 seconds before lowering it
- Repeat with other leg
- 10-15 times per side
- STOP if you feel any pain

02/16/2026

Starting March 14th I will be open every other Saturday from 10 am - 3:30 pm!

02/13/2026

Tension in your neck and shoulders? Massage can help with that!

These areas of tension typically occur in peeople who work at a desk or who do a lot of long distance driving.

This is what I would do for a massage treatment 👇

I would suggest working on the front of the shoulders - targeting the pecs, anterior delts, and biceps. These muscles tend to be shortened and feel tight, causing the shoulders to roll forward. This puts a strain on the muscles surrounding the shoulder blades and back of the neck, which is the common area of complaint! 😅
Releasing those anterior muscles will help the posterior muscles relax and be able to sit in a more neutral position.

I would also work throughout the back and neck for a complete and balanced treatment! 🤗

If this sounds like it could be for you, don’t hesitate to book your treatment now!

📍Located in Saskatoon, on the corner of 8th st and Acadia Dr
📧 Courtney@ripple-effect-massage.ca
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02/01/2026

✨ Pectoralis Major ✨

This muscle is the large muscle that sits on the front of your chest. It runs from the sternum and clavicle and attaches to the top humerus.

What does it do?
Pec major is nicknamed the “hugging muscle” because its main roles are adduction, medial rotation, and some flexion of the arm. This means it brings your arm and shoulder forward.

This muscle is important for your posture. When this muscle gets tight and shortens, it will pull your shoulder forward and gives you that “rolled shoulder” appearance.
It typically becomes shortened in people who regularly work a desk job or do hobbies or activities that require your arms out in front of you. It also becomes short in people who are side sleepers.

How do I stretch it?
The easiest way to keep them in a neutral position is to squeeze your shoulders blades together.
For specific stretching:
- Find an empty space on a wall or a door frame and stand with it at your side
- Place your arm on the wall/door frame at a 90° angle (bend your elbow to focus on the pecs)
- Slowly lean forward and turn away from the wall, you should feel a nice stretch on the front of your chest
- Hold it for 20 seconds, repeat 2-3 times each side
- Change the height of your arm and repeat stretch to stretch all the fibers
- STOP IF YOU FEEL ANY PAIN

How do I strengthen it?
Push ups and chest presses are easy exercises to target pectoralis major.
Try doing 8-10 reps, 2-3 times a few times a week

12/02/2025

I will be closed from January 8th to January 24th 2026!
My husband and I are going on our honeymoon 😁 ☀️

If you have any questions during that time, feel free to reach out via email or DMs and I will get back to you when I can. In the meantime, make sure to book in advance to claim your spot during December and when I return in 2026.

📧: courtney@ripple-effect-massage.ca

10/09/2025

Chilly weather is here 🧡🍂 good thing I have a cozy heated table and hot compresses that can be used during your treatment!

09/24/2025

✨New addition✨

I now have a hydrocollator! 🤗

It is a moist hot compress that is used during a treatment.

Some benefits include
1. Increased circulation
2. Warms and relaxes the muscles
3. Decreases muscle spasms/cramping

Come try it out! 🙌🏻

Book online 👇🏻
https://book.click4time.com/rippleeffectmassagetherapy/book/step1

08/18/2025

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Book in for a massage today! 💆‍♀️

📍Located on the corner on Acadia Dr and 8th St E, Saskatoon

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