Mariane Talbot RMT

10/22/2025

Evidence-Based Benefits of Epsom Salt Baths
Muscle soreness and recovery: Warm Epsom salt baths may help reduce muscle tension and perceived soreness after exercise or massage. Research on flotation REST therapy—where high concentrations of magnesium sulfate are used—shows improved muscle comfort and reduced fatigue (PubMed).
Skin hydration and inflammation: Magnesium-rich baths can improve skin barrier function, hydration, and help calm irritation. Studies involving mineral salts suggest positive outcomes for skin health (PubMed).
Stress relief and relaxation: Soaking in a warm Epsom salt bath helps promote circulation and calm the nervous system. While evidence on magnesium absorption is mixed, most experts agree the relaxation effect of hydrotherapy itself is highly beneficial (Medical News Today).
Digestive relief (oral use only): Under medical guidance, magnesium sulfate can be used as a short-term laxative to relieve constipation (National Geographic).

Common Myths and Misconceptions
Detoxification or “drawing out toxins” has no proven basis in clinical research (Cleveland Clinic).
Systemic absorption of magnesium through the skin remains uncertain and may vary by individual.
Chronic disease treatment with Epsom salt is not supported by current medical evidence.

For massage therapists, Epsom salt is a safe, low-cost tool that may support relaxation, skin health, and post-treatment comfort. While many traditional claims exceed current evidence, the warm soak, muscle relief, and stress reduction are undeniable. Setting realistic expectations allows therapists...

05/30/2024

Now that the nice weather is here, make sure you are aware of the toxic ingredients to avoid in your sunscreen.

Popular opinion would lead you to believe that the best way to protect yourself from skin cancer is to lather up with sunscreen and ward off the dangerous impact of UV rays. Unfortunately, research is showing that although sunscreen is effective at blocking radiation from the sun, many contain ingre...

01/25/2024

If you're looking for a good winter boot - that's warm, comfortable and good for your feet - I highly recommend these!!!
A BAREFOOT WINTER BOOT REVIEW IN -20° F
Born To Run 2 Co-Author and Running Coach Eric Orton put the Alpine to the test in harsh Wyoming winter conditions, with temperatures dipping to -20 ° Fahrenheit.
“The Alpine is the perfect balance of performance and protection, and I’ve been searching for a boot like this for the last 20 years.”

Born To Run 2 Co-Author and Running Coach Eric Orton put the Alpine to the test in harsh Wyoming winter conditions and -20° Fahrenheit temperature.

01/17/2024

Looking for an RMT to work on weekends at a busy practice at St. George Street & Bloor Street West, right across from the St. George subway station. Very convenient location. RMT will start with one day on the weekend (your choice of the day) with an opportunity to work both days in the future and possibly weekdays. DM me if interested.

60/40 split; supportive environment; possibility of mentorship if interested; we create an environment where you can grow as an RMT. www.marianetalbot.ca.

01/11/2024

MICRODOSING WITH BAREFOOT SHOES: WHAT TO KNOW

There’s a unique approach to building foot strength and improving foot health – microdosing with barefoot shoes. These zero-drop shoes are designed to mimic the feeling of walking barefoot while providing a thin, flexible sole for protection. The idea is to allow the foot to move naturally, engaging the muscles and joints that are often ignored in traditional footwear.

Iif you apply the concept of microdosing to barefoot shoes, it makes sense: adopting a gradual and measured approach transitioning from traditional, highly cushioned and overly supportive footwear to minimalist, barefoot shoes.

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12/14/2023

Pre-Season Ski Strength Training Workout - Day 3

In today's workout the first two exercises are all about raw leg strength. Choose a weight that makes it difficult for you to complete a full set of 8. The l...

12/14/2023

Pre-Season Strength for Skiing Workout 2

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12/14/2023

Pre-Season Strength for Skiing Workout 2

Day two is all about conditioning our core and legs to make sure you can keep ripping turns when the fatigue sets in. Go fast and try to maintain a steady pa...

12/14/2023

Pre-Season Strength for Skiing Workout 1

When skiing our weight is almost always on one edge while the surface beneath us, and the forces across our body change throughout the turn. Day one is all a...

10/20/2023

The Brain and Social Impacts of Early Device Exposure and Screen Time

With 95% of teens on social media, concerns over early smartphone and tablet exposure's impact on neurological and social growth are intensifying. Recent fin...

02/20/2023

Improve your health and overall well-being with a Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage massage. What you get when you book with me: I am a Registered Massage Therapist who has been practicing for 13 years. I am trained in Manual Lymphatic Drainage & Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage and have extensive knowledge and experience on how the lymphatic system and the body work.

01/19/2023

Is your neck feeling stiff, tight, or sore? INSTEAD OF stretching, do these neck CARs daily. Controlled Articular Rotations (aka CARs) improve the dynamic movement of joints. For pain-free movement in everyday life, controlled articular rotations can be a game changer.

And while heart health and muscular development may get lots of attention in conversations around fitness, mobility is just as important in your movement routine.

Joint health depends on being able to move freely and with ease (especially as you age), and having more freedom of movement can reduce those aches and pains that might interfere with your daily life. CARs target your major joints (such as the hips, spine, shoulders, and wrists) and methodically develop your range of motion (ROM) within each joint socket.

Translation: Your joints move smoothly and without pain, improving your functional fitness and ability to carry out everyday tasks.

No matter where you are in your fitness journey, there’s never a bad time to start adding controlled articular rotations to your mobility workout routine. Even if a limited range of motion or joint pain isn’t currently affecting your workouts, proactively incorporating CARs into your workout routine can help prevent immobility issues from developing later.