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Mike Johnston, RMT

Mike Johnston provides clinical massage therapy in Weyburn, SK, focused on pain relief, injury rehab, and mobility.

With over thirteen years of experience, Mike offers results-based care to help you move better, feel better, and live pain-free. Mike Johnston is a Registered Massage Therapist, Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist and RAPID Specialist in Weyburn, SK. Mike's patient-cantered approach incorporates manual treatments and corrective exercise that focus on the fascia, muscle and nervous systems to help patients find relief from pain and restored function to areas of the body that, for whatever reason, are not working properly. To book an appointment with Mike, contact the Railway Chiropractic & Massage Clinic at (306) 842-3395 or book online at www.mikejohnstonrmt.com

12/25/2025

Have a Merry Christmas everyone!

12/23/2025

And that's a wrap! I will be out of the office until Monday next week. Looking forward to a full week of Christmas celebrations. My favorite game is crokinole. What's yours?

12/17/2025

I'll be in the clinic tomorrow weather permitting. If you need to cancel, please call the clinic and leave a message 306-842-3395

12/10/2025

Good morning! Here's my Christmas and New Year's office hours. Merry Christmas!

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12/03/2025

This is a really great event that Arlyn and Alissa have created. It was so busy last year they have expanded into Friday evening. You should definitely check it out this coming Friday & Saturday!

11/28/2025

Recovering from Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) can test anyone’s patience. The stiffness and pain often linger far longer than expected, and progress can feel slow — even when you’re doing everything right.

But here’s the truth: recovery is possible, and you can play an active role in making it happen.

You just need the right approach, realistic expectations, and consistent care.

1. Healing takes time — but not forever.

Frozen shoulder doesn’t resolve overnight, and that’s okay.

Most cases progress over 9 to 18 months, moving through three overlapping stages:

☑️ Freezing: Pain and loss of motion increase.
☑️ Frozen: Stiffness peaks while pain gradually eases.
☑️ Thawing: Movement and strength return.

The goal isn’t to rush through these phases, but to support your body through them — keeping the shoulder as mobile and functional as possible along the way.

2. What you can do right now to help your recovery.

Here are a few things I often recommend to patients recovering from frozen shoulder:

✅ Keep moving (gently).
Avoid total rest — it makes stiffness worse. Use pain-free ranges of motion daily, even if they’re small. Circulation and movement help your tissues heal and prevent further adhesions.

✅ Heat before, ice after (if needed).
Gentle heat before movement can help relax muscles and fascia. If the shoulder flares afterward, use light ice for 10–15 minutes to calm inflammation.

✅ Posture matters.
Rounded shoulders and forward head posture can limit shoulder mobility further. Pay attention to how you sit, stand, and work — small posture corrections add up.

✅ Strengthen what you can.
As pain allows, begin rebuilding strength in your rotator cuff and shoulder stabilizers. The stronger your support muscles are, the easier it becomes to move freely again.

3. How treatment fits into recovery.

In the clinic, I use RAPID Neurofascial Reset to help restore movement, reduce protective tension, and free up the tissues around the shoulder capsule.

This approach targets both the physical restrictions (tight fascia and adhesions) and the neurological feedback loops that keep the shoulder “locked down.”

When paired with guided home exercises, RAPID helps shorten the frozen stage, reduce pain, and improve functional movement.

Patients often report:

✔️ Easier movement after each session
✔️ Better sleep (less night pain)
✔️ Faster return to normal daily activities

4. Managing the mental side of recovery.

Frozen shoulder can be as mentally draining as it is physical. It affects how you dress, work, exercise, and even sleep.

Be patient with yourself — healing is progress, not perfection.

Every degree of new motion, every day with less pain, is a step forward.
And consistent care — both in treatment and at home — adds up faster than you think.

5. The bottom line.

You don’t have to go through frozen shoulder alone. With the right plan, steady guidance, and targeted treatment, you can reclaim your movement and your quality of life.

If your shoulder has been stiff, painful, or limiting your daily function for more than a few weeks — it’s time to get it assessed.

Early treatment can make a lasting difference in both recovery speed and outcome.

📍 Mike Johnston RMT — Weyburn, SK
💻 www.mikejohnstonrmt.ca

🗓️ Book your appointment today and take the next step toward moving freely again.

11/27/2025

Recovering from Frozen Shoulder (Adhesive Capsulitis) can feel like a long, uphill battle — but with the right approach, the process becomes clearer, more predictable, and far less painful.

The key is understanding that frozen shoulder isn’t just about the shoulder joint — it’s about how your body, fascia, and nervous system respond to injury, pain, and protection.

Here’s what recovery actually looks like — and how treatment helps at every stage.

1. The Three Stages of Recovery — What to Expect

Stage 1: The Freezing Stage
This is when pain is at its worst and movement starts to decline. Many people describe a deep ache or sharp catch when lifting the arm, especially at night.
At this stage, the shoulder capsule is inflamed, and the nervous system is on high alert.

✔️ Goal: Calm pain and inflammation without forcing movement.
Treatment focus: Gentle, pain-free mobility work, fascial release through the chest, upper arm, and scapular region, and techniques that down-regulate the nervous system’s “guarding” response.

Stage 2: The Frozen Stage
Pain may ease somewhat, but stiffness becomes the main issue. The shoulder feels locked, and range of motion is severely reduced.

✔️ Goal: Gradually restore motion without re-triggering inflammation.
Treatment focus: Hands-on therapy like RAPID Neurofascial Reset to free up adhesions and restore glide in the shoulder capsule, along with gentle, guided movement drills to retrain proper mechanics.

This is where progress becomes visible — not overnight, but steadily.

Stage 3: The Thawing Stage
The shoulder begins to loosen and regain mobility. The key now is restoring strength and stability so that the improvements last.

✔️ Goal: Reinforce new movement and prevent relapse.
Treatment focus: Continued fascial release as needed, plus corrective exercises for rotator cuff, scapular control, and posture.

This stage often brings a noticeable return to daily function — dressing, reaching, and sleeping comfortably again.

2. How RAPID Neurofascial Reset Helps

RAPID works by addressing both the mechanical restriction in the soft tissue and the neurological feedback that keeps the shoulder “locked down.”

By combining precise movement with targeted pressure, RAPID helps:

✅ Reduce pain and inflammation
✅ Restore tissue elasticity
✅ Improve joint glide
✅ Re-educate the nervous system to allow safe, pain-free motion

Most patients notice measurable improvements in range and comfort within a few sessions, even if the overall process takes months.

3. What You Can Do Between Treatments

Consistency matters. Between sessions, I often prescribe gentle mobility work and simple, posture-based exercises to keep progress moving forward.

The goal isn’t to “stretch through” pain — it’s to support the healing process with smart movement and good communication between your brain and body.

A few key habits that help:

☑️ Apply gentle heat before movement to relax tissue.
☑️ Move the shoulder daily through pain-free ranges.
☑️ Stay patient — slow, steady progress is normal and expected.

4. What Success Looks Like

Recovering from frozen shoulder isn’t about speed — it’s about reclaiming your movement safely and completely.

Most people regain 90–100% of their shoulder function with proper treatment and time.

If your shoulder pain has lasted more than a few weeks and you’ve started losing range of motion, early intervention can make all the difference.

📍 Mike Johnston RMT — Weyburn, SK
💻 www.mikejohnstonrmt.ca

🗓️ Book your appointment today and start your recovery plan — one that meets your shoulder where it’s at.

11/25/2025

If you’ve been living with shoulder stiffness and pain that seems to get worse over time — and you can’t raise your arm the way you used to — you might be dealing with Frozen Shoulder (also called Adhesive Capsulitis).

It’s a frustrating and often misunderstood condition — one that can take months or even years to resolve without proper care.

Let’s break it down in plain language.

1. What’s actually happening.

Your shoulder joint (the glenohumeral joint) is surrounded by a capsule — a thin layer of connective tissue that allows your shoulder to move freely in all directions.

With frozen shoulder, that capsule becomes inflamed and thickened, and the tissues inside begin to form adhesions (essentially internal “stickiness”).

This dramatically limits movement and makes even simple motions — like putting on a jacket or reaching overhead — feel painful and restricted.

The condition typically follows a pattern of three stages:

⚠️ Freezing: Pain increases and range of motion decreases.
⚠️ Frozen: Pain may lessen, but stiffness is severe.
⚠️ Thawing: Gradual return of motion as the capsule loosens.

It often develops after shoulder injuries, surgeries, or periods of immobility — but sometimes it shows up seemingly out of nowhere, especially in people over 40, or those with metabolic or hormonal changes.

2. Why rest alone doesn’t solve it.

Many people assume frozen shoulder just needs rest, but inactivity can actually make things worse. The less the shoulder moves, the more restricted the capsule becomes — creating a painful cycle of stiffness and guarding.

The key is controlled, guided movement paired with targeted manual therapy that helps reduce adhesions and calm the nervous system’s protective response.

3. How I approach treatment.

In my clinic, I use RAPID Neurofascial Reset to address the soft-tissue restrictions around the shoulder capsule, chest, and upper back.

This isn’t about forcing range of motion — it’s about working with the nervous system to release tension and improve movement safely.

By restoring fascial glide and reducing protective tone, patients often experience improved range, reduced pain, and faster progression through recovery.

Treatment is always tailored to your stage of healing — we meet your body where it’s at.

4. The path forward.

Frozen shoulder takes patience, but it’s not permanent.
With the right treatment, movement work, and time, your shoulder can and will recover.

If you’ve been struggling with limited movement, night pain, or stiffness that isn’t improving — don’t wait it out. The earlier we start treatment, the faster we can help you move again.

📍 Mike Johnston RMT — Weyburn, SK
💻 www.mikejohnstonrmt.ca

🗓️ Book your assessment today and take the first step toward getting your shoulder moving again.

11/23/2025

If you sit for long periods — at a desk, in a vehicle, or even just relaxing on the couch — chances are you’ve felt it: that tight, achy feeling in the front of your hips or the back of your legs.

You stretch. You foam roll. You might even get temporary relief. But within a day or two, the tension comes right back.

Let’s talk about why that happens — and what actually works to fix it.

1. Tightness isn’t always about flexibility.

Most people assume their hips and hamstrings are tight because they’re not flexible enough.

In reality, tightness is often a stability problem, not a stretching problem.

When your body senses weakness or instability around your core or hips, it responds by tightening nearby muscles for protection. The hip flexors and hamstrings are two of the most common areas to react this way.

That means you can stretch all day — but until the underlying cause is addressed, the tightness keeps returning.

2. The sitting connection.

Sitting shortens the hip flexors (the muscles at the front of your hips) and lengthens the hamstrings in a constantly stretched position.

Over time, your nervous system adapts — your hip flexors stay locked short and your hamstrings become tense and overworked to stabilize your pelvis.

The result?
❌ Aching hips
❌ Stiff hamstrings
❌ Low back pain
❌ A general feeling of being “locked up” through the pelvis

3. Why stretching alone doesn’t fix it.

When you stretch a muscle that’s tight because it’s protecting something, it often tightens back up even more.

It’s like pulling on a seatbelt — the more you tug, the more resistance you feel.

The solution isn’t forcing it to lengthen — it’s convincing the nervous system that it’s safe to relax.

That’s where clinical treatment comes in.

4. How treatment helps reset your system.

In my clinic, I use RAPID Neurofascial Reset, a hands-on treatment that works directly with the nervous system to release deep tension in the hip flexors, hamstrings, and surrounding fascia.

Rather than simply relaxing the muscles, RAPID helps restore normal communication between your brain and body — reducing the protective tightness that keeps you stiff and sore.

Patients often notice immediate improvements:

👍 Easier movement
👍 Less pulling in the hips and legs
👍 Better posture and walking mechanics
👍 Relief from low back discomfort

5. What you can do at home.

After treatment, we focus on retraining the muscles to move properly again. Here’s a simple framework you can start with:

📌 Gentle mobility drills — hip circles, leg swings, and glute bridges.
📌 Core activation — planks, dead bugs, or bird dogs to stabilize the pelvis.
📌 Glute strengthening — squats, hip thrusts, or step-ups to rebalance muscle activity.
📌 Posture awareness — break up long sitting periods with standing or walking breaks every 30–45 minutes.

Small, consistent effort beats occasional, aggressive stretching every time.

6. The real goal: balance, not flexibility.

Healthy hips and hamstrings aren’t just loose — they’re responsive. They can contract, relax, and move through full ranges without restriction or pain.

When tension lingers despite your best efforts, it’s a sign that your body is compensating — and that’s something we can fix.

If your hips and hamstrings have felt tight for months (or years), it’s not something you have to just “live with.” With the right assessment, treatment, and follow-up plan, we can restore normal movement and help your body feel balanced again.

📍 Mike Johnston RMT — Weyburn, SK
💻 www.mikejohnstonrmt.ca

🗓️ Book your appointment today and start moving freely again.

11/22/2025

If you often wake up in the night or morning with tingling or numb fingers, you’re not alone — and it’s not something you should ignore.

Many people assume it’s just from “sleeping funny,” but recurring numbness or tingling in your hands usually points to nerve compression somewhere along the arm, shoulder, or neck. The good news? In many cases, it can be treated without medication or surgery.

1. Where the problem really starts.

Nerves that supply your hand begin in your neck, travel through the shoulder, down the arm, and into the wrist and fingers.

If any part of that pathway becomes tight — due to muscle tension, posture, or old injuries — it can irritate or compress the nerve.

Common culprits include:

✅ Tight chest or neck muscles from computer and phone posture
✅ Shoulder tension from stress or overuse
✅ Fascial restrictions in the forearm or wrist
✅ Sleeping positions that keep the wrist or elbow bent for hours

That’s why numb fingers are often not just a wrist problem.

2. Why night and morning symptoms are worse.

At night, we stay in one position for long periods. If the neck or shoulder tissues are already restricted, that stillness increases pressure on the nerve — leading to that familiar tingling or “asleep” feeling in your hands.

When you wake and start moving, circulation improves and the numbness fades… but the restriction remains. Over time, it tends to get worse and last longer.

3. How treatment helps.

In my clinic, I use RAPID Neurofascial Reset — a hands-on treatment designed to release tension and free up nerve pathways from neck to wrist.

By improving tissue glide and calming the nervous system, we can often relieve symptoms and restore proper sensation in the hands.

Patients frequently notice:

👌 Less tingling and numbness
👌 Better grip strength
👌 Improved comfort when sleeping or working at a desk

4. Don’t wait for it to become carpal tunnel.

The earlier you address nerve irritation, the faster it can recover. When left untreated, nerve compression can lead to chronic pain, weakness, or lasting numbness — but with the right care, most cases improve quickly.

If you’ve been waking up with numb fingers, your body is giving you a clear signal. Let’s find where it’s coming from and fix it before it gets worse.

📍 Mike Johnston RMT — Weyburn, SK
💻 www.mikejohnstonrmt.ca

🗓️ Book your appointment today and start waking up symptom-free.

11/20/2025

You’ve probably heard it before: “Just rest and it’ll get better.”

And while rest has its place, when it comes to soft-tissue injuries — like muscle strains, sprains, or repetitive-use pain — rest alone often isn’t enough. In fact, too much rest can actually make recovery slower and increase your risk of re-injury.

Here’s why.

1. Your body heals through movement.

When you stop moving completely, blood flow decreases and the tissues that need oxygen and nutrients for repair don’t get enough stimulation.

Gentle, guided movement helps align new collagen fibers, keeping muscles and fascia flexible as they heal. Without that movement, scar tissue can form in a stiff, tangled pattern — leading to weakness, tightness, and recurring pain.

That’s why the phrase should really be “active recovery,” not just rest.

2. Pain-free movement tells the nervous system you’re safe.

After an injury, your nervous system becomes protective. It may tighten nearby muscles or limit your range of motion to prevent further harm.

The right kind of treatment — like RAPID Neurofascial Reset — helps calm that protective response and retrain your body to move confidently again. This isn’t about “pushing through pain.” It’s about safely restoring communication between your brain and the injured area.

3. Rest helps you recover — but movement helps you heal.

Sleep, hydration, and nutrition all play important roles. But true recovery happens when tissues regain their natural glide, strength, and coordination.

That’s what we focus on in treatment:

✔️ Releasing restricted fascia and muscle tension
✔️ Improving circulation
✔️ Restoring proper joint mechanics
✔️ Teaching you how to move again without pain

If you’ve been resting for weeks and still aren’t feeling better, your body might be asking for more than downtime — it’s asking for guidance.

📍 Mike Johnston RMT — Weyburn, SK
💻 www.mikejohnstonrmt.ca

🗓️ Book an appointment today and start healing — not just resting.

11/18/2025

If you’ve been living with stiff, sore knees — especially in the morning or after sitting for a while — you’re not alone. Osteoarthritis of the knee is one of the most common conditions I see in the clinic, and it affects people of all ages, not just seniors.

The good news? There’s a lot you can do to manage it — and it doesn’t always mean giving up the activities you love.

1. Movement is medicine.

When your knees ache, your first instinct is usually to rest. But too much rest can make things worse.

Joints need movement to stay healthy — it keeps cartilage nourished and maintains flexibility in the surrounding muscles and fascia.

The key is smart movement — gentle, controlled exercise that strengthens without irritating the joint.

Low-impact activities like walking, cycling, swimming, or even rucking (walking with a weighted backpack) can help improve circulation and joint function while reducing stiffness.

2. Strengthen what supports the knee.

Your knees don’t work alone — they depend on strong hips, glutes, hamstrings, and quads for stability.

When these muscles weaken, the joint takes more load than it should, leading to pain and inflammation.

In my treatment plans, I often include simple corrective exercises like:

✅ Step-ups or sit-to-stands from a chair
✅ Gentle resistance band work for hip and glute strength
✅ Controlled squats or lunges (within pain-free range)
✅ You don’t need to train like an athlete — just move consistently and build balanced strength.

3. Hands-on treatment to reduce tension.

In the clinic, I use RAPID Neurofascial Reset, a treatment designed to release tight muscles and fascia around the knee, hips, and legs.

When tension builds up in the surrounding tissues, it can restrict joint motion and add to the grinding or aching sensations people associate with arthritis.

By releasing these restrictions and improving tissue glide, we can often reduce pain and restore smoother movement — even when arthritis is already present.

Many of my patients notice that their knees feel “lighter” and more stable after just a few treatments.

4. Manage inflammation and recovery.

Simple habits can go a long way:

✅ Use gentle heat before movement and ice after activity if swelling occurs.
✅ Stay hydrated — healthy fascia and cartilage rely on water.
✅ Prioritize sleep — recovery happens when you rest, not just when you move.
✅ And if you’re carrying extra weight, even modest weight loss can significantly reduce stress on the knees — every pound lost can take several pounds of pressure off each step.

5. You can live with arthritis — and still move well.

Arthritis doesn’t mean your knees are “done.” It means the tissues need more care, strength, and attention. With the right treatment and movement approach, most people can regain function, reduce pain, and stay active for years to come.

If your knees have been slowing you down, there’s a way forward — one that doesn’t start with injections or surgery.

📍 Mike Johnston RMT — Weyburn, SK
💻 www.mikejohnstonrmt.ca

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Mike Johnston is a Registered Massage Therapist in Weyburn, SK.

He specializes in therapeutic myofascial release techniques and exercise that directly address areas of the body that are experiencing pain, restriction and dysfunction.

Mike completed a Kinesiology Degree at the University of Regina prior to studying Remedial Massage Therapy at Western College. He is a Registered Massage Therapist with the Massage Therapy Association of Saskatchewan and is a Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist with the National Strength & Conditioning Association.

He currently serves as a Strength & Conditioning Consultant with the Saskatchewan Sports Medicine & Science Council and coaches with the Weyburn Wrestling Club.