Mike Johnston, RMT

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

If you’ve been living with shoulder stiffness and pain that seems to get worse over time — and you can’t raise your arm ...
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.

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: ...
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.

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

You’ve probably heard it before: “Just rest and it’ll get better.”And while rest has its place, when it comes to soft-ti...
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.

If you’ve been living with stiff, sore knees — especially in the morning or after sitting for a while — you’re not alone...
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

🗓️ Book online anytime

If you’ve been spending long hours on a screen — whether it’s at work, scrolling your phone, or watching TV — and you’ve...
11/16/2025

If you’ve been spending long hours on a screen — whether it’s at work, scrolling your phone, or watching TV — and you’ve started to notice headaches, neck tension, or fatigue around your eyes, you’re not imagining it.

Eye strain isn’t just about tired eyes. It can influence your whole body, especially your neck, shoulders, and even jaw.

1. 🫣 What actually happens with eye strain.

When you focus on a screen or small text for long periods, the tiny muscles inside and around your eyes stay contracted. Over time, this creates tension not only around the eyes but through the fascia that connects into the forehead, temples, jaw, and neck.

The result?

⚠️ Headaches that start behind your eyes or temples
⚠️ Tightness in the neck or upper shoulders
⚠️ A heavy, tired feeling in your face
⚠️ Sensitivity to light or blurry vision after long work sessions
⚠️ It’s a full-body response — not just a visual one.

2. Why it spreads beyond your eyes.

Your visual system works closely with your postural system. When your eyes strain, your head tends to lean forward slightly, and your neck muscles tighten to stabilize it.

Over time, that constant micro-strain can lead to neck pain, jaw clenching, and even tension headaches. It’s all connected — vision, posture, and muscle tone work together more than most people realize.

3. How treatment helps.

In my clinic, I often treat patients with eye strain symptoms through a combination of RAPID Neurofascial Reset and targeted soft-tissue work.

By releasing tension through the scalp, temples, jaw, and neck, we can calm down the overactive muscles that feed into the discomfort around your eyes. There are also muscles that control the eye that can be treated to help reduce stress and tension.

Patients often describe feeling lighter, clearer, and surprised by how much tension they’d been holding without realizing it.

4. Small daily changes make a big difference.

Here are a few ways to reduce strain at home:

✅ Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds.
✅ Adjust your screen height so you’re looking slightly down, not forward or up.
✅ Blink often — it helps keep your eyes lubricated and relaxed.
✅ Take short movement breaks — roll your shoulders, stretch your neck, breathe deeply.

These simple habits, paired with regular treatment, can make a huge difference.

If your eyes, head, or neck have been feeling tight and heavy lately, it might not be your vision alone — it could be your muscles and fascia reacting to constant screen use.

Let’s release that tension and reset your system.

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

🗓️ Book your treatment online anytime — your eyes (and neck) will thank you.

If you’ve been told you might have carpal tunnel syndrome, you’ve probably heard the same advice over and over — rest it...
11/15/2025

If you’ve been told you might have carpal tunnel syndrome, you’ve probably heard the same advice over and over — rest it, wear a brace, and if that doesn’t work… surgery.

But here’s the thing — not every case of carpal tunnel needs surgery.
In fact, many of the people I see in the clinic find relief with conservative, hands-on treatment once we identify what’s actually causing the problem.

Let’s unpack that.

1. What’s really going on in “carpal tunnel.”

The carpal tunnel is a narrow passageway in your wrist where the median nerve travels through. When the tissues around it become tight, inflamed, or irritated, that nerve gets compressed — leading to pain, tingling, or numbness in the fingers and hand.

But here’s where it gets interesting: not all “carpal tunnel” symptoms come from the wrist.

The median nerve runs all the way from your neck, through the shoulder and elbow, and down into your hand.

If tension exists anywhere along that pathway — the neck, chest, forearm, or wrist — the nerve can be irritated. And when that happens, it often mimics true carpal tunnel syndrome.

That’s why treating only the wrist sometimes doesn’t solve the problem.

2. My approach: follow the nerve, not the noise.

In my clinic, I use RAPID Neurofascial Reset, a hands-on treatment that focuses on releasing tight muscles and fascia along the entire nerve pathway — from the neck and shoulder down to the forearm and wrist.

This technique works directly with the nervous system to calm irritation and improve mobility in the tissues that surround and compress the nerve.

Patients often feel a difference right on the table — tingling eases, strength returns, and the “heavy hand” sensation lightens.

3. Why surgery isn’t always the answer.

Surgery can be a powerful tool for severe, confirmed compression cases — but it’s not the first step for most people.

Many mild to moderate cases improve dramatically once the mechanical restrictions are released and proper nerve mobility is restored. I’ve seen patients avoid surgery entirely just by addressing tension in the forearms, pectorals, and neck that were choking off nerve flow long before the wrist was even involved.

If you’ve had pain, numbness, or tingling in your hand for weeks or months, don’t assume it’s something you just have to live with.

4. Healing is about restoring freedom of movement.

My goal isn’t just to take away the pain — it’s to help you move, work, and live without fear of it coming back. That means:

Releasing the soft tissue tension causing compression

Restoring nerve mobility

Teaching you simple movement and posture corrections to prevent recurrence

Hands-on therapy, when done precisely, can change how your body functions — not just how it feels.

If your hands are tingling, aching, or waking you up at night, don’t jump straight to surgery. Let’s look at the real cause and get you moving again.

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

🗓️ Book online anytime

11/12/2025

Good morning! I am back in the clinic today with a couple openings this week. If you are looking to get an appointment you can call the clinic at 306-842-3395 or book online at

Expert Massage Therapist in Weyburn for whiplash, sciatica, frozen shoulder & plantar fasciitis. Get relief & book today!

If you’ve ever had pain or tightness in your jaw that just won’t quit — clicking, popping, headaches, ear pressure, or e...
11/12/2025

If you’ve ever had pain or tightness in your jaw that just won’t quit — clicking, popping, headaches, ear pressure, or even neck tension — there’s a good chance your TMJ (temporomandibular joint) is part of the problem.

A lot of people don’t realize that Registered Massage Therapists can treat TMJ dysfunction — and that it can be incredibly effective when done properly. I’ve helped many patients find relief from jaw pain, tension headaches, and even chronic neck issues that were all linked to how the jaw was moving.

Here’s what you should know:

1. TMJ pain isn’t just “in your jaw.”

Your jaw connects to your skull right in front of your ears — but it’s also tied into the muscles of your face, neck, and even shoulders. When these areas get tight or out of balance, it changes how your jaw opens and closes.

That tension can trigger:

⚠️ Clicking or popping when you chew or yawn
⚠️ Pain in the jaw or ears
⚠️ Headaches and facial tension
⚠️ Limited mouth opening or locking sensations
⚠️ Neck and shoulder tightness

In short: if your jaw isn’t happy, the rest of your upper body often isn’t either.

2. My approach to TMJ treatment.

I use a combination of RAPID Neurofascial Reset and targeted soft-tissue techniques to release tension around the jaw, neck, and upper shoulders.

TMJ work doesn’t always mean “inside the mouth” (though in some cases, intraoral work is appropriate and safe when needed). Most of the time, I start by working through the external muscles that control jaw movement — the masseters, temporalis, pterygoids, and upper neck fascia.

By addressing these muscles in the right sequence, we can help restore proper joint alignment, ease pain, and reduce clenching or grinding.

3. It’s not just about the jaw — it’s about balance.

TMJ issues are often linked to posture, stress, and breathing habits. When your shoulders round forward or your head sits slightly ahead of your spine (think desk work or phone scrolling), it puts strain through the entire jaw and neck complex.

That’s why my approach always includes a full assessment — not just “where it hurts.” We treat the root cause, not just the symptoms.

4. What patients often notice after TMJ treatment:

👉 Less clenching or grinding (especially at night)
👉 Reduced ear and temple pressure
👉 Fewer headaches
👉 Easier chewing and speaking
👉 Lighter, looser feeling in the face and neck

It’s incredible how much tension can hide in such a small area — and how much better you feel when it’s released.

If you’ve been living with jaw pain, clicking, or headaches and never realized treatment was an option — it’s time to change that.

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

🗓️ Book online anytime

Today we pause to remember the men and women who served — and those who never made it home.Their courage and sacrifice g...
11/11/2025

Today we pause to remember the men and women who served — and those who never made it home.

Their courage and sacrifice gave us the freedom we live with every day.

To our veterans, and to those still serving — thank you.

We will not forget.

One week it’s your shoulder.The next week, it’s your lower back.Then, out of nowhere, your hip or neck starts to ache — ...
11/09/2025

One week it’s your shoulder.

The next week, it’s your lower back.
Then, out of nowhere, your hip or neck starts to ache — even though you haven’t injured it.

Sound familiar?

It’s one of the most common questions I get in the clinic:
“Why does my pain move around?”

The short answer is — because your body is incredibly good at adapting.
And sometimes, that adaptability comes with a cost.

1. Pain moves because your body compensates.

When one area of the body gets tight, weak, or restricted, other areas step up to pick up the slack.

For example:

If your hip doesn’t move well, your low back might twist or bend more to help you reach.

If your shoulder is restricted, your neck muscles start doing the heavy lifting.

If your foot mechanics are off, your knees and hips start absorbing extra strain.

At first, these compensations are subtle — your body keeps you moving. But over time, the tension shifts from one area to another, and pain “moves” as different tissues get overloaded.

It’s not random. It’s your body’s way of asking for balance.

2. The role of fascia — your body’s internal web.

Beneath your skin lies a network called fascia — a continuous web of connective tissue that links every muscle, joint, and organ in your body.

When part of that web becomes restricted (from injury, surgery, poor posture, or even stress), the tension doesn’t stay local. It travels.

That’s why a tight scar on your abdomen can affect your back, or old ankle injuries can change how your shoulder moves.

Pain migrates because everything is connected.

3. Your nervous system plays a big role.

Pain isn’t just mechanical — it’s also neurological.

Your nervous system is constantly scanning for threat or overload. When one area becomes irritated, the nervous system can “turn up the volume” in surrounding tissues to protect you.

That’s why you might feel sore in new areas after a stressful week, a poor night’s sleep, or a long drive. Your system is reacting to load, not just location.

4. How treatment helps bring stability back.

In my clinic, I use RAPID Neurofascial Reset, a hands-on treatment that works directly with both the fascial system and the nervous system to restore normal movement and reduce protective tension.

Instead of just chasing where it hurts, we trace why it hurts — following the chain of restriction until we find the true source.

Patients are often surprised when treating their hip improves their shoulder, or when working on an old scar helps release their low back.

That’s the beauty of treating the body as an integrated system — not a collection of separate parts.

5. What you can do right now.

If your pain keeps moving around, it’s not a mystery — it’s a message.
Your body is adapting, compensating, and asking for help to restore balance.

The sooner we identify and treat the cause, the faster your body can reset and get back to pain-free movement.

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

🗓️ Book your assessment today and let’s find out what your body’s been trying to tell you.

That first step out of bed in the morning can tell you a lot about your body.If your feet hit the floor and you immediat...
11/08/2025

That first step out of bed in the morning can tell you a lot about your body.

If your feet hit the floor and you immediately feel a sharp, burning, or stabbing pain — especially in your heels or arches — you’re not alone. It’s one of the most common complaints I see in the clinic, and it often points to a condition called plantar fasciitis.

Let’s unpack what’s really going on, why it happens, and how I approach it differently to help my patients get lasting relief.

1. Morning foot pain is a signal — not just soreness.

When the connective tissue (the plantar fascia) under your foot becomes tight or irritated, it stops gliding the way it should. Overnight, that tissue shortens slightly while you sleep. Then, when you stand up and stretch it suddenly with your first steps, it pulls — and that’s the pain you feel.

For many people, this pain eases after walking a few minutes, only to return later in the day — especially after long periods of standing, driving, or sitting.

But here’s the truth: the problem usually doesn’t start in your foot alone.

2. The real cause often starts higher up.

Your feet are at the end of a kinetic chain that includes your calves, hamstrings, hips, and even your lower back.

When any of those areas are tight, weak, or moving poorly, the load gets pushed downward — and your plantar fascia takes the hit. It’s like having one bad link in a chain: eventually, the weakest point gives out.

That’s why rolling a golf ball under your foot or stretching your calves might help temporarily, but won’t solve the problem long-term if the deeper mechanical issues aren’t addressed.

3. My approach: release the tissue, reset the system.

I use a technique called RAPID Neurofascial Reset — a hands-on, movement-based treatment that works directly with the nervous system to release tight fascia, reduce inflammation, and restore normal movement patterns.

This isn’t a “spa-style” massage. It’s a clinical, interactive treatment where we gently move through specific ranges of motion while I work on the affected tissues. It’s focused, efficient, and effective — often producing noticeable results within a few sessions.

Many patients are surprised when we treat not just their feet, but also their calves, hips, and even lower back — because all of these structures influence how much stress the plantar fascia has to absorb.

4. Restore balance — so the pain doesn’t come back.

Once the tissue tension is released, I guide patients through simple exercises to strengthen and support the feet and lower legs. This might include calf raises, arch activation, or balance drills that retrain how your body distributes weight through each step.

It’s not about doing more — it’s about moving better.
The goal isn’t just to get rid of pain — it’s to keep it away.

5. When to take it seriously.

If your feet hurt every morning or after long periods of sitting, don’t wait for it to “go away.”Plantar fascia pain rarely resolves on its own because every step you take keeps re-irritating it.

The earlier we treat it, the faster you recover — and the less likely it is to develop into chronic heel pain that lingers for months or even years.

You don’t have to live with pain every time you stand up.
If mornings have become something you dread, it’s time to get to the root of the problem.

Clinical, hands-on treatment combined with movement correction can make your mornings pain-free again — one step at a time.

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

🗓️ Book online anytime

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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.