Mingyu Park

Min moved to Vancouver from Korea to study English and quickly fell in love with BC’s west coast. Here, Min was introduced to massage therapy through a friend. From then on, he knew that massage therapy was what he wanted to do! Min is known for his strength and skill in the treatment room. 

Min’s treatments reflect his belief in the harmony of the body and the mind. While helping you heal through manual therapy, Min also focuses on the restorative power of the breath to help you recover. His thorough knowledge of joint mobilization, myofascial release, trigger point massage and more ensures that all his patients are in the best hands!

As a lover of fitness himself, Min understands the importance of movement and health in your body. He has had extensive experience working with high-performance clients in the dance and rock-climbing world, and aims to get his clients back up and running in no time!

When Min is not in the clinic, he loves to work out at the gym, visit the local trails and have a good barbecue with his friends!

Education and Training

• Langara College, Diploma of Registered Massage Therapy

Pricing

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Treatment and Techniques

• myofascial release
• trigger point release
• joint mobilization
• Swedish massage
• acute and chronic pain
• back, neck and shoulders
• postural adjustments

What is a trigger point?

A trigger point is a band of muscular fibers that have become tense and sensitive from repetitive use, strain and injury. Trigger points create referral pain and further strain throughout the muscle.

What is a trigger point release massage?

This type of treatment focuses on releasing the tender, tight muscle fibers that cause pain through a targeted approach. This often involves applying direct pressure, manipulation and stretch to the trigger point area in order to stimulate blood flow to the muscle and help release the trigger point. It can sometimes cause slight discomfort, but your therapist will consult with you about pressure before and during the treatment.

What are the benefits of trigger point release?

• improved flexibility, improved range of motion
• decrease in tension and pain
• improved posture, especially for desk-workers
• decreased headaches and migraines
• increase feelings of relaxation