What is massage therapy?

Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) in British Columbia are health care professionals committed to restoring and maintaining optimal health for their patients, focusing on the musculoskeletal and related systems of the body. They are educated to assess and treat using a wide range of techniques such as manual therapy, joint mobilization, hydrotherapy, rehabilitative exercise and patient education.

Increasingly, scientific research shows that massage therapy is an effective approach in injury management, rehabilitation and prevention, as well as decreasing pain, anxiety and stress. RMTs work with illness, injury and disability in diverse and broad patient populations.

What conditions can massage therapy help with?

Massage therapists are effective in the treatment and management of many health conditions, including but not limited to:

• Stress and anxiety

• Depression

• Whiplash

• Carpal Tunnel and other nerve impingement syndromes

• Back Pain

• Fibromyalgia

• Post-surgical care

• Perinatal/Pregnancy and Postpartum care

• Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction

• Headache

• Plantar Fasciitis

• Sports goal facilitation and injury rehabilitation

• Repetitive Strain Injury

What can I expect during my appointment?

Starting with a thorough assessment, I will work with you to design a treatment plan to address both short and long-term goals. Your treatment will be customized to your needs through a variety of techniques intended to achieve long-term health - whether that means relief from chronic pain, rehabilitation after an injury or surgery, or assisting your lifestyle and exercise goals. You will also be provided with relevant self-care in the form of strengthening, stretching and/or habitual changes intended to facilitate your road to health and empower you to continue your healing journey between appointments. I encourage my clients to play an active role in their recovery, and I strongly believe that the most effective therapy is a team effort.

How often should I be coming in?

This is different for everyone! For some, this could be weekly appointments while we address acute injury. For others it may be every few months for maintenance. We will work together to determine the ideal follow up schedule for you; taking into account your condition and treatment goals, schedule, budget, and how much self-care you are able and willing to do between appointments.

Do I need a Doctor’s referral?

For regular treatment, no referral is needed. If the cost of your appointment is to be covered by ICBC, WCB, VAC or other extended health plan, check with your provider.