Massage Therapy

MY GOAL – Whether it is for relaxation or specific injury/pain help to restore function, decrease pain, increase mobility and decrease stress.

 

A Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) is a manual therapist that is registered with the College of Massage Therapy of Ontario. Therapeutic massage involves the manipulation of the soft tissue structures of the body to prevent and
alleviate pain, discomfort, muscle spasm, and stress; and promote overall health and wellness.

 

What to expect from your RMT:

• a completion and review of a confidential health history form
  
• an assessment of your injuries and conditions with a musculoskeletal examination
  
• an explanation of your treatment plan and goals prior to treatment
  
• a complete treatment which may include: massage – holding, causing movement of soft tissue, and/or applying pressure to the body, myofascial work, trigger point release, hydrotherapy, transverse frictions, joint mobilization, soft tissue release, and home exercises
  
• Treatment options – relaxation, sports massage, therapeutic massage
  

What kind of things does a RMT treat?

• Stress, tension release and relaxation
  
• Enhance joint function
  
• Increase metabolism and promote the overall healing process
  
• Headaches and whiplash
  
• Sports injuries
  
• Sprains,
  strains, tendonitis, bursitis
  
• Arthritis
  
• Back and neck pain
  
• Pregnancy related symptoms
  
• Frozen shoulder
  
• Pre and post workout soreness
  
• Circulatory and respiratory conditions
  
• Computer and desk related injuries and soreness
  

A RMT must have fulfilled the academic and practical requirements before attempting registration. Registered members have successfully completed a comprehensive written theory exam and an oral practical exam developed and administered by the certification board of the CMTO. As a RMT we must present annual documentation demonstrating continued professional development to maintain their status with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.

 

Registered Massage Therapy is recognized by insurance companies, but you must check your individual plan to see what your massage therapy coverage is, not all plans are the same.

 

IN GOOD HANDS