Our experienced therapists offer a number of specialized treatments tailored to meet your needs. If you have any questions about what we offer – just call and we’re happy to answer any questions you may have!
WHAT IS A REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST:
A Registered Massage Therapist is an individual who is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) in accordance with the Regulated Health Professionals Act and the Massage Therapy Act. Only members of the CMTO are permitted to use the title of Registered Massage Therapist or Massage Therapist, or the designation of RMT or MT.
Has completed competency-based education at a recognized school of massage therapy.
Has successfully completed examinations to ensure that they have the necessary competencies to safely and effectively offer massage therapy care.
Maintains their registration by participating in continuing education and a quality assurance program to ensure they maintain their high professional standards and quality of care.
The College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) is the regulatory body for Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) in Ontario. They protect the public interest by ensuring the competency and quality of care provided by Massage Therapists. All RMTs in Ontario are required to be registered with the CMTO. Individuals who are not registered with the CMTO are not permitted to practice massage therapy in Ontario or call themselves Massage Therapists in Ontario.
Below you'll find a brief description of each therapy we offer:
REGISTERED SWEDISH MASSAGE THERAPY:
The Swedish massage is one of the most common types of massages you can get. This type of massage involves actions like effleurage, kneading, vibration, tapping and rolling. Massage oil or lotion is used to protect the skin from friction.
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE THERAPY
A massage technique performed without oil to help release restrictions and tensions in the connective tissue of the body
an excellent technique to try for chronic pain massage therapists like to choose this technique when they get massage!
PREGNANCY SPECIFIC MASSAGE THERAPY
We treat you safely and effectively during your pregnancy massage is excellent for pain relief during pregnancy and complications that can sometimes arise (ie. varicose veins, back discomfort, sciatica) with a special pregnancy pillow for your comfort – you can actually lie on the table face-down, safely and comfortably you will be fully covered with sheets and a blanket
INFANT MASSAGE THERAPY/INFANT MASSAGE INSTRUCTION FOR PARENTS
We can massage your baby and/or teach you how to! Great for relaxation and bonding with you and baby.
CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY
A subtle and non-invasive technique wherein the Stewart uses no more pressure than the weight of their hands to help the craniosacral system of the body achieve optimal balance. Crossover to Cranio-Osteopathy / Manual Osteopathy.
REIKI
A relaxing, therapeutic energy work done over the clothing