What is Massage Therapy?

Massage therapy spans a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, working to improve an individual’s health and well-being. It involves the manipulation of joints and soft tissues (i.e., muscles, skin, connective tissue, tendons and ligaments) using a range of techniques such as, Swedish-style massage, hydrotherapy, craniosacral therapy, rhythmic mobilizations, myofascial therapy and remedial exercise. These techniques help to reduce and prevent stress, tension and the discomfort of injuries or chronic conditions, and they support the body’s own natural healing process.

Massage therapy can help in the rehabilitation of various injuries and can offer an effective treatment for many conditions including:

• Headaches and migraines
• Back and neck pain (whiplash)
• Sprains, strains, muscle spasms
• Tendinitis, bursitis
• Arthritis
• TMJ dysfunction
• Tennis and golfer’s elbow
• TOS and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Stress reduction
• Constipation

Why Choose Our Registered Massage Therapists?

Our Etobicoke team consists of certified and experienced RMTs who are committed to providing personalized care tailored to your specific needs. In addition to specifically addressing problem areas, massage can improve these conditions by treating the body as a whole. Treating the whole body allows us to find the root cause of the condition and work on any compensatory patterns that may occur throughout the body, secondary to the primary cause. Whether you’re dealing with pain from an injury or just need to relax and recharge, we ensure a safe, comfortable, and healing environment.

Types of Massage Techniques We Offer

Every massage we provide is tailored to your unique needs. Based on your health history and current condition, our RMTs will adjust techniques to ensure you receive the most effective and appropriate care.

Swedish Massage
The classic go-to for relaxation. Swedish massage uses long, flowing strokes, kneading, and circular motions to improve circulation, release muscle tension, and soothe your nervous system. It’s like a spa day for your whole body.

Deep Tissue Massage
For those deeper aches and persistent knots, deep tissue massage targets the underlying layers of muscle and connective tissue. It’s ideal for chronic tension, injury recovery, or when your muscles are just plain grumpy.

Sports Massage
Whether you’re training hard or just always on the move, sports massage keeps your body game-ready. This technique helps prevent injuries, enhances performance, and supports faster recovery. Pro tip: you don’t need to be an athlete to benefit.

Trigger Point Therapy
Ever feel pain in one spot that’s actually coming from another? Trigger point therapy zooms in on those sneaky muscle knots, applying focused pressure to release tension and reduce referred pain.

Prenatal Massage
Expecting? Prenatal massage is designed to support you through the changes of pregnancy. Gentle and nurturing, it eases aches, reduces swelling, and offers well-deserved comfort.

Myofascial Release
This technique works with your fascia—the web-like connective tissue that supports your muscles. With slow, sustained pressure, we help restore movement, reduce discomfort, and improve flexibility.

Craniosacral Therapy
A subtle, gentle hands-on technique that works with the rhythmic system of the craniosacral system (brain and spinal cord area). It’s deeply relaxing and often used to relieve headaches, stress, and nervous system imbalances.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage
A gentle, rhythmic massage designed to encourage the natural drainage of lymph fluids. It helps reduce swelling, support immune function, and detoxify the body—great for post-surgery recovery or chronic inflammation.

Cupping Therapy
Cupping involves placing suction cups on the skin to increase blood flow, release fascial restrictions, and reduce muscle tension. It can leave temporary marks—but clients swear by the results!.

Aromatherapy Massage:
Relaxation meets sensory bliss. This massage blends Swedish or deep tissue techniques with essential oils chosen to boost mood, calm stress, or energize your senses. It’s your body and mind in perfect harmony.

The Facts: Registered Massage Therapists

A massage therapist is a regulated health professional. Only members of the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario are permitted to use the title Massage Therapist or Registered Massage Therapist and attach the MT or RMT designations to their names. Massage therapists have completed a two or three-year diploma program from a recognized massage therapy school and participate in a Quality Assurance Program that assists them in the maintenance of high professional standards and quality care of their clients.

If you have any concerns about the care you receive from a massage therapist, contact the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario at (416) 489-2626 ext. 116, or toll free in Ontario at 1-800-465-1933 ext. 116.