Our services
All specialized treatments for MLD, Dry Cupping, Reflexology, and Cranial-Sacral are offered by RMTs. Insurance receipts can be issued for Registered Massage Therapy.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Offered by Karen Hanning, RMT
MLD For Minor Injuries and Overall Wellness:
Gentle Touch, Profound Healing
Discover the harmony of massage and manual lymph drainage. Combining the soothing art of massage with the specialized technique of manual lymph drainage, this approach gently encourages your body's natural detoxification process. By stimulating the lymphatic system, it helps reduce swelling, promotes healing after surgery, and supports your immune system. Experience a unique blend of relaxation and therapeutic benefits, tailored to nurture your well-being and guide you on a path to better health.
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MLD is a gentle, non-invasive technique that helps to stimulate the lymphatic system and improve lymphatic fluid flow. MLD is proven to be effective in re-directing the fluid to alternate (unaffected) lymphatic pathways resulting in a reduction of swelling.
Common conditions that benefit from MLD are:
Joint swelling and muscle pain from acute and chronic injuries
Arthritis
Migraines and headaches
Fluid retention Stress
General immune health and overall wellness
Breast health
ADVANCED MLD Techniques and Combined Decongestive Therapy:
Depending on the condition, MLD can be incorporated into a full spectrum therapy plan called Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT).
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The 4 steps of Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT) are:
- Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD)
- Compression - The use of compression bandages and/or a compression garment is used to further reduce, and maintaining the size of the affected limb.
- Remedial Exercise and Breathing – To help further promote venous and lymphatic flow.
- Skin Care – Cleansing and moisturizing with antibacterial and ph neutral products to help prevent infections and keep the skin soft and supple so that it does not dry or crack.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage as part of Combined Decongestive Therapy have been proven to be effective treatments to remove excess fluid and swelling from the tissues and can used for the following conditions:
Primary and Secondary Lymphedema Venous Insufficiency Hip and Knee replacement Acute and Chronic inflammatory conditions (sprains and strains) Cosmetic surgeries Sinusitis Concussion Bell’s Palsy Meniere’s Syndrome Chronic Bronchitis Downs Syndrome Multiple Schlerosis
MLD combined with CDT is only offered by Karen Hanning, RMT who has completed advanced training through the Dr. Vodder School of MLD
Karen's clinic hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursdays from 9:30am - 2:30pm For more information, questions or booking inquiries, please email Karen, click the link below.
RMT Reflexology
Offered by Joyce Szeto, RMT
Reflexology makes an excellent complement to a massage therapy treatment. Joyce has taken additional training in Reflexology and can implement it into her treatments to help clients achieve deeper relaxation, alleviate stress, and promote healing for specific conditions or areas of the body.
You can choose to incorporate Reflexology into a massage session or enjoy the full treatment on your feet. Reflexology sessions start similar to a standard massage treatment with a patient health history intake and assessment. Because the treatment is performed by an RMT, a receipt for Massage Therapy can be issued for insurance purposes.
Dry Cupping
Offered by Mandy, Jessica, Kristin and Sjoukje
Dry Cupping:
Soothing Massage Meets Cupping Therapy An ancient technique for modern wellness.
Blending the calming power of massage with the therapeutic technique of cupping, this treatment offers a unique experience that targets both stress and physical discomfort. Cupping, a practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine, involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This helps to increase blood flow, relieve muscle tension, and promote cell repair. Together with massage, it provides a deeply soothing and rejuvenating session, designed to enhance your overall well-being and address specific areas of concern.
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The Dry Cupping Approach targets deeper structures and aids in releasing fascial restrictions around muscles, tendons, and joints which helps to increase range of motion and decrease pain.
Cupping is recognized by the World Health Organization as an effective treatment. With modern understanding of microbiology and pathology, blood-letting techniques have been mostly abandoned. When no bleeding is involved it is called dry cupping, which is practiced in western society today.
Cupping is effective because of the suction action which draws new blood to the skin in a process called neovascularization. This process often leaves the patient with ecchymosis (blood between skin layers) and bruising, caused by ruptured blood vessels. Cupping increases extra-cellular fluid and ground substance between layers of fascia which allows for better slide and glide of tissue layers over one another (mutual allowance). Your therapist will gage how much suction is necessary and will customize treatments depending on tolerance, resilience, and tissue integrity.
Movement is advised after a cupping treatment to encourage blood flow in and out of the area treated. Movement with range can be extremely beneficial for the promotion of new ground substance and how the fibrous materials settle. The goal is to establish a more adaptive pattern which will reduce pain and increase range of motion.
Cranial-Sacral Therapy
Offered by Eleanore Scott, RMT
Blending massage with cranial-sacral therapy for deep relaxation.
Imagine a therapy that eases your mind while thoroughly relaxing your body, blending the nurturing touch of massage with the gentle, healing approach of cranial sacral therapy.
This unique combination not only relieves physical tension but also balances the nervous system, promoting a sense of deep tranquility. It's ideal for those seeking relief from stress, headaches, and chronic pain, offering a pathway to improved well-being and a more balanced state of mind.
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Cranial-Sacral Therapy does not involve any spinal manipulations or adjustments but focuses on the use of gentle, light-touch therapies to align the structural integrity of the body. Restrictions can be detected and corrected using simple methods of touch.
The CST practitioner uses his or her hands to evaluate the cranial-sacral system by gently feeling various locations of the body to test for and release restrictions in any tissues influencing the craniosacral system.
By normalizing the environment around the brain and spinal cord and enhancing the body's ability to self-correct, Cranial-Sacral Therapy is able to alleviate a wide variety of dysfunctions, from chronic pain and sports injuries to stroke and neurological impairment.
Cranial-Sacral Therapy is beneficial for all ages:
Recurrent ear infections Facial asymmetries and eye motor problems Learning disabilities, A.D.D., A.D.H.D Developmental delays, autism Headaches Concussion, and post concussion symptoms Tinnitus, hearing loss and vertigo TMJ syndrome Stress disorders and insomnia Muscle and joint pain or injury
Offered by Eleanore Scott, RMT
Fee Schedule
• 90 Minutes $159.29 + HST ($180)
• 75 Minutes $137.17 + HST ($155)
• 60 Minutes $115.04 + HST ($130)
• 45 Minutes $92.92 + HST ($105)
• 30 Minutes $75.22 + HST ($85)
Add $5 for treatments with Nicole Slumskie and Sjoukje Remark
Add $5 for Cupping, MLD, Cranial Sacral, Acupuncture and Essential oils
Add $15-$30 for Hot Stones
Cancellation Policy:
All cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours prior to your appointment time. Any appointments cancelled outside of the 24 hours will be charged a partial or full appointment fee at your therapist’s discretion.
Each appointment that we book is in partnership with a practitioner who is focusing their independent career in health and wellness. This is their passion and livelihood, and why we have these policies in place. Thank you very much for your understanding.