Chair or Table?
Chair massage is ideal for the corporate environment. The specially designed chair provides access to the head, neck and shoulder area. Most chair massages are 15 to 20 minutes in length. Clothes are kept on. No oils or lotions are used.

Table Massage
A table massage requires a private, quiet room. In privacy, clients remove their clothing (to whatever degree makes them comfortable) and lie face down on the table between sheets. Table massage allows the therapist easy access to the whole body. Treatments last 30 to 90 minutes. What can I expect in my first treatment? On your first visit, you will be asked to complete a confidential medical health history form. In the privacy of the treatment room your therapist will review your health history with you and may obtain additional information for a clearer picture of your conditions. If you are having a specific condition treated, this process will involve some testing and assessment, which will aid in developing a treatment plan which best suits your needs. Your therapist will advise you on what to expect during the treatment and show you how to lie comfortably on the massage table. You can expect to have your privacy respected. Your therapist will leave the room so that you may disrobe and cover yourself on the table. You may remove as little of your clothing as you wish. During the treatment, you will be draped so that only the part of your body being treated is uncovered.

What is consent for treatment?
As with all health professionals, massage therapists must obtain your consent prior to commencing any treatment. When explaining a proposed treatment a massage therapist must explain:
• the nature of the treatment,
• the expected benefits,
• any material risks and side effects and any of the alternative options and,
• the likely consequences of not having the treatment.
A client may withdraw consent to a treatment at any time, and this will be immediately respected by the massage therapist.

Do I have any responsibilities when I get a massage?
Yes. You have the responsibility to provide accurate and up-to-date health information. You also have the responsibility of communicating with your therapist any concerns you may have about your treatment or your preference as to pressure. Communication is a key element of an effective massage and ensures that your treatment goals are being met. Your therapist will ask for your feedback throughout the treatment and will be able to adjust their pressure to meet your needs.

How long should my massage treatment be?
Appointments are 30, 45, 60, 75 or 90 minutes in length. A full body massage will take 60 minutes. Shorter appointments focus on specific areas of the body. For an initial appointment we suggest a minimum of 45 minutes.

How do I find a good therapist?
The best way to find a good massage therapist is to get a referral from a friend who gets massage therapy or from a health professional who is knowledge in this area. It is not uncommon to try several therapists before you find one that is perfect for you.

What is an RMT?
An RMT is a Registered Massage Therapist. In Ontario, massage therapists fall under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991(RHPA) and the Massage Therapy Act, 1991 (MTA). In order to become a Registered Massage Therapist individuals must complete a 2,200 hour training program by an accredited school and then write a registration exam given by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (the College) which is a branch of the Ministry of Health. Use of the title "massage therapist" or "registered massage therapist" is restricted under the RHPA and the MTA, to individuals who are registered with the College. When a therapist registers with the College, they are issued a wall certificate and a photo ID card. A massage therapist must provide one of these documents as proof of registration, if so requested.

What is Swedish Massage?
Swedish massage is a system of long strokes, kneading and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, combined with active and passive movements of the joints.

What is Trigger Point Therapy?
This therapy applies concentrated finger pressure to 'trigger points' (painful irritated areas in muscles) to break cycles of spasm and pain.

What is CranioSacral Therapy?
This is a technique for finding and correcting cerebral and spinal imbalances or blockages that may cause sensory, motor or intellectual dysfunction.