RMT massage helps reduce pain, joint stiffness, swollen muscles, stress and improves circulation. Massage Therapy helps to calm the mind and relax the muscles. Massage helps to boost the immune system, increase blood and oxygen flow throughout the body and helps to loosen up in general. You can let your therapist know what is your desired pressure for the massage. The massage therapy treatment will begin on either your back or stomach and you will be asked to flip over halfway through the massage. You can ask your therapist to spend more time on areas that are of concern or tight such as your neck or shoulders. The therapist may use light, medium or firm pressure, whichever is more relaxing and soothing for you!

This treatment may include deep Tissue, myofascial release, relaxation Swedish massage, and Trigger Point therapy. The therapist may perform an assessment, treatment plan/goals, a therapeutic massage, assisted stretching, and self-care recommendations. You can discuss with your therapist your treatment goals, and whether you prefer deep pressure or a more soothing relaxation massage. This treatment is at a reduced price because it is NOT covered under any insurance plan.

Deep Tissue Massage - This type of massage relieves tension or severe pain in the deeper layers of the muscles. A Deep tissue massage is recommended for those who have constant pain, athletes, or patients with sustained physical injury. It is a type of massage that involves applying deep-flowing pressure on the muscles that are tight or sore.

At times a deep massage may involve releasing tender trigger point spots such as 'trigger points', which may include constant pressure on a particular area of muscle with myofascial release techniques.

Relaxation massage - A soothing and flowing relaxing massage that focuses on the superficial muscles. This massage helps reduce pain, joint stiffness, swollen muscles, and stress and improves circulation. Relaxation massages help to calm the mind and body. It is a pain-free massage that involves soothing strokes and kneading of the muscles. This massage style is similar to a Swedish massage which is known as a classic massage. The massage strokes include kneading, long strokes, circular movements, and petrissage. If you live a busy life this massage may be helpful to relieve the stress away. As it helps to calm the mind and relax the nervous system. A relaxation massage for those in Vancouver helps to boost the immune system, increases blood and oxygen flow throughout the body, and helps to loosen you up in general. You can let your therapist know what is your desired pressure for the massage. A relaxation massage will begin on either your back or stomach and you will be asked to flip over halfway through the massage. You can ask your therapist to spend more time on areas that are of concern to you or tight such as your neck or shoulders. The therapist may use light, medium, or firm pressure, whichever is more relaxing and soothing for you!
*THIS MASSAGE IS NOT COVERED UNDER INSURANCE.

The therapist will come to your home or office for a Thai massage.
Thai Massage includes;
-Northern Traditional Thai techniques originating from India
•Deep Tissue Style
•Pressure Points & Myofascial release
•Sports Massage
•Assisted Stretching
Thai Massage is performed with the client fully clothed, wearing loose-fitted or yoga-type clothing, while laying on the floor; on a comfy mat.
*This Treatment is NOT COVERED BY EXTENDED HEALTH INSURANCE

What is Thai Massage?
Thai massage is known as a healing art therapy, traditional Thai massage is influenced by Ayurvedic and traditional Chinese meridian points and pathways. It originated in India dating back 2,500 years ago.
What is different from Thai massage to a regular massage?
During a Thai massage the client wears loose clothing while laying on a comfortable mat on the floor, the therapist uses techniques such as; stretching, pulling, rocking, while applying deep or medium pressure to tight pressure points in the muscles, on top of the clothing. The therapist may use some old to massage the shoulders if they are exposed. A regular massage usually has the client laying on a table covered with sheets instead of clothing.

Thai massage includes many whole body movements which can be similar as assisted yoga, it helps to improve the flow of energy and healing throughout the body.

What are some of the benefits of Thai massage?
-relieves headaches
-reduces upper or lower back pain
-relieves pain or joint stiffness
-helps increase your range of motion and flexibility
-helps to be calm and relaxed
-relieves anxiety
-feel rejuvenated and full of energy

You can discuss with your Thai massage therapist what your goals and treatment plan would like to look like for your massage. The therapist can give you home-care suggestions such as stretching and exercises to help assist you in your healing journey!