Registered Massage Therapy

MASSAGE THERAPY

RMT stands for Registered Massage Therapy, which in British Columbia means that the health professional is recognized under, and regulated by BC’s Health Professions Act. Our Registered Massage Therapists at Sitka Physio & Wellness have completed a college-level program that consists of at least 2,200 hours of instruction to correctly understand the body and treat its soft tissue and joint restrictions. We have worked hard throughout the years to develop our RMT program to approach injury management and rehabilitation uniquely.

We provide RMT in a calm and relaxing environment conveniently located near your office in the heart of downtown Vancouver’s Business District. Located inside Royal Centre, we offer a variety of massage styles. What sets us apart, though, is that we are dedicated to continuing to help you feel better, even after your session is complete. In addition to your RMT treatment, you will often be sent home with specific therapeutic exercises to reinforce all the good work we achieve in our treatment session.

Improving range of motion
Decrease pain in muscle and joints
Improve muscle mobility
Reduce soft tissue swelling
Reducing muscle inflammation
Reducing movement restriction

Other Manual Therapy techniques, such as Manual Traction, can provide spinal decompression to provide relief from Degenerative Disc Disease, Nerve Root Impingement, Sciatica, and Stenosis. Myofascial release techniques can be helpful for different types of Arthritis, Frozen Shoulders, and Chronic Pain. So if you are suffering from any of the above or are wondering if Manual Therapy will help you, call us today to book an appointment!

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

What to Expect During an RMT Treatment

Here at Sitka Physio & Wellness, we offer variable length RMT sessions in downtown Vancouver. Our registered massage therapists (RMTs) are technically skilled in a wide variety of treatments and are highly trained to assess and treat soft tissue and joint restrictions in the body. Our therapists utilize hands-on techniques to improve soft tissue and joint health through manual manipulation of fascia, connective tissue, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

Typically at the start of any session, we will ask you few basic questions, see what is bothering you, get you set you up in one of our private wellness rooms and then get started on the RMT as directed by your concerns.

Our RMTs specialize in the following massage therapy techniques:

Myofascial Release
Trigger Point Therapy
Active Stretching
Swedish Massage
Neuromuscular Therapy
Joint Mobilizations

Most Common Conditions We Treat With RMT

Our Registered Massage Therapists have a wealth of experience, so whether you have been prone to hunch at your desk, or have been holding tension in your back and shoulders, call us today to set up an appointment so we can help you de-stress and relax. Some of the more common conditions we treat with RMT are:

Shoulder Pain
Back Pain
Low Back Pain
Muscle Strains or Sprains
Whiplash Injuries
Frozen Shoulder
Sports Performance and Injuries
Post-Surgical Recovery
Postural and Repetitive Strain Issue
Neurological Issues
Headaches

Does Insurance Cover Massage Therapy?

In short, yes, most extended health care plans cover either a partial or the full amount of RMTs. If you are curious about your benefits, please contact your benefits provider for additional questions or call us and we will be happy to answer your questions to the best of our ability.

Also, to make it easier for you, we have worked with many different providers to make direct billing possible for you. For direct billing, please present your Policy# and Member ID# at your initial appointment. Click below to view the list of companies we can direct bill.