Registered Massage Therapy

MICHELLE KUDELKA, BA,RMT – Registered Massage Therapist

Qualifications

Michelle completed the massage therapy diploma program at Sutherland-Chan School and Teaching Clinic in Toronto. During her training she gained theraputic experience working with, among others, athletes, pregnant women, individuals with chronic and acute pain, senior citizens, and individuals with spinal chord injuries. She recognizes the value of co-operative treatments with other health professionals.

 

 

 

 

 

 

CARA GAUTHIER, RMT – Registered Massage Therapist

Qualifications

Cara is a graduate of the Massage Therapy program at the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in Cambridge, ON. This program has given her a vast knowledge of human anatomy as well as the intricacies of the physiology of the human body. She has gained experience working with a variety of chronic and acute pain sufferers, prenatal, as well as working with athletes; including a lengthy outreach with the sports department of the University of Waterloo.

 

 

 

 

 What to Expect?

Your first appointment will begin with an assessment during which your health history, current medical condition(s), boundaries, and comfort levels will be discussed. Assessment techniques may include a postural assessment, muscle testing, and/or special tests which focus on a specific body part or tissue. A personalized treatment plan will be created based on the findings and treatment will begin during this appointment.

Treatment methods will include Swedish massage techniques and may also include hydrotherapy (heat and cold), fascial release techniques, and/or trigger point work. The treatment is designed to promote the body’s own healing abilities and help return the musculoskeletal system back to a balanced state. Consideration is given to the value of co-operative treatments. Follow up visits can be scheduled as necessary.

Who Can Benefit?

 Massage Therapy can be beneficial to anyone, including:

       Those suffering from LIFE STRESS – massage therapy helps promote the body’s relaxation processes, thus allowing the individual to regain  control over the physical effects of stress in everyday life.

     PREGNANT WOMEN – massage therapy during and after pregnancy is a natural way to help soothe the aches and stiffness which can arise with so many rapid changes in the body.  The “tummy table” allows for a comfortable face down treatment.

     ALTHLETES AND WEEKEND WARRIORS – massage therapy can be effective in the prevention and rehabilitation of injuries acquired through athletic pursuits, including muscle strains, sprains, tendinitis, muscle spasms, and general aches and pains of pushing your body to new limits.

      WORK AND POSTURE RELATED CONDITIONS – including carpel tunnel syndrome, headaches, myofascial pain, neck and back pain, and sciatica (pseudosciatica).

     Massage therapy can also help relieve the discomforts associated with MEDICAL CONDITIONS such as arthritis, bursitis, fibromyalgia, edema, asthma, bronchitis, emphysema, depression, and insomnia.

Fee Schedule

60 minutes $70.00 + HST

45 minutes $55.00 + HST 

30 minutes $43.00 + HST

*cancellation policy: missed appointments that are cancelled with less than 24 hours notice will be subject to full appointment fee.