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Massage Therapy

Massage therapy consists primarily of hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, specifically, the muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints for the purpose of optimizing health. Massage therapy treatment has a therapeutic effect on the body and optimizes health and well-being by acting on the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems. Physical function can be dev... Read More

Massage therapy consists primarily of hands-on manipulation of the soft tissues of the body, specifically, the muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments and joints for the purpose of optimizing health.

Massage therapy treatment has a therapeutic effect on the body and optimizes health and well-being by acting on the muscular, nervous and circulatory systems. Physical function can be developed, maintained and improved; and physical dysfunction and pain and the effects of stress can be relieved or prevented through the use of Massage Therapy.


TCM/Acupuncture

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years in various countries all over the world to improve and maintain health. It is the view of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that Qi flows through the body in Channels or Meridians. Acupuncture is the insertion of needles or finger pressure to restore proper Qi functioning to eliminate discomfort and regulate physiological functioning. The modern... Read More

Acupuncture has been used for thousands of years in various countries all over the world to improve and maintain health. It is the view of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) that Qi flows through the body in Channels or Meridians. Acupuncture is the insertion of needles or finger pressure to restore proper Qi functioning to eliminate discomfort and regulate physiological functioning. The modern understanding of acupuncture is that a cascade of cellular activity happens the moment a needle is inserted. The result is increased circulation to the area, calming of the nervous system, and stimulation of nerve endings to have specific effects.

Acupuncture can help with:

Muscle/joint pain: sprains, injuries, sciatica, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, frozen shoulder
Chronic pain: fibromyalgia/chronic fatigue, neuropathy, repetitive strain injury
Digestive health: constipation, diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, IBS, GERD
Mental health: insomnia, depression, anxiety, stress management, addiction
Women's health: menopausal symptoms, PMS, Irregular/painful periods, fertility, pregnancy support, labour preparation
Cosmetic/facial rejuvenation, acne, eczema
Pediatric health: chronic ear infection, asthma,
Other: headaches, migraines, asthma, edema

Chinese Herbal Medicine
A thorough assessment is conducted to determine the root of your condition and create an individual herbal prescription. Herbal formulas are tailored to your needs and are fully customizable to minimize adverse effects. Herbal medicine comes in many forms to fit your preference: tinctures, tablets, capsules, powder, or raw. *Herbs are not included in appointment prices.


Reflexology

Reflexology is based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet that correspond to every part of the body. Reflexology applies acupressure to the soles of the feet to relax, reduce tension, improve circulation, and restore physical balance to the entire body promoting a general feeling of wellness. Reflexology* can be used on its own or in conjunction with a massage therapy trea... Read More

Reflexology is based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet that correspond to every part of the body.

Reflexology applies acupressure to the soles of the feet to relax, reduce tension, improve circulation, and restore physical balance to the entire body promoting a general feeling of wellness.

Reflexology* can be used on its own or in conjunction with a massage therapy treatment that is 60 minutes or longer.


Ultrasound

Therapeutic ultrasound is a modality that has been used by health care providers since the 1940s. Ultrasound is one of the most widely used passive modalities for the treatment of soft tissue injury, joint dysfunction and pain. Therapeutic Ultrasound is the use of sound waves to penetrate the body eliciting therapeutic benefit in specific target tissues. Ultrasound is used for approxi... Read More

Therapeutic ultrasound is a modality that has been used by health care providers since the 1940s.

Ultrasound is one of the most widely used passive modalities for the treatment of soft tissue injury, joint dysfunction and pain.
Therapeutic Ultrasound is the use of sound waves to penetrate the body eliciting therapeutic benefit in specific target tissues.

Ultrasound is used for approximately 4 to 10 minutes on each area. Ultrasound is commonly used for tendinitis, non-acute joint swelling and muscle spasm.


Combination Acupuncture and Massage Therapy

This is a unique treatment combining Contemporary Medical/Neurofunctional Acupuncture with Massage Therapy to complement the benefits of each other. Acupuncture is known to have a modulating effect of abnormal nervous system activity that is associated with movement disorders, sports injuries, musculoskeletal pain, chronic pain and others. High stress can also cause this dysregulation. T... Read More

This is a unique treatment combining Contemporary Medical/Neurofunctional Acupuncture with Massage Therapy to complement the benefits of each other.

Acupuncture is known to have a modulating effect of abnormal nervous system activity that is associated with movement disorders, sports injuries, musculoskeletal pain, chronic pain and others. High stress can also cause this dysregulation.

The modulating effects include decreased pain, inflammation, and improved relaxation/parasympathetic (or vagus) tone which aids in so many conditions! For chronic pain and injury it can move the rehabilitation to the next level. A common side benefit clients love is that sleep is often enhanced post treatment.

On the muscuki-skeletal side, it has significant impact in restoring function and alleviating pain. Needling during treatment helps relieve muscle hypertonicity and trigger points. It also decreases sensitivity so that deep manual treatment is tolerable and more effective. With most injuries, movement impairment syndromes or biomechanical imbalances, there is motor inhibition of specific muscles. Acupuncture needling activates these muscles that have not been "firing" properly and helps to regain function. Another use includes muscle activation to improve performance in sport and normal day to day activities. Home care exercises may be prescribed to reinforce the effects of the acupuncture.


Biomechanical/Sports Therapy

This style of treatment is more like a check-up than a traditional massage. Billy first checks on joint alignment and mobility, then stability muscles, then the big movers. He uses muscle tests to see which joints and muscles need some help, applies treatment techniques and then re-tests the muscles and joints to make sure the intervention has been effective. Often the muscle that is ‘co... Read More

This style of treatment is more like a check-up than a traditional massage. Billy first
checks on joint alignment and mobility, then stability muscles, then the big movers. He
uses muscle tests to see which joints and muscles need some help, applies treatment
techniques and then re-tests the muscles and joints to make sure the intervention has
been effective.

Often the muscle that is ‘complaining’ is not the only one that needs treatment in order
to get relief. In the order of what-affects-what, he finds that muscles are basically at the
bottom: They are affected by each other and by higher-order things, such as joint
stability, the nervous system, body chemistry, etc. As a great therapist once said “where
you think it is, it aint”

Billy believes in the principle of the minimum effective dose - It's best to achieve the
desired results with as little aggressive work as possible. He finds that most of the time
tight muscles are able to partially or even completely relax once their associated joints
are moving well and the stability muscles are able to hold strong. 

Through the use of joint mobilizations, fascial and muscle energy techniques, he targets
the body's nervous system to achieve the best outcomes.  Billy's goal is to get all
muscles and joints working optimally to achieve stability, mobility and ability.

Chronic Pain - While there are many root causes of chronic pain, Billy is often able to
achieve results with long-standing issues. Assisting with alignment and stability is
helpful here, but often the most important thing is self-care and self-treatment. If you
have tools to address your own pain before you have to go see a practitioner of some
kind, you can start to make much bigger changes than with treatment alone.

Injury recovery - Billy has helped many people recover from muscle tears, ligament
injuries, broken bones and nerve injuries. Helping the system be supported is key here,
but self-care and education about what is safe and effective at each stage of healing
seems to be a big factor as well.

Stress - Helping the body achieve better joint alignment and stability often lets the
whole system relax. Billy often notices the sounds of peristalsis, the grumbling in your
belly, right after mobilizing a joint or stimulating a stability muscle. This is a sign of
parasympathetic stimulation, or enforcing the ‘rest and digest’ half of your nervous
system.

Evelyn’s work in healthcare started in 2006 after graduating from McMaster University in Kinesiology. Drawn to manual therapy, she went on to study Massage Therapy at Sutherland Chan (graduating in 2008) and then Acupuncture at AIM Academy (graduating in 2011). In 2022, she finished her courses in Chinese herbal medicine and is now a Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner. Her extensive experience has led her to believe that the human body innately strives for a state of health and balance. Her approach to health and wellness is rooted in uncovering the underlying cause of pain or disease. She enjoys building a partnership with her patients on their wellness journey. Her treatments combine modern knowledge with ancient techniques such as acupuncture, moxibustion, cupping, and massage therapy. Evelyn loves to treat repetitive strains/injury, chronic fatigue, digestive issues, migraines/headaches, and pediatric diseases.

Evelyn’s work in healthcare started in 2006 after graduating from McMaster University in Kinesiol... Read More

Sine began her career by completing courses in advanced Thai massage in both Thailand and Toronto. After 3 years of practising Thai massage, Sine felt there was something missing in her practice. She wanted to focus on the “healing” aspect of massage therapy as opposed to her clients merely “feeling well”. Sine’s return to college to become a Registered Massage Therapist, opened up her understanding of massage, in general, and the positive benefit of soft tissue manipulation for the healing process. She wants to serve her clients by sharing with them her knowledge, experience and care. Sine offers reflexology to those who need relaxation and to boost their energy levels.

Sine began her career by completing courses in advanced Thai massage in both Thailand and Toronto... Read More

Billy does Swedish relaxation massage as well as clothes-on sports massage in his practice, taking a biomechanical approach to treatment. Billy obtained his diploma in massage therapy from Sutherland-Chan College.

After herniating a disk at the age of 22, Billy realized the importance of receiving treatment, and learning how to treat yourself. He struggled for years until he learned the tools to relieve his own pain, and how to train his body to prevent future re-injury.

Through the use of joint mobilizations, fascial work and muscle-energy techniques, he targets the body’s nervous system to achieve the best outcomes. Using muscle testing to identify areas that need attention, he then treats the tissues and re-tests to confirm the intervention has been effective. Billy’s goal is to get all muscles and joints working optimally to achieve stability, mobility and ability.

Billy does Swedish relaxation massage as well as clothes-on sports massage in his practice, takin... Read More

Tanyss graduated from Sutherland-Chan Massage School in 2002 and in 2005 became certified in Reflexology after attending the Ontario School of Reflexology.

Tanyss enjoys focusing her treatments using Swedish Massage and Deep Tissue therapies. Tanyss is also trained in Therapeutic Ultrasound and has experience within a number of different settings, including Chiropractic, Multidisciplinary clinics and day spa, which allow her to address a broad variety of conditions from sports injury, pregnancy massage, chronic pain, general muscle tension and stress.

Tanyss grew up in the Kingsway neighbourhood and has strong ties to the community. It was a lifelong dream fulfilled when she opened her own clinic space on Brentwood, around the corner from her family home, in December 2014. Tanyss is also a proud member of the Kingsway area BIA.

Tanyss has also been a member of the Registered Massage Therapists’ association of Ontario since 2003.

Tanyss’ passion as a health practitioner is fuelled by her ability to help people to feel better and enjoy a happy healthier lifestyle.

Tanyss graduated from Sutherland-Chan Massage School in 2002 and in 2005 became certified in Refl... Read More

Tenzin Sangmo, is a skilled and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) whose journey into massage therapy was inspired by her own experience as a postnatal client. With certifications in Indian Head Massage, Cupping and Fascial Stretch techniques, Tenzin brings a diverse skill set to her practice, enabling her to offer a range of treatments tailored to individual needs. Passionate about supporting her clients’ health journeys, Tenzin integrates her knowledge and expertise to provide therapeutic massage treatments focused on relaxation, rehabilitation, and pain relief. Her approach is rooted in compassion, and she’s dedicated to empowering clients with personalized care that promotes healing and wellness.

Tenzin Sangmo, is a skilled and compassionate Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) whose journey in... Read More

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