Massage Therapy
Restorative and proactive massage therapy safe for everyone
What is Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is the manipulation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments, and joints. Massage therapy is a clinically oriented healthcare option that helps alleviate the discomfort associated with everyday occupational stresses, muscular over-use, and many chronic pain conditions.
Massage therapy should only be provided by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT). An RMT is a primary healthcare provider in Ontario and anyone may visit an RMT of their choice.
Massage therapy can be used as a treatment for both acute and chronic conditions. RMTs work with a wide variety of patients in the treatment of illness, injury rehabilitation and disability.
The services of an RMT are not covered under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP); however, many extended health benefit plans will cover all or part of the services provided by an RMT. A referral or prescription is not required to visit an RMT, although some insurance companies may require this. Massage therapy treatments may also be
reimbursed by automobile insurance companies, if the client was in a motor vehicle accident, or in the case of workplace injuries, by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB).
Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage therapy treatments provided by a Registered Massage Therapist can offer
significant benefits for a variety of conditions and for diverse patient populations. Whether
you need to have a moment of relaxation, reduce muscle tension, or attain relief from
chronic pain, massage therapy can enhance your overall well-being. Massage therapy can
help alleviate musculoskeletal disorders associated with everyday stress, muscular
overuse, physical manifestation of mental distress and many persistent pain syndromes.
Massage therapy can also be used as part of a preventative care program. This includes
sports training, injury prevention, ongoing stress management and more!
What to expect at your first appointment
On the first visit you will complete a confidential health history as part of your assessment.
Your massage therapist will assess your individual needs as well as other factors that may
be contributing to your injury or condition. The RMT will develop a treatment plan with you
to ensure you receive appropriate treatment. The treatment plan can be changed at any
time and will be reassessed at an appropriate time. You have no obligation to undergo any
part of a treatment. Your treatment will begin once you have given your informed consent.
This involves setting realistic goals for treatment, discussing possible responses to
treatment, and being informed of alternative care options.
Amanda
Amanda Vaquerano is a 2014 graduate of Humber College. In 2016 she also underwent comprehensive training from the International Cupping Therapy Association.
Massage therapy has been a part of her life since she was a child and as an adult she has seen firsthand how massage can enhance a persons self image and improve an individual’s health and wellness on both a physical and mental level.
As an RMT her treatments are assessment based and include remedial exercise, trigger point therapy, myofascial release techniques as well as heat and cryotherapy. She provides goal oriented treatments to help see a change whether big or small in her patients.
She has experience working with auto-immune disorders, neurological conditions, physical impairments, infants, pregnancy, individuals with complex mental disorders and patients undergoing withdrawal rehabilitation. Amanda is also in good standing with the CMTO.
Amanda looks forward to meeting you!
Vélan
Everyone goes through things in life, we’ve all experienced pain (acute or chronic to some extend),
we’ve all had injuries (minor or severe), but a lot of the time we don’t know how to deal with it. With
the knowledge I’ve gained through graduating Massage Therapy School and the work experience
I’ve built over the years, I aim to help anyone willing to do what is necessary to break the pain cycle,
recover from injuries and eventually prevent them via Physical Therapy, Rehabilitation and Self-
Care. I’m here to help you first, and then help you help yourself.
I graduated from Mohawk College in 2017 and started my career as an RMT in 2019. I use my
extensive knowledge of the anatomy and the body mechanics to assess and treat anything from
body aches and pains to more severe debilitating injuries, which often come with chronic pain.
I have called Hamilton home since 2014. I am from a French Island called Reunion, where I spent
the first 18 years of my life. I then moved to Metropolitan France for a couple years, and ultimately continued my journey to Canada. I am fluent in French and am happy to welcome you in either language.
Hours
Monday: 12-8pm
Tuesday: 9-6pm
Wednesday: 12-8pm
Thursday: 9-8pm