Massage Therapy
Massage Therapy involves a range of manual techniques applied to the soft tissues and joints of the body. The purpose of Massage Therapy is to relieve pain, and maintain, rehabilitate and improve physical function. It is a clinically oriented health option that achieves excellent results for discomforts stemming from stress, muscular overuse and many chronic pain syndromes.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of Massage Therapy is offered?
What conditions can be treated with Massage Therapy?
Are Meditech Rehabilitation Centre Massage Therapists registered?
Do I have to be in pain to have Massage Therapy?
Do I have to get undressed for Massage Therapy?
How often should I get treated?
If I am pregant, can I still have Massage Therapy?
Do insurance plans cover Massage Therapy?
Do I need a Doctor's prescription for Massage Therapy?
Meditech Rehabilitation Centre Registered Massage Therapists are trained in a variety of Massage techniques including Swedish, Myofascial, Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD), Thai, Deep Tissue, Craniosacral and Suikodo.
The following lists some conditions that are commonly treated with Massage Therapy at Meditech Rehabilitation Centres.
- stress |
- painful or tight muscles |
- headaches |
- delayed onset muscle soreness |
- pain or tingling in arms or legs |
- sports injuries |
- fluid retention |
- prevention of new injuries |
- pain or restriction in joints |
- posture |
- pregnancy massage |
- the effects of forced inactivity |
- post and prenatal pain |
- repetitive stress injuries |
Yes, all of our Massage Therapists are registered (RMT). A registration number is included on the receipt that may be submitted to the patient’s insurance company.
No, Massage Therapy can be used for relaxation and stress relief.
Yes, but it is not necessary to remove all articles of clothing. Patients may keep clothing on areas that are not being worked on. The patient is covered by a sheet and blanket.
Treatment frequency varies with the extent of the injury, however, most medical conditions are treated on a weekly basis. Massage Therapy for stress and relaxation is recommended at least once a month to maintain general well-being.
Yes. With pregnancies, some women suffer from lower back pain, neck pain and other muscular conditions. Massage Therapy can help relax the muscles that support the spine. Please talk to your Meditech Rehabilitation Centre Registered Massage Therapist for more information.
Yes. The majority of employees have partial or full coverage for registered Massage Therapy services in their workplace health care plans. OHIP does not cover these services. The massage patient is provided with a detailed itemized receipt listing the services provided, the credentials of the Massage Therapist, as well as payment details for reimbursement.
Some insurance companies may require a note from a physician and/or chiropractor explaining why massage has been recommended. It is recommended that patients check with their insurance, and if needed they can make a medical walk-in appointment at a Meditech Rehabilitation Centre for a physician’s assessment and referral, usually on the same day.
