Massage Therapy at theĀ Orillia Foot Clinic & Wellness Centre.

Massage therapy is the assessment and treatment of physical dysfunction and pain of the soft tissue and joints of the body. This is achieved primarily by hands-on manipulation and can include Neurological and Orthopedic Tests, manipulation of the soft tissue, hydrotherapy, thermotherapy, remedial exercises, and patient education.

Who is Massage Therapy for?

Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) can work with a wide variety of patients in the treatment of illness, injury, rehabilitation, and disability. Massage therapy is appropriate for individuals of all ages, including infants, children and the elderly, where no contraindications are present.

Whether your need is to reduce muscle tension, attain relief from acute or chronic pain, to relax and have some self-care (or all of the above!) Massage Therapy can enhance your overall sense of emotional and physical well-being.

The Benefits of Massage Therapy

There are significant benefits to be achieved through the use of regular massage therapy treatments from an RMT. Massage Therapy can be an important part of your health maintenance plan by:

  • Reducing or eliminating pain
  • Improving joint mobility
  • Improving lymphatic drainage
  • Reducing muscular tension
  • Reducing anxiety and symptoms of depression

Massage Therapy can be used as a treatment for both acute and chronic conditions as well as in programs for preventative care and maintenance.

Primary Health Care

A Registered Massage Therapist is a primary health care provider in Ontario. A referral or prescription for massage therapy is not required to visit an RMT, but may be required for insurance coverage. As a health professional, your RMT needs to know your complete health history, including details regarding current medications and other health professioinals from whom you are seeking treatment. There are many situations where Massage Therapy treatments need to be modified (or not provided) depending on the circumstances of your condition or the medications you may be taking. As a health professional, your RMT is obligated to keep your health history strictly confidential and secure.

Billing

Many extended health benefit plans cover all or part of RMT services. For your convenience, we are able to direct-bill to over 30 insurers on your behalf. Please bring your benefit card to your appointment to see if direct billing is available for you . We also accept cash, debit, credit card, and e-transfer payment.

Initial Visit

Upon booking your appointment, you will be sent forms to fill in prior to your visit. These forms for your patient file include your Contact Information, Health History, Reason for Visit and Consent to Office Policies.
During your first appointment, we go over your health history, perform a full assessment (which may include having you perform some orthopedic tests and movements), and create a treatment plan based on your individual needs. Massage treatment is provided in the time remaining and home care instructions may be given.

Follow-up Visit

Your RMT will continue with your current plan of care if your reason for treatment remains the same. If you are seeking treatment for a new/different condition, a new plan of care to address the new area(s) of focus will be established with you

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