Massage at Ikigai Therapy

Ikigai Therapy places a strong emphasis on a patient-centered approach. We prioritize understanding our patients’ unique needs, preferences, and goals. By tailoring our treatments and services accordingly, we provide personalized experiences that go beyond traditional cookie-cutter approaches. By attentively listening to our patients’ needs, we create a plan to evaluate their discomfort and devise a customized treatment, and offer recommendations for ongoing support and healing in hopes to comfort those in pain and enhance their overall well-being.

As health care professionals we are committed to restoring and maintaining optimal health for our patients. As registered massage therapists we are educated to assess and treat using techniques such as manual therapy, joint mobilization, myofascial release, hydrotherapy, rehabilitative exercise and patient education.

Massage Therapy is effective in the treatment and management of many health conditions including:

  • Anxiety, Stress, Depression and Insomnia
  • Back, Neck and Shoulder Pain
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Frozen Shoulder
  • Headaches
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • Pre/Postnatal (Pregnancy)
  • Sciatica
  • Sports or Work Related Injuries
  • Sprains/Repetitive Strain Injuries (RSI)
  • Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Disorders
  • Whiplash

Benefits Of Massage Therapy

1. Reduced muscle tension and stiffness: Massage therapy helps to release tight muscles, knots, and adhesions, promoting relaxation and easing muscular discomfort.

2. Improved circulation and lymphatic flow: By increasing blood flow and lymphatic drainage, massage therapy aids in the delivery of nutrients to tissues and the removal of metabolic waste, promoting overall tissue health. This enhanced circulation results in accelerated healing, tissue repair and boosting immune system functions.

3. Enhanced joint flexibility and mobility: Through various techniques, massage therapy can improve joint range of motion, flexibility, and mobility, helping to alleviate stiffness and enhance physical performance.

4. Pain management: Relief from chronic pain and discomfort: Massage therapy can be effective in managing chronic pain conditions such as arthritis, fibromyalgia, and migraines, providing relief and improving quality of life.

5. Reduced stress, anxiety, and depression: Massage therapy promotes relaxation, stimulates the release of endorphins and serotonin, and helps reduce levels of stress hormones, providing a calming effect and enhancing mental well-being.

6. Improved sleep quality: By promoting relaxation and reducing stress, massage therapy can help improve sleep patterns, allowing for better rest and rejuvenation.

7. Increased overall sense of well-being: The combination of physical and mental benefits provided by massage therapy contributes to an overall sense of well-being, leaving you feeling revitalized, rejuvenated, and balanced.

At Ikigai Therapy, our treatments are designed to be proactive in promoting long-term mobility, health, and overall well-being. Our registered massage therapists have a comprehensive knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, ensuring that your sessions are tailored to address your specific needs and goals.

30

MINUTE

TREATMENT

$85

PLUS GST

45

MINUTE

TREATMENT

$105

PLUS GST

60

MINUTE

TREATMENT

$130

PLUS GST

*Direct Billing Available. Accepts VISA, Mastercard and American Express credit cards. All services provided by registered massage therapists. Treatment time includes assessment, treatment, and homecare.

**Please be aware that we cannot guarantee direct billing at every appointment due to issues with individual benefit plans, problems with the submission portal or clinical logistic considerations. If we are direct billing on your behalf, we require a credit card on file in case of unforeseen complications with the insurance company.