Service
Massage Therapy in Southeast Calgary
Therapeutic massage therapy in Calgary for tight muscles, stiffness and injury recovery. Your massage therapist focuses on the areas that feel tight or restricted.
- No referral needed
- Direct billing to many plans
- Evenings & Saturdays
What it is and who it suits
At our clinic massage is therapeutic rather than spa-style. Techniques include Swedish massage, deep tissue work, trigger point release and myofascial work, chosen for what your therapist finds.
People book massage for upper back tension, low back tightness from sitting or driving, soreness after training, and stiffness after a car accident or work injury. Some book it on its own, and others add it to a physio or kinesiology plan.
Your first session
Your massage therapist asks about your health history, medications and the areas that bother you, then explains what they plan to do. You are covered with a sheet, and only the area being treated is uncovered.
You stay in control. Ask for an area to be skipped, or stop at any time. Afterwards your therapist may suggest simple stretches or changes to your desk or car setup.
Safety and who provides it
Massage therapy is not a government-regulated health profession in Alberta. In Calgary, as across the province, a registered massage therapist (RMT) is a member of a professional association that sets its own training and conduct standards. Ask your therapist which association they belong to.
New numbness, weakness or pain after a fall needs a physiotherapy assessment before massage, so anything serious is ruled out first.
FAQs
Massage Therapy: your questions
Will massage hurt?
Therapeutic massage can feel firm, and tight spots may be tender while they are worked on. It should never be more than you can comfortably handle. Mild soreness the next day is common, much like after a workout, and settles within a day or two.
What should I wear?
Wear whatever is comfortable. You undress only to your comfort level, and you can keep clothing on if you prefer. Tell your therapist, since some techniques work well over loose, light clothing.
Will my benefits cover an RMT?
Many extended health plans cover massage therapy, but some only reimburse a registered massage therapist from an association they recognize, and some want a doctor’s note first. Check both points with your plan before your visit. Alberta Health Care does not cover massage.
Ready when you are
Your route starts with one booking.
Book online in Jane in about a minute, or call us and we’ll help you choose the right appointment. No referral needed.