FCMT

Massage Therapy Massage is the systematic and scientific manipulation of soft body tissue. It has been used for thousands of years for relaxation and to restore and promote the good health of both mind and body. Massage reduces stress, relieves physical tension, improves mental response and productivity, aids in the prevention of repetitive stress syndrome (RSS), increases cardiovascular efficiency, enhances the immune system and reduces injury recovery time.

When you choose a registered massage therapist, you are choosing a qualified, skilled, and highly educated health care specialist. Primarily all the staff of Family Center Massage Therapy have training in swedish massage, deep tissue massage, neuromuscular therapy, myofascial technique, joint mobilization, hydrotherapy, remedial exercise, anatomy, physiology and pathologies. Some of our staff also have advanced training in manual lymph damage, visceral manipulation, muscle energy technique and craniosacral therapy.

We recommend the first visit to be 1 hour to have thorough health history taken and treatment. We will be able to provide you the best choices of massage therapy management. We take pride in our patient care. You can feel confident that the team at Family Center Massage Therapy have excellent hands on skills and will apply the techniques that will best suit you.

We are pleased to offer the following types of massage therapy:
Rehabilitative MT – Focuses on specific musculoskeletal dysfunction and systemic conditions. This includes but is not limited to injuries/pain, musculoskeletal injuries, sports massage, musculoskeletal injuries and acute and chronic disease processes.

Relaxation – Massage helps our body and mind to refocus and relax. Squeezing, stretching and kneading, releases tight muscles and natural endorphins. This results in decreased pain, decreased heart rate, increased self awareness and a sense of calm.

Pediatric – We can provide treatment for youth with special needs (physical and mental) and for a sense of health and well being. We can offer professional healthy touch when healthy touch is indicated. We are flexible and have many tools for treating the child and youth patients. Parental consent must be given before treatment can commence. We may ask for a doctor’s referral depending on the condition.

Pregnancy (pre and post partum) – Women in their childbearing year have a host of unique physical challenges. The staff at Family Center Massage Therapy are educated and experienced in providing treatment during pregnancy, labour, delivery and post-partum. We want to contribute to your optimal health and function.

Massage Therapy Fees:
30 mins – $35.00
45 mins – $45.00
60 mins – $65.00
90 mins – $100.00

Corporate Massage
Corporate massage is offered in a portable, comfortable and ergonomically designed massage chair. Massage appointments are booked in 15-30 minute intervals. The treatments are performed with the patient fully clothed or partially draped, depending on the treatment required. Chair massage can reduce stress and tension, increase morale, increase circulation, improve mental response and alertness, decrease repetitive stress injuries and increase productivity.

Fees dependent on location. Please ask for more details.

Poultices
Mustard – A common remedy to increase circulation to an area. A mustard salve is prepared and sandwiched in a cloth. This cloth is then applied to your body. Effective for chest congestion and areas of decreased circulation.

Fee: 20 min – $15.00

Charcoal – Using activated charcoal in a poultice form. Excellent for neutralizing toxins such as bug bites and rashes. Not recommended over open lesions.

Fee: 20 min – $15.00

Therapeutic Regional Contrast Therapy
When the body is exposed to contrasts of heat and cold, there is a vascular change in the vessels. This will increase circulation and aid healing. The staff of Family Center Massage Therapy will apply temperatures for your optimal healing. This could be in the form of tubs of hot and cool water, ice and heat packs, hot and cool cloths or wraps.

Fee: 15 min – $10.00

Hot Stone Massage Therapy
This therapy uses basalt river stones that have been heated and cooled for maximum benefit. This is a powerful treatment which includes a variety of techniques. The techniques involved include massage therapy, aromatherapy, and hydrotherapy. 20 hot stones and 10 cold stones are used for this full body treatment. The stones are either placed on the body or used for massage with oils.

Fee: 60 mins $85.00 / 90 mins $130.00

Paraffin Hand or Foot Treatment
This deep heat treatment will soften and smooth your skin. Great for sore joints and poor circulation. Generally is applied to hands or feet, but can be brushed on over larger joints. This treatment will include a regional massage of the affected area.

Fee: 30 mins – $35.00

Fees dependent on location. Please ask for more details.

Doula is a Greek word meaning “woman caregiver of another woman”. The doulas of Family Center Massage Therapy are committed to a mother and her partner(s) emotionally, physically and intellectually during her pregnancy, labour and delivery. All have training as doulas and are registered massage therapists. We hope to make your experience as terrific as possible.

Doula Services include: 2 prenatal visits, continuous support during labour, one postpartum visit, your birth story and discounted prenatal massage therapy.

Fees:
$100.00 for the 3 visits
$65.00/hour during labour to a maximum rate of $550.00
$55.00 for a one hour massage

Fees dependent on location. Please ask for more details.

Baby Basics
The trouble with all babies is that they don’t come with any sort of warning stickers, maintenance guides, or repair manuals. Which is good for us because here is a service we provide. That we are showing people that they’re not alone out there in the baby wilderness. Have some fun and join us to learn the basics, such as changing a diaper, how to burp a baby and tricks on soothing a crying bundle of joy. Facilitated by Jason and Paula Jaspar.

Preparation for Labour and Delivery
Labour is an event like no other and no two labours are the same. Join other couples learning a variety of tried and true techniques to ease you through labour. Topics include relaxation, massage and breathing. This is 8 hours of fun and information. Facilitated by Paula Jaspar.

Infant Massage
Infant massage has been practiced by other cultures for centuries. Watching new parents with their new baby, there is a natural want to touch, caress, investigate and move their little fingers, toes and legs. Massage is an extension to this natural instinct we all have. Learn how to encourage muscular suppleness, joint health and effective circulation. This will help prepare the baby for all the physical skills to come. It is a valuable means of preparing the body for activity and improving mobility and relaxation. It is also a fun relaxing activity for parent and child. This is 1.5 hours/ week for 4 weeks course.

Infant Massage for Expecting Parents
For parents wanting to learn the basic infant massage skills before shier little bundle of joy arrives. Learn on anatomically correct infant models. We will be covering the same information as the Infant Massage class. This is a one day class.

Introduction to Swedish Massage
Did you ever want to learn some basic massage strokes? Did you ever think it would be great to give and receive nurturing rubs from friends or family? Come and learn the basic principles of Swedish massage as well as the introductory strokes. All participants will be able to give a full body relaxation massage at the end of this course.

Health and Wellness Seminars
Family Center Massage Therapy offers a variety of seminars. We run seminars about massage therapy, relaxation, stretching, yoga, ergonomics, reflexology and aromatherapy. All seminars are facilitated by experienced staff from that field. If there is a topic you are interested, we are happy to research it and find the expert for you.

Massage for Birth Professionals and Labour Support Coaches
There are many studies indicating how important touch is during labour. Learn how to provide mother massage safely. Topics will include anatomy and physiology, indications and contraindications, as well as positioning. Special techniques focus on relaxation, early labour and transition labour. There will be discussion on post partum massage. Please note this course is only available to participants that have experience working with or intend to work with women during their childbearing year. This is a two weekend course.

Massage Therapy for the Childbearing Year – 17 CMT credits
This course is open to Registered Massage Therapists. Topics will include review of anatomy and physiology, understanding of normal developments during pregnancy, labour, delivery and post partum. Interview, assessment and treatment protocols are discussed and practiced. Common obstetrical complaints, contraindications and precautions will be covered. This will be an interactive and informative course. Check the BC Massage Practitioner Journal for upcoming dates, location and times.

Massage Therapy for the High Risk Pregnancy – 12 CMT credits
(Massage Therapy for the Childbearing Year or equivalent is required)
This course is open to Registered Massage Therapists. Topics will include review of anatomy and physiology, understanding of what a high risk pregnancy is. Interview, assessment and treatment protocols are discussed and practiced. Contraindications, precautions, consent and charting will be covered. Practical portion to take place in a local facility. You must have a blood pressure cuff, stethoscope and tape measure before commencing class. Check the BC Massage Practitioner Journal for upcoming dates, location and times.

Are you and your friends interested in learning more? Get at least 4 participants together for Small Group Classes. Private lessons are also available.

Please e-mail for more information.