Massage Therapy

    About Massage Therapy

    Massage therapy is the manipulation of the body's soft tissues. Massage techniques are commonly applied with hands, fingers, elbows, knees, forearms, feet, or a device. The purpose of massage is generally for the treatment of body stress or pain.


    You will experience the following benefits when you have a massage therapy treatment:

    • Promotes Muscle Relaxation

    • Improves Circulation

    • Improves Posture

    • Eases Muscle Pain


    • Helps with Anxiety and Depression

    • Gives the Immune System a Boost

    • Assist with Headache Management

    • Reduce Blood Pressure


    What Else Can Massage Therapy Help With?

    • Physical pain such as muscle tension, back pain, neck, shoulders, elbows & knees

    • Myofascial Pain Syndrome

    • Rotator Cuff Syndrome

    • Sciatica

    • Tennis Elbow

    • Frozen Shoulder

    • Muscle sprains and strains

    • Sports Injuries

    • Anxiety

    • Insomnia




    • Headaches and Migraines

    • Depression

    • Common Cold and Flu

    • Arthritis and Rheumatoid Arthritis

    • Carpal Tunnel

    • Breast Cancer and other types of Cancer

    • Recovering from major surgery, such as heart bypass surgery

    • Hypertension

    • Asthma and Bronchitis

    • Fibromyalgia


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    Services

    What is a Swedish Treatment

    Swedish massage is the most the most common type of massage therapy. It relaxes and energizes the body to improve overall health. It is a relatively gentle massage form focused on the body's superficial layers.


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    Sessions/Packages:

    SWEDISH MASSAGE ( 60 MIN. )
    $120 + Tax
    SWEDISH MASSAGE ( 75 MIN. )
    $135 + Tax
    SWEDISH MASSAGE ( 90 MIN. )
    $170 + Tax
    Practitioner performing a Reflexology treatment at Health Energies Vaughan Wellness centre

    What is a Deep Tissue Massage

    Deep tissue massage is a massage technique that’s mainly used to treat musculoskeletal issues, such as strains and sports injuries. It involves applying sustained pressure using slow, deep strokes to target the inner layers of your muscles and connective tissues.

    Additional Benefits:

    • Muscle Rehab
    • Breaks down Scar Tissue
    • Reduces Chronic Pain
    • Increase Joint Mobility

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    Sessions/Packages:

    DEEP TISSUE TREATMENT ( 60 MIN. )
    $150 + Tax
    Practitioner performing Aroma Flex body work therapy treatment at Health Energies Vaughan Wellness centre

    What is a Manual Lymphatic
    Drainage Treatment

    Known as manual lymphatic drainage, this treatment consists of a gentle form of massage used to relieve painful swelling in your arms, legs, abdomen and/or other parts of the body caused by lymphedema. Lymphedema happens when your tissues retain fluid left behind after your cardiovascular system sends blood to your tissues and organs.


    The remaining fluid is called lymph. Normally, your lymphatic system collects your lymph and returns it to your heart via a network of lymph vessels and lymph nodes. When something disrupts your lymphatic system's process, lymph collects in your arm, legs, abdomen and other parts of your body, making them swell.


    A massage therapist uses lymphatic drainage massage techniques to move lymph from your tissues to your lymph nodes, which eases the swelling in your tissues.


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    Sessions/Packages:

    MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE TREATMENT ( 75 MIN. )
    $135 + Tax
    Practitioner performing a Reflexology treatment at Health Energies Vaughan Wellness centre

    What is a Vagus Nerve Inhibition Treatment

    The Vagus nerve is the longest nerve in your body. It connects your brain to many important organs throughout the body, including the gut (intestines, stomach), heart and lungs.


    The Vagus nerve is also a key part of your parasympathetic “rest and digest” nervous system. It influences your breathing, digestive function, and heart rate, all of which can have a huge impact on your mental health.


    But what you really need to pay special attention to is the "tone" of your Vagus nerve. Vagal tone is an internal biological process that represents the activity of the Vagus nerve. Stimulating and increasing your vagal tone activates the parasympathetic nervous system, and having higher vagal tone means that your body can relax faster after stress.

    Treatment For:

    • Poor gut health and digestive issues
    • Irritable bowel syndrome
    • Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn’s Disease, Colitis)
    • Obesity
    • Type two diabetes
    • Rheumatoid arthritis
    • Other autoimmune disorders
    • Chronic inflammation
    • High blood pressure
    • Heart arrhythmias
    • Sleep disorders
    • Mood and anxiety symptoms (Depression)
    • PTSD
    • Fibromyalgia
    • Migraines & Headaches


    Additional Benefits:


    • Lowering heart rate
    • Boosting Immunity
    • Improve alertness and cognition
    • Reduce Brain Fog 
    • Reduce Blood Pressure
    • Boost Mood


    Practitioner performing the Young Living Raindrop Technique treatment at Health Energies Vaughan Wellness centre

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    Sessions/Packages:

    MANUAL VAGUS NERVE INHIBITION TREATMENT ( 75 MIN. )
    $135 + Tax
    MANUAL VAGUS NERVE INHIBITION TREATMENT ( 90 MIN. )
    $170 + Tax

    Frequently Asked Questions

    • What can I expect when I go for a massage appointment?

      On your first visit you will complete a confidential health history form. Your therapist will assess and create a treatment plan for you. Currently, it is important to inform your therapist if you have any medical conditions or are taking any medications. To fully understand your position your Massage Therapist listens to your concerns and your individual needs as well as other factors that may be contributing to your situation. With your health history information your therapist will develop a treatment plan with you so you receive the appropriate treatment that will help you a return, as much as possible, to your normal activities.

    • Do I need a doctors’ referral?

      There is no requirement to have a referral to see a Registered Massage Therapist.  Extended health care plans, and insurers may require a referral before you will be covered. You need to check with your policy to see if you need one to be reimbursed for the treatments.

    • Do Provincial Health plans (OHIP or BCMP) cover Massage Therapy?

      Currently there are no Provincial Health plans that cover Therapeutic Massage, but many workplace or private Extended Health Care Insurance programs have full or partial coverage.  In many provinces Worker’s Compensation Insurance, Workplace Safety Insurance WSIB (ON) and Auto Insurance cover the cost of massage therapy for injury rehabilitation. Before you go for your Therapeutic massage treatment your details of coverage should be arranged with your insurance representative.

    • How often should I have massage treatments?

      A mutual consultation with your Massage Therapist can help you establish a treatment program which fits your lifestyle and physical requirements. Your massage therapist is on your team and is involved with your repair, rejuvenation and in the maintenance of your health. Your choice of RMT assures you that your recommendation for further treatment is being made by a qualified health professional and is made with your preeminent care in mind.

    • Is one massage therapy treatment enough?

      Yes if you just want to experience massage therapy to relax. However, to have a longer-term therapeutic affect one treatment may not be enough.

      Note: massage therapy is most beneficial in both acute and chronic conditions, when used over a series of treatments and then followed up with maintenance or preventive treatments. (Acute conditions are recent, occurring within a week to a month, and can be severe to mild but are sudden in onset. This could describe anything from car accident to a muscular sprain. Chronic conditions are present for several months or years.)

    • Are they any contraindications or cautions for Massage Therapy?

      The answer is yes; therefore providing the most accurate and detailed medical history and conditions is important.  Ensure that you discuss with your Registered Massage Therapist the potential contraindications or cautions based on your personal history.

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