Pace Yourself Wellness Centre
Massage Therapy
Massage is a branch of integrative medicine which involves the physical manipulation of soft tissue to relieve pain, reduce tightness, and loosen the body.
Our massage therapists are ready to help you relax in a comfortable and easing manner.
What are the health benefits of a massage?
Reduce Stress & anxiety
Reduce Stress & anxiety
Reduce Stress & anxiety
...by increasing parasympathetic nervous activity
Improve sleep
Reduce Stress & anxiety
Reduce Stress & anxiety
...by elevating serotonin & dopamine production
Decrease pain
Strengthen bodily function
Strengthen bodily function
...by releasing soft tissue tension
Strengthen bodily function
Strengthen bodily function
Strengthen bodily function
...by fortifying immune response
FAQ: Massage Therapist vs. Masseuse
Education & training
A masseuse typically acquires training informally (i.e. short courses, training programs). A Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) acquires formal training and certification through an accredited massage therapy program or school.
Style & specialization
A masseuse will usually offer relaxation/stress relief massages. An RMT can offer those as well as a broader range of therapeutic massages.
Setting & atmosphere
You will often find masseuses at spas or beauty/wellness centres. RMTs are more common in clinical settings (i.e. hospitals, physiotherapy clinics, sports facilities).