Massage Therapy
Relax & Rejuvinate
Gavin Robertson, R.M.T.
Gavin Robertson has been an active member of his North Vancouver community, for the past thirteen years. At the same time, he has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapist within this same community.
He always strives to be at the leading edge of massage therapy, by continuously upgrading both his academic and physical skills. In fact, his commitment to excellence is evidenced by his annual surpassing of the minimal post-graduate education demands required by the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia.
Gavin incorporates within his professional skill set the the latest Massage Therapy techniques and theoretical developments. These applications ensure his clients benefit from the best treatment available by the comprehensive use of Arthrokinetic therapy, Neuromuscular therapy, passive and Active/passive release techniques, Muscle Energy and Contractile Myofascial Release.
In summary, Gavin partners alongside his client's to coordinate a comprehensive treatment and education plan. This usually involves addressing the source(s) of pain and dysfunction, "head-on" with the objective to facilitate optimal functioning within their day-to-day, occupational and activity environment(s).
Massage Therapy is:
- Smart
- Massage Therapy is a drug-free, healthy and cost-effective way to take care of your body.
- Safe
- BC Registered Massage Therapists are medical professionals with some of the most training
in North America. Their actions are governed by the College of Massage Therapists of BC. - Effective
- Massage Therapy is a proven treatment for a broad spectrum of ailments from asthma to arthritis.
Philosophy:
Integral to our approach is to identify sources of pain or dysfunction and emphasize the appropriate, comprehensive treatment plan with preventative care to improve on treatment gains.
Features:
- Pain Management
- Recommended by the Canadian Medical Association
- Biomechanical assessment of your needs
- Everyone can benefit from Massage Therapy
- Discount prepaid treatment packages available
Massage therapy is a vital part of health care & wellness
- Treats injuries
- Relieves pain
- Is part of a healthy lifestyle Learn more about posture
- Body awareness, and how it relates to foot, knee, back and headache pain.
"Reduce the negative effects of stress on your life"
Benefits:
- Stress relief
- Dilates blood vessels, thereby improving circulation to the rest of the body
- Acts as a cleanser, stimulating lymph circulation, and eliminating waste and toxins
- Stimulates the release of endorphins, the body's naturally produced pain killer
- Covered through most insurance plans
- Improves sleep
Patient Quote
"In the many years that I have had treatment, Physiotherapy and Chiropractors, I found that they only worked for a short while and did not hold. I started Massage Therapy about 2 years ago. I found that it is relaxing and it has made me feel a lot better. The headaches and backaches are not as frequent anymore because of Massage Therapy. I highly recommend Massage Therapy because it works. It has for me and I am a lot better for it."
Grace Neufeld
Fees:
Private fees : half hour $42.00, one hour $80.00
ICBC Fees: half hour $22.00
ICBC: one hour $62.00
MSP fees: $12.00
*Note that a referral is necessary for Extended Health, ICBC Certified, and WCB Claims.
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