At a glance
- Who provides it
- Registered Massage Therapists Laura Manning and Lia Zhou
- Specialties
- Craniosacral therapy, manual lymphatic drainage, TMJ (jaw) release, hot stone and prenatal massage
- Helpful for
- Pain and muscle tension, swelling, headaches and jaw pain, and some symptoms of dizziness and tinnitus
- Coverage
- Receipts provided for extended health benefit claims
- Fees
- Registered massage from $63 (30 min) to $188 (90 min); specialty initial appointments $160 (75 min)
How massage therapy helps
Registered massage therapy uses specialized manual techniques to help manage pain, injury, stress, movement problems — and even the symptoms of vestibular disorders. It works by reducing muscle tension, normalizing how tissues move, improving blood and lymph flow, reducing inflammation and calming the nervous system.
Alongside traditional therapeutic massage, our team offers these specialized treatments.
Craniosacral therapy (CST)
A gentle, light-touch treatment that assesses the membranes and movement of fluid in and around the central nervous system, supporting the body’s own self-regulation and healing. It can help with an over-stressed nervous system, fascial restrictions, headaches, TMJ problems and regional pain syndromes, and is suitable for children and adults.
CST may help with:
- Eustachian tube dysfunction — releasing tight muscles and fascia around the jaw, neck and skull so the tubes that drain the ears can open more easily
- Dizziness and tinnitus — gently rebalancing tension in the tissues of the head and around the inner ear
- Sinus problems — releasing pressure and improving drainage around the face and skull
Initial craniosacral appointments are with Laura Manning, RMT; follow-up treatments are with Laura or Lia Zhou, RMT.
Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD)
A gentle, hands-on treatment that helps your lymphatic system move excess fluid out of the limbs, torso, abdomen and face. It’s effective for lymphoedema, swelling after surgery or injury, bloating and fluid retention. Lymphatic drainage is offered by Laura Manning, RMT.
How CST and MLD work together
- Craniosacral therapy works on the structure — helping bones, tissues and nerves move and function better.
- Lymphatic drainage works on the flow — helping fluid drain and inflammation settle.
TMJ (jaw) dysfunction
TMJ treatment releases tension in the main jaw muscles — the masseter and temporalis — and often includes intra-oral work, where the therapist uses a gloved finger to reach deeper muscles such as the pterygoids from inside the mouth.
We also treat referred pain through the neck, shoulders and scalp to correct postural strain on the jaw. Combining trigger-point therapy with gentle joint mobilization, the goal is to reduce inflammation, stop clicking and restore full range of motion — moving the jaw from chronic clenching to relaxed, comfortable function.
Initial TMJ appointments are with Laura Manning, RMT; follow-up treatments are with Laura or Lia Zhou, RMT.
Prenatal massage
Massage adapted for pregnancy, with supportive positioning (usually lying on your side, cushioned with pillows) so you can relax comfortably as your body changes. It can help ease the back, hip, neck and leg aches and the general tension that often come with pregnancy. Let us know how far along you are when you book, and tell your therapist about any pregnancy complications. Prenatal massage is offered by Lia Zhou, RMT.
Hot stone massage
Smooth, heated stones are placed on the body and used as an extension of the therapist’s hands. The warmth helps tight muscles soften, so deeper tension can be released with less pressure, making it a good choice when you want therapeutic work that still feels deeply relaxing. Hot stone massage is offered by Lia Zhou, RMT.
Also available
Registered massage appointments of 30 to 90 minutes with Lia Zhou, RMT, including focused treatment for chronic neck and shoulder tension. See all massage fees.