About Us
Our Therapists
A little about our therapists
Krystal Cowie RMT
Massage therapy, Prenatal massage, Hot stone, Deep tissue Hot stone, Craniosacral
Since graduating in 2005, Krystal has taken several courses on body wraps, hot stone therapy, Sports
Massage as well as pregnancy massage. She has always had an intense interest in working with athletes of all kinds; as well as a keen interest in natural health and the benefits of massage. While Massage Therapy is her passion, she is always looking to further her education to benefit her treatments and hopes to work towards a degree in Kinesiology. Krystal has just recently finished her CranioSacral Therapy course, as well as Craniosacral for work on TMJ conditions. She is planning to futher her studies in Advanced Craniosacral Therapy as well as Somatic Emotional Release 1 and 2. Krystal has also taken a course in the Assessment and Treatment of repetitive strain injuries to the shoulder.
Krystal has recently taken a deep tissue Hot stone massage therapy course, and plans to take Rattan Therapy this year as well.
About Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is one of the oldest methods of healing, as the practice of therapeutic massage can be traced back nearly 4,000 years. Statistics from both Health Canada 1 and the American Massage Therapy Association 2 show that millions of North Americans use it today.
Massage therapy refers to a comprehensive health management strategy focusing on the application of various techniques to positively affect the soft tissues and joints of the body. Massage techniques most commonly include pressure and compression, kneading, frictioning, and mobilizing to improve the health and condition of the muscles, tendons, skin, fascia or connective tissue of the body.
Today massage is thought of as a holistic therapy that complements medical treatment. The "Physician's Guide to Therapeutic Massage" shows that massage can decrease pain, improve range of motion, improve mood, aid in the circulation of blood and lymph flow, reduce muscle and joint soreness, and improve sleep.
1 Health Canada (2003)Health Policy Research Bulletin. Retrieved May 10, 2005, from http://www.hc-sc.gc.ca/iacb-dgiac/arad-draa/english/rmdd/bulletin/mainstream.html#page6
2 American Massage Therapy Association. (2001). Massage Therapy Consumer Fact Sheet
About Us
Appointment Policy
Late Arrivals
Please arrive for your appointment on time. Arriving late will rob you of those precious minutes of your treatment time. Late arrivals are subject to the full cost of the appointment as booked.
Missed Appointments
When you book an appointment with us, that time is set aside for you - and ONLY you. We never double book and we will be ready for you when you arrive. In return, we ask that you keep your promise to us and show up for your appointment on time.
Please understand that missed appointments prevent us from catering to other clients.
That said, our policy is simple. If you do not show up for your scheduled appointment, and you have not notified us at least 24 hours in advance, you will be required to pay the full cost of the treatment as booked.
Cancellations
In the event that you are unable to keep your scheduled appointment with us, please contact us by phone at least 24 hours prior to your appointment. If you do not reach us, please leave a message on our voice-mail system. If we do not hear from you within this time frame, and you do not keep your appointment, the above policy will be applied.
Note: We recognize that no one is perfect and there are circumstances that are out of your control (sudden illness, family emergencies, etc.) and so your therapist may make an exception to the above policies on those rare occasions.
Privacy Policy
Respecting your privacy is important to us; We are committed to safeguarding your privacy online.We have posted this privacy policy to help you understand how your personal information will be treated when you use our services. This policy may change from time to time, so please check back periodically.
Information collected via this website is limited to what we need to provide you with the best possible service available anywhere. It will not be sold, or rented to any individual, group, corporation or agency. Release of your information occurs only when we have your consent; or when it is required to deliver a requested service to you; or where we am required or permitted to do so by law.
Information Automatically collected
Like other websites, this one automatically gathers anonymous information about you such as your Internet address, the date and the time you visited the site, and the pages you viewed. This information is collected specifically to better understand how the website is being used and to improve its effectiveness.
Email Address and contact information
When you send us e-mail or when you request an appointment with us, we acquire your email address. We use your email address to acknowledge your appointment request and/or reply to your questions, and we may store your communication and our reply in order to provide you with a high level of client support.
We may also use contact information collected on this website to contact and correspond with you regarding the services that you requested and other related services we may offer.
Booking Services
When you book appointments through our website, we collect and store information about you necessary to complete your booking and to ultimately provide you with the requested services.
Use of Cookies
As part of our ongoing effort to personalize our services and to make your experience with us an enjoyable one, we may use cookies to store and retrieve information about you and your usage of our website. Cookies help us see which parts of the site are most popular and which are least popular, allowing us to identify areas of the site that may need attention - ultimately translating into better service for you.
Protecting Information
A cookie is a small amount of data that is sent to your browser from our website and stored on your computer's hard drive. The use of cookies is an
We protect your information with appropriate safeguards and security measures andweI retain your information only for the time it is required for the stated purposes. Only those involved in processing data have access to this information.
Gift Certificates
Gift certificates for every occasion
Stretches
http://www.sportsinjuryclinic.net/rehabilitation-exercises/stretching-exercises
This link s from the Sports Injury Clinic
New client Forms
Please click to download form http://www.wholehealthregina.ca/doc/Whole%20Health%20Client%20History.docx
Monthly Promotions
Christmas Special, Buy 3 get 1 FREE
When you buy 3 gift certificates for 45 minutes or more you receive a 45 minute for free
Certificates can be purchased online or at the clinic
FAQs
If you are new to massage therapy, we understand that you might have some questions. We are confident that we have the answers to your inquiries.
Below are the answers to the questions that are most commonly asked about massage therapy treatment. Should you have additional questions please feel free to contact us.
Question:
How will massage therapy benefit me?
Answer:
With professional massage therapy you can experience relief from muscular tension and pain, receive increased range of motion and a reduction of mental stress levels. Massage is a natural healing process that can deliver both physical and emotional benefits.
Treatments are specifically tailored to meet your needs.
Question:
How often will I need treatments?
Answer:
Your body can let you know. Some people require only a few sessions to treat a specific problem, while others become regular users of massage therapy as both proactive and preventative healthcare. Massage can help maintain good muscle tone, flexibility, and help correct muscular injuries.
Question:
How old does a person need to be to receive massage therapy?
Answer:
Any age. Massage therapy treatments are effective from birth until palliative care stages.
Question:
Which regions of my body get massaged?
Answer:
The therapist will ask you what you want to get out of the session. You will also be asked to describe any chronic problems that you are experiencing. This will determine the appropriate regions of your body that need attention. A typical full-body massage involves your back, neck, shoulders, arms, legs, feet, and hands.
Question:
Will I experience muscle soreness following a massage therapy treatment?
Answer:
Most people report feel very relaxed, and often experience significant relief from aches, pains and stress after a massage session. However some people, especially those who require deep-tissue massage, experience mild muscle soreness which may last a day or two. Once the soreness is gone, they often notice heightened energy levels and an increased range of motion.
Question:
I'm not sure I'm comfortable with a stranger touching me.
Answer:
It is not uncommon for first-time clients to be apprehensive with the personal nature of massage therapy. Most clients lose this apprehension within the first few minutes of treatment. Massage therapists are trained professionals who respect your feelings and go out of their way to allow you to feel comfortable.
Question:
Do I have to take off all of my clothes?
Answer:
One of the keys to the success of a your massage therapy session is your ability to relax and feel comfortable. Therefore, the decision is yours; remove only the articles of clothing that you are comfortable with removing. Traditional full-body massage treatments work best administered directly, without the barrier of clothing on the areas massaged. During a session you will be fully covered with a table sheet/blanket, only the area of your body that is being worked on is uncovered. Before and after the session, you will undress and dress in complete privacy.
Question:
Will my extended healthcare plan cover the costs of massage therapy treatments?
Answer:
Yes. Most extended healthcare plans include massage therapy and some even have on-line billing. Some plans ask you to first receive a physician's referral. Feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help you determine your plan's coverage.
Question:
Do you offer massage gift certificates?
Answer:
Yes we do! A therapeutic massage is a great way to show someone how much you care. Please call the office at 569-3565 for information regarding gift certificates.
Packages
Buy a package of 4 of your choice of massage treatment's and get a 5th one free
2 45 minute De-Stress package for $100.00 ( normal cost $130.00)