Call Us - Hunt Club613-224-2077 Call Us - Kanata343-309-9654 Book Online Today Elysian Wellness Ottawa Massage Therapy Get a massage today that makes you feel better tomorrow. Book Online Today Elysian Wellness Massage Therapy in Nepean, Kanata, & Hunt Club Get focused treatment today that makes you feel better tomorrow Book Online Today Looking for Massage Therapy in Ottawa? Massage Therapy in Kanata & Nepean Massage therapy is a powerful, natural way to promote healing and enhance your health and wellness. It’s also a popular method for athletes of all levels to aid recovery between training sessions, and boost their athletic performance. If you’re looking for massage therapy in Ottawa, Nepean, Hunt Club, or Kanata, our team of award-winning registered massage therapists can help: Reduce and manage pain if you’ve experienced physical trauma or have inflammation, postural or structural imbalances and joint restrictions Release stress, promote relaxation, and ease muscle tension and pain Develop better muscle flexibility We offer direct billing, financing, and other payment methods. Contact us today to book your next massage in Ottawa with one of our therapists! Morgan Asquini Registered Massage Therapist Previous Next Mason Timm Registered Massage Therapist Previous Next Shawn Willis Registered Massage Therapist Brooke Meister Registered Massage Therapist Ashley Slaney Registered Massage Therapist Erica Impundu Registered Massage Therapist Get Started With Elysian Wellness Today! Book Online Get Started With Elysian Wellness Today! Book Online Get Started With Elysian Wellness Today! Book Online Benefits of Massage Therapy Elysian offers many massage therapy techniques, each with their different intensities (light or medium pressure, or deep tissue). Massage is a safe, appropriate and effective treatment for people of all ages, including infants, children, pregnant women, and seniors. Massage therapy can help to: Break down muscle knots and adhesions Reduce stress, anxiety and depression Reduce, manage and eliminate pain Increase range of motion Reduce muscle tension Improve circulation Improve joint mobility Boost athletic performance Improve the quality of your sleep Normalize your lymphatic system (lymphedema massage) Massage Treatments Offered at Elysian As your first choice for Ottawa massage therapy treatments, Elysian can address a wide range of health issues and enhance your health, well-being and athletic performance. Take a look and see what might suit you, or give us a call and we can suggest options based on your symptoms, goals and needs. Sport massage Collapse A sport massage is designed to improve your athletic performance and treat and prevent injuries. It may focus on particular muscle groups, trouble areas and trigger points, depending on you and the nature of your activity. It can help increase blood flow, increase your range of motion, and address areas that you may be prone to injure. Your therapist may also use other techniques such as compression, pressure point therapy, and joint mobilization to aid in your performance. Deep tissue massage Expand Deep tissue massage involves slow, firm pressure strokes that allows your therapist to reach deeper into your body’s muscle and fascia (connective tissue surrounding the muscles). It’s commonly used to treat chronic pain and alleviate contracted areas such as a stiff, sore neck, upper or lower back pain, and other tight, sore muscles. It’s also used to break up scar tissue and release muscle knots that can cause pain and inflammation, limit your range of motion and disrupt circulation. Myofascial release Expand Myofascial tissue is the tough membrane that wraps, connects and supports your muscles. It can become tight, sensitive and painful, just like your muscles. Myofascial release therapy helps release tension, break up knots and scar tissue, and provide relief. Your therapist will feel for stiff or tightened areas and use a mix of slow, steady pressure and prolonged stretching to gently work the tense areas. This will soften, stretch and loosen the fascia, releasing the pressure and tightness so it — and you — can move more freely. Relaxation massage Expand Relaxation massage is one of the most sought-after types of massages available. It’s intended for relaxation and stress relief, not necessarily to treat specific injuries. The focus is to loosen the superficial muscles of your body, not to correct any issues or break up knots or scar tissue. We use a smoother, flowing, light to medium touch to relax your body. The main difference separating relaxation massage from deep tissue is the pressure used by your therapist. Prenatal massage Expand Carrying a baby can put a lot of added stress on your back, shoulders, neck, and abdominal muscles. Our therapists are extensively trained in prenatal massage, modifying their technique to accommodate the pregnant body while helping promote muscle relaxation, ease sore spots, reduce back pain, improve circulation and mobility, reduce anxiety, and help relax ligaments. Depending on your stage of pregnancy, don’t be afraid to ask our therapists for the special prenatal table bolster which allows you to remain face down during treatment. This bolster contours the belly using memory foam, giving you support to comfortably enjoy a relaxing massage. Scalp and facial massage with hot towel treatment Expand Enjoy a relaxing, refreshing scalp and facial massage while breathing in the relaxing aromas of essential oils and feeling the soothing warmth of hot towels. A relaxation massage will provide you with ultimate relief and tranquility as the stress melts from your body. You can choose massage gel infused with a mix of shea butter, jojoba, avocado and peach oil, or a face lotion with active botanicals of white lily, rosehips, english cucumber, aloe vera and papaya for your face and scalp. It helps lubricate and hydrate, leaving you not only relaxed, but also giving you healthy, nourished skin. Get Started With Elysian Wellness Today! Book Online Get Started With Elysian Wellness Today! Book Online Get Started With Elysian Wellness Today! Book Online Massage Therapy FAQs What can I expect during my first massage appointment? Collapse Before your first visit, we ask that you arrive 15–20 minutes prior to your appointment to complete a confidential medical history form. You will then meet your massage therapist and the two of you will discuss your reason for seeking massage treatment, your goals, and any other other concerns you may have. Your therapist will proceed with your massage, and once completed, they’ll recommend a treatment plan, including the frequency of visits. How do I know what kind of massage I need? Expand The type of massage you require depends on your goals. A relaxation massage is a very gentle type of treatment, whereas deep tissue massage is intended to loosen tense muscles and work out those pesky knots. You can find many great articles on our site to see more about the many different kinds of massages we offer. Does OHIP cover massage therapy? Expand Unfortunately there is no provincial health plan that covers massage therapy at this time. But many extended healthcare providers recognize the benefits of massage therapy and offer coverage. Check with your provider and let us take care of your direct billing. What’s the difference between a registered massage therapist and a masseuse/masseur? Expand A registered massage therapist is a licensed healthcare professional registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. They receive extensive education and are required to successfully complete examinations to ensure that they have the necessary skills to safely and effectively offer massage therapy. The terms “masseuse” and “masseur” are simply informal, gender-specific terms — masseuse for women and masseur for men — that can be used by both a licensed or unlicensed practitioner. Insurance policies require that the massage therapist you see is registered. The titles of “registered massage therapist” or “massage therapist” are protected designations. Unlicensed practitioners can offer massages, but cannot offer “massage therapy” as healthcare providers. Do I have to undress fully for a massage? Expand If you don’t feel comfortable undressing, please let your therapist know and they can work around your preference. Speak with your therapist about which areas of your body require work, and they will suggest which items of clothing to remove. Massage treatments are more effective with direct contact, but it’s not required. Can I control what pressure my massage therapist uses? Expand Of course! Please feel free to inform your therapist of your preferences. During treatment, do not be shy to ask your therapist to use lighter or deeper pressure. Do I need a doctor’s referral to see an RMT? Expand No, you do not. You may only require it if your extended health insurer requires it for coverage. Massage Therapy Blogs Relaxation Massage vs Deep Tissue Massage With many different massage treatments available, you may not know which type is right for you. If you’re looking for relaxation and relief from tense, tight muscles, a relaxation massage is probably right for you. If you have chronic pain or an injury, then a deep tissue massage might be the route to go. Read more 8 Benefits of Massage Therapy Is your busy schedule taking a toll on your body? Whether you’re looking for ways to treat a specific health condition, or simply to find some much-needed stress relief, massage might be the missing piece you need. Regular massage therapy has grown to be a staple in many healthcare regimens. Read more What You Need to Know Before Getting a Sports Massage If you’re a competitor you know how it feels to push your body to the limit. Chances are you’ve also experienced an injury or two. A sports massage performed by one of Elysian’s registered massage therapists is a highly effective tool to treat those aches, pains and strains that keep you from performing at your best. Read more How Massage Therapy Helps With Posture & Alignment It may seem like an old-fashioned concept, but poor posture is the cause of so much avoidable pain and stiffness. It can even be highly damaging to our overall health. Massage therapy can help alleviate pain due to poor posture and improve mobility so you can stand up straighter and move more comfortably. Read more Get Advice From Our Massage Therapists! Experience the difference that our award-winning massage therapy treatments can make. Contact us to book your next massage in Ottawa, Kanata, Hunt Club, and Nepean! Name* Email* Phone* Select Service Requested*Help Me Get StartedPhysiotherapyChiropractorAcupunctureMassage TherapyDietitianYogaIV TherapyCold Plunge Your Message*