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Orthopaedic Massage

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Precise, Targeted Relief for Injury and Recovery

Orthopaedic massage is a precise, evidence-informed form of manual therapy that supports musculoskeletal function and optimal movement, using a treatment plan tailored to your needs following a thorough assessment. It may include massage, soft–tissue release, joint mobilization, and remedial exercise, delivered by a registered massage therapist who works alongside your broader care team at Access Orthopaedics. 

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Services We Offer

Soft Tissue Release and Joint Mobilization
Post-Surgical and Injury Recovery Massage
Sports Massage Therapy

Whiplash and Motor Vehicle Accident Recovery

TMJ (Jaw) Treatment
Conditions We Treat
Conditions We Treat

Neck and Shoulder

Meet Your Massage Therapist

Our registered massage therapists deliver hands-on treatment to support movement and recovery.
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What to Expect

At your first appointment, your therapist will discuss your symptoms and history, assess the factors contributing to your pain (since a large share of pain is referred), and use targeted hands-on techniques to support your recovery, with guidance on ongoing care and confirmation of your extended health benefits coverage along the way. 

No referral is required to book an appointment with one of our registered massage therapists. 

Connected Care for Better Movement

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Referrals

Please note that a referral is NOT required to book with one of our registered massage therapists.

However, we do welcome referrals from physicians, physiotherapists, chiropractors, and other members of your care team.

Specialized Assessment

Your registered massage therapist begins with a thorough intake, reviewing your health history, discussing your goals, and assessing areas of tension, restriction, or dysfunction. Our goal is to understand not just where you hurt, but why you hurt.

Comprehensive Treatment Plan

Your RMT develops a treatment approach tailored to your individual needs, injuries, and symptoms, drawing on deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and other hands-on techniques.

You will also leave with home care and self-management guidance to support your progress between sessions.

Connected Care

Massage therapy, assessments, diagnostic imaging, physiotherapy, pain management, surgical coordination and other allied services are all available at Access Orthopaedics. Your RMT can work alongside your broader care team, making it easy to access care all under one roof.

Financial Coverage

Massage therapy is not typically covered through Alberta Health, but many extended health benefit plans include coverage for registered massage therapy. Direct billing may be available, so ask our team when booking.

Please note we are unable to accept WCB patients.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a referral to see a massage therapist at Access Orthopaedics?
No. You can book an orthopaedic massage appointment directly, without a referral.
Orthopaedic massage is not typically covered through Alberta Health, but many extended health benefit plans include coverage. Direct billing is available with most providers, and we recommend confirming your coverage before your first appointment.
Orthopaedic massage begins with an assessment to identify the root cause of your pain or movement restriction. Based on these findings, your therapist recommends a targeted treatment plan and an appropriate number of sessions. Unlike general or relaxation-based massage, orthopaedic massage is goal-oriented and focused on the specific tissues related to your condition.
A large share of pain is referred pain. An assessment helps determine where your symptoms are coming from, what may be contributing to the issue, and makes sure nothing important is missed in your treatment.
Assessment time varies depending on your condition and whether you have been assessed at Access Orthopaedics before. It typically takes 5 to 25 minutes, with a focus on maximizing your hands-on treatment time.
Treatment is designed to be gentle and comfortable, though you may notice some tenderness in injured or tense tissue. The goal is to support healing without causing excessive discomfort.
Sports massage supports the physical demands of training and competition. It can help with recovery, muscle soreness, flexibility, and performance for recreational and competitive athletes alike.
Yes. Orthopaedic massage can be a helpful part of post-surgical recovery, supporting tissue healing, circulation, and mobility, and can be coordinated with your broader surgical recovery plan.
Yes. Orthopaedic massage is offered as part of our multidisciplinary care model, so your therapist can work alongside your physiotherapist, physiatrist, or other members of your care team.