WELLNESS SERVICES
Chinese Acupuncture
Acupuncture is an Ancient Chinese technique dating back over 3,000 years old. Through targeted stimulation via acupunture needles of specific points or meridians one can unblock stagnation, improve qi, & balance the internal ecosystem. Acupuncture is known to benefit many ailments from arthritis, back pain, neck pain, sciatica, headaches, stroke & more.
Orthopedic Massage
Through targeted muscle manipulation techniques, cyriax frictions & deep pressure fascial release our RMT's are well trained in muscle release. Each treatment is custom tailored with 2 goals always in mind; increasing your range of motion & decreasing your pain. Additional techniques used as needed including TuiNa (chinese massage), Swedish, ShiaT'su & more.
Athletic Therapy
With precise combination of physical manipulation & tools such as Ultrasound, TENS & GuaSha our Athletic Therapist can help to stimulate healing & reduce pain in joints & muscles caused by muscle strains, injuries, chronic pain, concussions, pre & post op & much much more. Treatments include combinations of soft tissue mobilization, exercise therapy & more.
Holistic Nutrition
Holistic Nutrition focuses on overall understanding of the bodies interconnectedness as a whole. The goal of holistic nutrition is to support & optimize the body's innate healing abilities through a holistic whole-person approach taking into account your personal challenges, illnesses, imbalances as well as goals & desired outcomes. Each plan custom tailored to match your own personal goals.
Electro- acupuncture
Electroacupuncture is a modern variation of Acupuncture using electricity to enhance the stimulation of the needles resulting in increased results, shorter treatment times & more accuracy with larger coverage area.
Ask your Acupuncturist about Electroacupuncture
Cupping
Cupping is another ancient Chinese healing method that may help ease back pain, neck pain, headaches & more. The cups increase blood flow to the area stimulating healing at a cellular level.
Ask your Massage Therapist about Cupping.
Hot Stone Massage
The use of hot stone massage is believed to be an ancient technique from India, part of an Indian holistic health tradition known as "Ayurveda". It helps to relieve stress, muscle tension & boost circulation.
Ask your Massage Therapist about Hot Stones.
Essential Oils
From as early as 1800 BC, ancient Egyptians have been using Essential oils to boost mood, reduce stress & increase attentiveness, improve sleep, reduce anxiety, pain, inflammation, nausea & headaches.
Ask your Massage Therapist about Essential Oils
Holistic Reflexology
Reflexology is a great complimentary therapy using ancient Egyptian & Chinese techniques applied to specific "reflux" points in the feet, hands or face. These points stimulate the body's natural healing in that corresponding area.
Ask your Massage Therapist about Reflexology
Meet the Therapists
Michelle Primeau,
RMT, Reflexologist
Michelle strives to offer the utmost in care & is both knowledgeable & experienced in working with wide ranges of ailments including strains, accidents, pre & post op, arthritis, fibromyalgia, frozen shoulder & more.
She is a very knowledgeable Massage Therapist with excellent client relations. With over 10 years’ experience as a practicing Reflexologist & over 3 practicing Orthopedic Massage, she is experienced in a wide range of techniques and methods including Orthopedic Massage, Sports Massage, TuiNa Massage, Swedish Massage, Reflexology, Craniosacral therapy, Cupping, and Shiatsu.
Dr. Gary Wong
Acupuncturist, DTCM
Dr. Gary Wong graduated from Calgary College of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. His extensive training in Chinese martial arts, pressure point, Tui Na massage, gua sha, TCM herbology and I Ching allows him to apply Chinese ancient healing techniques to modern lifestyle. He is a registered Acupuncturist and Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner under the College of Acupuncturists in Alberta. He is passionate about helping people to maintain their best state of health and achieve their goals.
Jessica Hancock
RMT, Massage Therapist
Jessica graduated from The Alberta College of Massage Therapy. She chose to join the field to pursue a lifelong passion of helping people heal and maintain the health of their bodies through the practice of hands on healing. Jessica strives to help her clients meet their health goals while creating an environment for them that is both welcoming and relaxing.
Jessica is an RMT registered with Natural Health Practitioners of Canada. She is experienced in Orthopedic massage, Swedish massage, and Craniosacral therapy.
Patricia Van Beeten
RMT, Massage Therapist
Josee Ostrosser,
Athletic Therapist
My name is Patricia Van Beeten, and have over 20 years of experience as a massage therapist. I specialize in a wide range of treatments including dynamic cupping, injury recovery, prenatal care and pediatric massage. I am committed to providing personalized care to each client; tailoring my treatments to address specific concerns and promote healing and relaxation. I try to create a comfortable and rejuvenating experience for all those who seek my expertise.
While in university, Josee ran one season with the Saskatchewan Huskies. This is when she started toying with the idea of a career in the rehabilitation field. Following this, Josee attended one of Canada's three Athletic Therapy programs. After four gruelling years in Victoria, Josee graduated with honors and went on to pass the national certification exam.
Josee’s biggest accomplishment: winning the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association “Merit” Award for Life Saving Measures in 2016.
Josee has also received advanced training in concussion management working along side Dr. Matteo.