RMTAO Blog
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New COVID-19 Financial Benefits
The federal government has recently introduced three new benefits to help those financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. These benefits are the Canada Recovery Caregiver Benefit, the Canada … more
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Call for Nominations - RMTAO Board of Directors
The Board of Directors has issued a Call for Nominations for up to four (4) positions of Director on the Registered Massage Therapists’ Association of Ontario's (RMTAO) Board of Directors. This Call … more
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Massage Therapy for Headaches
Everyone has experienced a headache at some point in their life, often as a result of muscle tension or stress. Many Canadians experience chronic headaches of various types, which can limit their … more
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COVID-19 Update - September 22, 2020
Reduced Limits on Gathering Sizes
The Ontario government has reduced limits on the number of people permitted to attend unmonitored and private social gatherings across the entire province. … more
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Lower Limits on Social Gatherings - Ottawa, Peel and Toronto
Starting today, the Ontario government is setting a new limit reducing the number of people permitted to attend unmonitored social gatherings and organized public events in three regions experiencing … more
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The Importance of Exercise for Pain Management
One in five Canadians suffer from chronic pain. When also considering acute injuries, it is likely that most Canadians will experience some sort of pain in their lifetime. Now, more than ever, … more
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Seeking Patient Stories for Massage Therapy Awareness Week
Massage Therapy Awareness Week is October 25-31, 2020, and this year to celebrate the RMTAO hopes to feature profiles of several patients who have greatly benefited from massage therapy treatments, … more
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Massage Therapy for Arthritis
Over 20% of Canadian adults suffer from some form of arthritis, and the likelihood of suffering from arthritis only increases with age. Arthritis can cause significant pain which can greatly impact … more
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Massage Therapy for Cancer Pain
People with cancer experience a variety of potentially debilitating symptoms both as a part of their treatment and as part of the disease itself. Many people with cancer experience pain, fatigue and … more
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CERB Extended and New Recovery Benefits
The Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) has been extended an additional four weeks until the end of September, to continue to provide support to people whose businesses have been impacted by the … more
