RMTAO Blog
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Get Gardening Without Causing Pain
As the weather warms up, more people want to spend more time working in their garden. There’s a lot to do when setting up your garden – digging, raking, planting, pruning, lifting and moving – and it’ … more
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An Honest Review of My First Year in Practice
Melissa Viveiros is an RMT that graduated from the Mohawk College massage therapy program in October 2019 and officially became an RMT in January 2020. She works out of Evolve Health and Wellness in … more
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Building an Evidence-Based Practice
Many RMTs agree that their practice should be based on the latest available evidence. However, it can be hard to determine what an evidence-based practice will mean for each individual RMT. Using … more
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An Overview of RMT Education and Qualifications
Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) are one of 29 regulated health professions in Ontario, meaning that they are governed by the Regulated Health Professions Act (RHPA). The Regulated Health … more
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Massage Therapy for Foot and Ankle Pain
Whether from plantar fasciitis, an ankle sprain, another injury, or a job that requires prolonged standing, all Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) are likely to treat many people suffering from … more
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The Importance of RMTs Understanding Pain
Most people visit a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) because they’re experiencing pain and are seeking treatment to help them relieve that pain. The RMT will assess their patient’s condition and … more
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Interview and Application Tips for RMTs
Whether you’re going to complete your massage therapy exams soon or you’re an experienced RMT looking for a change of pace, there are some things you’ll need to consider when searching for a new … more
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Notice of Annual General Meeting
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Registered Massage Therapists' Association of Ontario will be held on Sunday, January 31, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. virtually though an online … more
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Massage Therapy for Concussion Management
Chronic post-traumatic headache occurs commonly when people have a concussion, and can have a significant negative impact on quality of life and function. Headaches are the most common type of … more
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Lockdown in Toronto and Peel
The government of Ontario has placed Peel and Toronto into lockdown for at minimum 28 days, starting today.
This does not directly affect the ability of RMTs to practice, as regulated health … more
