What are your prices:
Registered Massage Therapy with James RMT - 60 min $110
Manual Therapy with James Osteopathic student - 60 min $110
Massage with Erin - 60 min $100
Manual Therapy with Erin Osteopathic student - 60 min $100
Once Erin defends her thesis in May 2021 her sessions will be $110.
What to expect in your session:
Our initial consultation begins with a detailed health history, this gives us clues to your main problem, its origin, and its effect in your life. Commonly incidents in your past, trauma you may not have thought of or current lifestyle, can actually be linked to your symptoms. This is followed by a manual evaluation including an assessment of gait, posture, mobility and motility where we create a treatment plan. This often involves asking you to perform simple movements, standing, walking and sitting so we can observe you in motion.
Our gentle examination of the bones, joints, ligaments, tissues mobility helps guide our treatment planning. Treatment includes mobilizing your physical structure with respect to your individual of anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology. You can expect a full body, manual and active rehabilitation approach. Clients may be advised to seek out additional fields to assist in the healing process such as Physiotherapy, Naturopathy, Chiropractic, Nutritionist, Psychology or others. Sessions can be as interactive or as quiet as you would like. In all cases the sessions will be specific to your needs.
What should you bring for your session?
Comfortable unrestrictive clothing, loose fitting clothing, shorts, T-shirts or tank tops.
How many treatments are recommended ?
Depending on whether your condition is chronic (occurring for longer than 3 months), acute (occurring less than 3 months). While every individual case in unique, acute conditions usually improve in 1-5 visits. Chronic conditions are based case-by-case. It is typical to wait 2-4 weeks between sessions so the body has time to fully integrate the treatment.
What age groups do you treat?
We work with people of all ages from babies to elders. We especially like working with:
*People who suffer from old injuries that have not completely recovered, chronic discomfort, and nagging aches.
*People who are actively involved in improving their personal health and quality of life. Individuals who come to manage chronic issues and to prevent flare-ups.
*People who have sustained an injury while playing a sport or being physically active. They may not have found relief with conventional physiotherapy, chiropractic or other forms of treatment and want to try a different approach.
What symptoms to people use sessions for?
Postural Imbalances, Headaches, Repetitive strains, Muscular or joint stiffness and discomfort, Pre and Post Surgery, Motor Vehicle accident recovery and to enhance their sense of wellbeing are some common symptoms.
What can your approach assist with?
Recovery of sports injuries
Headaches & migraines
TMJ disfunction & Jaw issues
Pre/post natal care
Joint mobility Reduce discomfort and stiffness in muscles and joints
Increase the range of motion in the joints
IBS, bowel and digestive issues
Relieve chronic discomfort
Postural imbalance
Soft tissue injuries
Menstrual Symptoms
Digestive Disorders
Pre- and post-surgical problems
What are some common benefits of treatment?
· Decrease in discomfort.
· Improved motion.
· Clients feel more relaxed, rejuvenated and less stressed.
· Clients have more energy available and less fatigue.
· Clients feel stronger, more stable and have improved balance.
What payments types do you accept?
E transfer and credits cards. No cash at this time due to covid protocols.
Can I claim my treatment under my health care plan ?
Massage Therapy sessions with James are covered under health care plans as he is a Registered Massage Therapist. Manual therapy treatments with Erin and James are not covered as they are osteopathic students and not full practitioners.
Do you direct bill?
Not at this time.
Do you handle ICBC claims?
Not at our home clinic. If you require this we suggest booking an appointment with James at Pure Body Balance.
Are you studying to become an Osteopath?
No, Erin and James are are studying to become osteopathic practitioners. They do not and will not diagnose or practice medicine. Nor do they attempt to treat disease. The title “Osteopath” is protected and controlled, in some provinces, by the respective medical regulatory college for physicians and surgeons. U.S. trained osteopathic physicians are not affiliated with the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths. There are no osteopathic medical colleges in Canada. If you are concerned about any medical pathology/disease, always consult your physician prior to exploring any manual treatment.
What level of training is required to become an Osteopathic Practitioner?
It is most common to have completed a 4-5 year Bachelors, Masters or Diploma degree in Osteopathy. These are the guidelines set by the World Health Organization in 2010. This field is not yet regulated in Canada so it is advised to research the education level of each practitioner you consider. Erin Has completed 5 years of classes and finals and is now working on her thesis to complete her studies and James is in his 4th year of 5 with the Canadian School of Osteopathy in Vancouver. The field is not regulated unfortunately so in Canada individuals can use the title after a weekend course. We highly recommend checking if your practitioner is a member of Osteopathy BC before booking an appointment.
Where can I go for more information on Osteopathy in British Columbia
Osteopathy BC is a professional association of Osteopathic Practitioners. They work to maintain and promote the highest standard of osteopathic healthcare in British Columbia as well as raise awareness and promoting Osteopathy in BC since 2005. Osteopathy BC is a member of both the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths (CFO) and the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA). Erin is a student member with Osteopathy BC.
Do Osteopathic practitioners use Craniosacral therapy?
The foundations of Craniosacral therapy have their origins in Osteopathy. Beginning in the early 1900s, the American Osteopath William Garner Sutherland extended Osteopathic principles into the cranial system. He pointed out that this extension was already part of Osteopathy as laid out by its discoverer, Andrew Taylor Still. Sutherland and his students commented that the movement of the cranial mechanism is not limited to the cranial-sacral axis, but can be found throughout the entire body. After Sutherland’s passing, individuals within the Osteopathic community taught cranial-specific techniques as a separate therapy. As osteopathic students Erin and James included cranial sacral techniques in their treatments, they also have training from the Upledger Institute.
Covid 19 Information and Practices.
1. Please do not book an appointment if the below applies to you
2. Please wait in your car or in the back alley parking lot outside our home practise. We will call/text/or wave you into the clinic. We ask that patients come alone to their appointment whenever possible. Children will not be able to accompany parents in the massage treatment rooms at this time.
3. There is a new consent form and liability waiver to go over with your practitioner at the beginning of your appointment. You will also need to share and discuss the results of your COVID-19 Screening tool. We will record your consent and move along with treatment if it is safe to do so.
4. We ask that patients thoroughly wash or disinfect their hands upon arrival and departure of the clinic. Hand sanitizer will be available for you. Thorough hand washing before and after treatment has always been, and will remain a standard of practice for all our practitioners. They will use tissue, paper towel or a cloth barrier to open the door before and after treatment.
5. Masks are recommended for both the therapist and patient, please bring your own or we will provide one for you. Therapists will also be wearing PPE.
6. Payment will be done with card or e transfer only at this time.
7. Throughout the clinic we have implemented enhanced cleaning to all high-touch surfaces in common spaces and washroom. All high-touch surfaces will be cleaned and disinfected between patients in treatment rooms in addition to the treatment tables, face cradles, stools, lotion bottles and any other equipment or supplies used during treatment.
8.Clinic Procedures and PoliciesThe following are measures that we are taking to keep our environment safe. These are the minimum measures and more sanitation will be taking place as well.
We appreciate your patience and understanding at this time
Erin & James
BC COVID-19 Symptom Self-Assessment Tool
1. Are you experiencing any of the following:
• Severe difficulty breathing (e.g. struggling to breathe or speaking in single words)
• Severe chest pain
• Having a very hard time waking up
• Feeling confused
• Losing consciousness
2. Are you experiencing any of the following:
• Mild to moderate shortness of breath
• Inability to lie down because of difficulty breathing
• Chronic health conditions that you are having difficulty managing because of difficulty breathing.
3. Are you experiencing cold, flu or COVID-19-like symptoms, even mild ones? Symptoms include: fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat and painful swallowing, stuffy or runny nose, loss of sense of smell, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, or loss of appetite.
4. Have you travelled outside BC within the last 14 days?
5. Did you provide care or have close contact with a person with confirmed COVID-19? Note: This means you would have been contacted by your health authority’s public health team.
Informed Consent
In the current environment of COVID-19 risk, informed consent requires that the patient is informed that:while measures have been taken to minimize the risk of viral transmission, the nature of massage therapy means that physical distancing is not possible in the treatment room and therefore involves some risk of COVID-19 transmission; the RMT is following a protocol to reduce or mitigate risk, but that risk cannot be reduced to zero; the patient consents to treatment despite some risk;
Registered Massage Therapy with James RMT - 60 min $110
Manual Therapy with James Osteopathic student - 60 min $110
Massage with Erin - 60 min $100
Manual Therapy with Erin Osteopathic student - 60 min $100
Once Erin defends her thesis in May 2021 her sessions will be $110.
What to expect in your session:
Our initial consultation begins with a detailed health history, this gives us clues to your main problem, its origin, and its effect in your life. Commonly incidents in your past, trauma you may not have thought of or current lifestyle, can actually be linked to your symptoms. This is followed by a manual evaluation including an assessment of gait, posture, mobility and motility where we create a treatment plan. This often involves asking you to perform simple movements, standing, walking and sitting so we can observe you in motion.
Our gentle examination of the bones, joints, ligaments, tissues mobility helps guide our treatment planning. Treatment includes mobilizing your physical structure with respect to your individual of anatomy, biomechanics, and physiology. You can expect a full body, manual and active rehabilitation approach. Clients may be advised to seek out additional fields to assist in the healing process such as Physiotherapy, Naturopathy, Chiropractic, Nutritionist, Psychology or others. Sessions can be as interactive or as quiet as you would like. In all cases the sessions will be specific to your needs.
What should you bring for your session?
Comfortable unrestrictive clothing, loose fitting clothing, shorts, T-shirts or tank tops.
How many treatments are recommended ?
Depending on whether your condition is chronic (occurring for longer than 3 months), acute (occurring less than 3 months). While every individual case in unique, acute conditions usually improve in 1-5 visits. Chronic conditions are based case-by-case. It is typical to wait 2-4 weeks between sessions so the body has time to fully integrate the treatment.
What age groups do you treat?
We work with people of all ages from babies to elders. We especially like working with:
*People who suffer from old injuries that have not completely recovered, chronic discomfort, and nagging aches.
*People who are actively involved in improving their personal health and quality of life. Individuals who come to manage chronic issues and to prevent flare-ups.
*People who have sustained an injury while playing a sport or being physically active. They may not have found relief with conventional physiotherapy, chiropractic or other forms of treatment and want to try a different approach.
What symptoms to people use sessions for?
Postural Imbalances, Headaches, Repetitive strains, Muscular or joint stiffness and discomfort, Pre and Post Surgery, Motor Vehicle accident recovery and to enhance their sense of wellbeing are some common symptoms.
What can your approach assist with?
Recovery of sports injuries
Headaches & migraines
TMJ disfunction & Jaw issues
Pre/post natal care
Joint mobility Reduce discomfort and stiffness in muscles and joints
Increase the range of motion in the joints
IBS, bowel and digestive issues
Relieve chronic discomfort
Postural imbalance
Soft tissue injuries
Menstrual Symptoms
Digestive Disorders
Pre- and post-surgical problems
What are some common benefits of treatment?
· Decrease in discomfort.
· Improved motion.
· Clients feel more relaxed, rejuvenated and less stressed.
· Clients have more energy available and less fatigue.
· Clients feel stronger, more stable and have improved balance.
What payments types do you accept?
E transfer and credits cards. No cash at this time due to covid protocols.
Can I claim my treatment under my health care plan ?
Massage Therapy sessions with James are covered under health care plans as he is a Registered Massage Therapist. Manual therapy treatments with Erin and James are not covered as they are osteopathic students and not full practitioners.
Do you direct bill?
Not at this time.
Do you handle ICBC claims?
Not at our home clinic. If you require this we suggest booking an appointment with James at Pure Body Balance.
Are you studying to become an Osteopath?
No, Erin and James are are studying to become osteopathic practitioners. They do not and will not diagnose or practice medicine. Nor do they attempt to treat disease. The title “Osteopath” is protected and controlled, in some provinces, by the respective medical regulatory college for physicians and surgeons. U.S. trained osteopathic physicians are not affiliated with the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths. There are no osteopathic medical colleges in Canada. If you are concerned about any medical pathology/disease, always consult your physician prior to exploring any manual treatment.
What level of training is required to become an Osteopathic Practitioner?
It is most common to have completed a 4-5 year Bachelors, Masters or Diploma degree in Osteopathy. These are the guidelines set by the World Health Organization in 2010. This field is not yet regulated in Canada so it is advised to research the education level of each practitioner you consider. Erin Has completed 5 years of classes and finals and is now working on her thesis to complete her studies and James is in his 4th year of 5 with the Canadian School of Osteopathy in Vancouver. The field is not regulated unfortunately so in Canada individuals can use the title after a weekend course. We highly recommend checking if your practitioner is a member of Osteopathy BC before booking an appointment.
Where can I go for more information on Osteopathy in British Columbia
Osteopathy BC is a professional association of Osteopathic Practitioners. They work to maintain and promote the highest standard of osteopathic healthcare in British Columbia as well as raise awareness and promoting Osteopathy in BC since 2005. Osteopathy BC is a member of both the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths (CFO) and the Osteopathic International Alliance (OIA). Erin is a student member with Osteopathy BC.
Do Osteopathic practitioners use Craniosacral therapy?
The foundations of Craniosacral therapy have their origins in Osteopathy. Beginning in the early 1900s, the American Osteopath William Garner Sutherland extended Osteopathic principles into the cranial system. He pointed out that this extension was already part of Osteopathy as laid out by its discoverer, Andrew Taylor Still. Sutherland and his students commented that the movement of the cranial mechanism is not limited to the cranial-sacral axis, but can be found throughout the entire body. After Sutherland’s passing, individuals within the Osteopathic community taught cranial-specific techniques as a separate therapy. As osteopathic students Erin and James included cranial sacral techniques in their treatments, they also have training from the Upledger Institute.
Covid 19 Information and Practices.
1. Please do not book an appointment if the below applies to you
- If you or anyone you live with is sick (including mild symptoms).
- If you or anyone you live with has travelled outside of BC in the last two weeks.
- If you or anyone you live with has been in contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19
2. Please wait in your car or in the back alley parking lot outside our home practise. We will call/text/or wave you into the clinic. We ask that patients come alone to their appointment whenever possible. Children will not be able to accompany parents in the massage treatment rooms at this time.
3. There is a new consent form and liability waiver to go over with your practitioner at the beginning of your appointment. You will also need to share and discuss the results of your COVID-19 Screening tool. We will record your consent and move along with treatment if it is safe to do so.
4. We ask that patients thoroughly wash or disinfect their hands upon arrival and departure of the clinic. Hand sanitizer will be available for you. Thorough hand washing before and after treatment has always been, and will remain a standard of practice for all our practitioners. They will use tissue, paper towel or a cloth barrier to open the door before and after treatment.
5. Masks are recommended for both the therapist and patient, please bring your own or we will provide one for you. Therapists will also be wearing PPE.
6. Payment will be done with card or e transfer only at this time.
7. Throughout the clinic we have implemented enhanced cleaning to all high-touch surfaces in common spaces and washroom. All high-touch surfaces will be cleaned and disinfected between patients in treatment rooms in addition to the treatment tables, face cradles, stools, lotion bottles and any other equipment or supplies used during treatment.
8.Clinic Procedures and PoliciesThe following are measures that we are taking to keep our environment safe. These are the minimum measures and more sanitation will be taking place as well.
- Practitioners will thoroughly wash their hands immediately for at least 20 seconds with warm water and soap before welcoming the patient into the clinic for treatment.
- Your practitioner will wear a mask.
- Following the treatment the practitioner will disinfect their hands and immediately clean any area used with the patient with disinfectant. This includes any equipment, treatment tables, door handles and any other item used.
- After sanitizing, practitioners will then thoroughly wash their hands again for at least 20 seconds with warm water and soap.
- Practitioners will have available to them gloves and surgical masks to be used at their discretion.
- Deep cleaning with disinfectant in the common area and ‘traffic areas’ will happen during the day at regular intervals and/or as needed and at the end of the day.
We appreciate your patience and understanding at this time
Erin & James
BC COVID-19 Symptom Self-Assessment Tool
1. Are you experiencing any of the following:
• Severe difficulty breathing (e.g. struggling to breathe or speaking in single words)
• Severe chest pain
• Having a very hard time waking up
• Feeling confused
• Losing consciousness
2. Are you experiencing any of the following:
• Mild to moderate shortness of breath
• Inability to lie down because of difficulty breathing
• Chronic health conditions that you are having difficulty managing because of difficulty breathing.
3. Are you experiencing cold, flu or COVID-19-like symptoms, even mild ones? Symptoms include: fever, chills, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat and painful swallowing, stuffy or runny nose, loss of sense of smell, headache, muscle aches, fatigue, or loss of appetite.
4. Have you travelled outside BC within the last 14 days?
5. Did you provide care or have close contact with a person with confirmed COVID-19? Note: This means you would have been contacted by your health authority’s public health team.
Informed Consent
In the current environment of COVID-19 risk, informed consent requires that the patient is informed that:while measures have been taken to minimize the risk of viral transmission, the nature of massage therapy means that physical distancing is not possible in the treatment room and therefore involves some risk of COVID-19 transmission; the RMT is following a protocol to reduce or mitigate risk, but that risk cannot be reduced to zero; the patient consents to treatment despite some risk;
