Your First Visit: We will email you an online intake form to fill out. If you prefer to fill this out in person that is available but there will be less time to treat you. Please arrive no more than 2 minutes early for your first appointment. This ensures clients do not overlap and we have appropriate time to disinfect the room between sessions. Please wear comfortable movable clothing, ideally no jeans.
Are you wheel chair accessible?
Not at this time.
What are your prices:
Nanaimo Registered Massage Therapy with James RMT - Initial registered massage therapy 60 min $140
Follow up Massage Therapy 55 min $130
Manual Therapy with James Osteopathic student initial - 60 min $140.
Manual Therapy with James Osteopathic student follow up- 55 min $130
Cranial Sacral With James Manual Therapist Osteopathic student - 50min $130.
Osteopathic Manual Therapy with Erin - 60 min $140.
Registered Massage Therapy with Erin - 60 min $140
Cranial Sacral with Erin Osteopathic Practitioner - 60 min $140
Treatments on a sliding scale are available if you are not covered by insurance or are in an otherwise precarious position. Email us to inquire before booking.
What Days of the Week are you open:
We work Mondays - Fridays 8:30am-6:15pm.
Cancelation and Rescheduling Policy
When you book an appointment with Multidimensional Health, that time is reserved just for you. We understand that unexpected events happen and you may need to reschedule or cancel your appointment. If you provide us with at least 48 hours notice, there is no charge for cancelling your appointment. Full price of the appointment will be charged if notice is provided after the 24 hour mark. We of course understand emergencies or other unforeseen circumstances can arise at the last minute, and this will certainly be taken into consideration. Our answering machine is always operating and is checked regularly. This cancellation policy is necessary for our small business to continue to serve our clients in need of treatment. You can cancel your appointments online, by email or phone.
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. 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 that 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 practitioners in other fields to assist in the healing process such as Physiotherapy, Naturopathy, Chiropractic, Nutrition, Counselling or Psychology . 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, shorts, T-shirts or tank tops and face mask.
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 our goal is to see improvement within in 1-3 visits spaced one to two weeks apart. Some people with less serious conditions may feel better right away. Other people with more difficult or chronic conditions usually benefit from ongoing treatments every month to six weeks. You are reassessed at every visit and your treatment plan will be tailored to meet your individual needs. We need to observe over time how your body responds to treatment. We like to have one to two between sessions to ensure the body has sufficient time to fully integrate a treatment. Some people obtain relief immediately, some require several treatments before responding. Some do not respond, if this is the case we will refer you to a practitioner who we think is a better match.
After treatment:
Rest after you go home if possible, if your body wants to sleep please nap.
If treatment is for a painful condition, avoid strenuous activity for 2 days after a treatment even if you are pain free. Light exercise is ideal. Take pain medication or other medications as directed by your doctor.
Occasionally symptoms become worse before they improve. This usually lasts 1-2 days. If they last beyond 48 hours please contact us.
The number of treatments required varies with each person, and with each injury or condition
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
Migraines
Headaches
Repetitive strains
Muscular or joint stiffness and discomfort
Pre and Post Surgery
Motor Vehicle accident recovery
To enhance their sense of wellbeing
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 payment types do you accept?
Payment options: Debit, Credit card, cash and e transfer.
Can I claim my treatment under my health care plan ?
Massage Therapy sessions with Erin and James are covered under health care plans as they are Registered Massage Therapist. Osteopathic manual therapy with with Erin is covered under some plans.
Do you direct bill?
Not at this time.
Do you handle ICBC claims?
Not at this time.
Are you studying to become an Osteopath?
No James is studying to become osteopathic practitioner and Erin is an osteopathic practitioner. 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. Osteopathic physicians are not affiliated with the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths. 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. 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 defended her thesis to complete her studies. James is in his 5th and final year with the Canadian School of Osteopathy in Vancouver. Unfortunately, since the field is not regulated in Canada, an individual can use the Osteopathic Practitioner title after a single 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 member with Osteopathy BC.
Do Osteopathic practitioners use Craniosacral therapy?
The foundations of Craniosacral therapy have their origins in Osteopathy. 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 founder, Andrew Taylor Still. Sutherland and his students stated 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. Erin and James included cranial sacral techniques in their treatments.
Are you wheel chair accessible?
Not at this time.
What are your prices:
Nanaimo Registered Massage Therapy with James RMT - Initial registered massage therapy 60 min $140
Follow up Massage Therapy 55 min $130
Manual Therapy with James Osteopathic student initial - 60 min $140.
Manual Therapy with James Osteopathic student follow up- 55 min $130
Cranial Sacral With James Manual Therapist Osteopathic student - 50min $130.
Osteopathic Manual Therapy with Erin - 60 min $140.
Registered Massage Therapy with Erin - 60 min $140
Cranial Sacral with Erin Osteopathic Practitioner - 60 min $140
Treatments on a sliding scale are available if you are not covered by insurance or are in an otherwise precarious position. Email us to inquire before booking.
What Days of the Week are you open:
We work Mondays - Fridays 8:30am-6:15pm.
Cancelation and Rescheduling Policy
When you book an appointment with Multidimensional Health, that time is reserved just for you. We understand that unexpected events happen and you may need to reschedule or cancel your appointment. If you provide us with at least 48 hours notice, there is no charge for cancelling your appointment. Full price of the appointment will be charged if notice is provided after the 24 hour mark. We of course understand emergencies or other unforeseen circumstances can arise at the last minute, and this will certainly be taken into consideration. Our answering machine is always operating and is checked regularly. This cancellation policy is necessary for our small business to continue to serve our clients in need of treatment. You can cancel your appointments online, by email or phone.
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. 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 that 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 practitioners in other fields to assist in the healing process such as Physiotherapy, Naturopathy, Chiropractic, Nutrition, Counselling or Psychology . 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, shorts, T-shirts or tank tops and face mask.
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 our goal is to see improvement within in 1-3 visits spaced one to two weeks apart. Some people with less serious conditions may feel better right away. Other people with more difficult or chronic conditions usually benefit from ongoing treatments every month to six weeks. You are reassessed at every visit and your treatment plan will be tailored to meet your individual needs. We need to observe over time how your body responds to treatment. We like to have one to two between sessions to ensure the body has sufficient time to fully integrate a treatment. Some people obtain relief immediately, some require several treatments before responding. Some do not respond, if this is the case we will refer you to a practitioner who we think is a better match.
After treatment:
Rest after you go home if possible, if your body wants to sleep please nap.
If treatment is for a painful condition, avoid strenuous activity for 2 days after a treatment even if you are pain free. Light exercise is ideal. Take pain medication or other medications as directed by your doctor.
Occasionally symptoms become worse before they improve. This usually lasts 1-2 days. If they last beyond 48 hours please contact us.
The number of treatments required varies with each person, and with each injury or condition
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
Migraines
Headaches
Repetitive strains
Muscular or joint stiffness and discomfort
Pre and Post Surgery
Motor Vehicle accident recovery
To enhance their sense of wellbeing
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 payment types do you accept?
Payment options: Debit, Credit card, cash and e transfer.
Can I claim my treatment under my health care plan ?
Massage Therapy sessions with Erin and James are covered under health care plans as they are Registered Massage Therapist. Osteopathic manual therapy with with Erin is covered under some plans.
Do you direct bill?
Not at this time.
Do you handle ICBC claims?
Not at this time.
Are you studying to become an Osteopath?
No James is studying to become osteopathic practitioner and Erin is an osteopathic practitioner. 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. Osteopathic physicians are not affiliated with the Canadian Federation of Osteopaths. 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. 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 defended her thesis to complete her studies. James is in his 5th and final year with the Canadian School of Osteopathy in Vancouver. Unfortunately, since the field is not regulated in Canada, an individual can use the Osteopathic Practitioner title after a single 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 member with Osteopathy BC.
Do Osteopathic practitioners use Craniosacral therapy?
The foundations of Craniosacral therapy have their origins in Osteopathy. 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 founder, Andrew Taylor Still. Sutherland and his students stated 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. Erin and James included cranial sacral techniques in their treatments.
