RMTAO Blog
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Massage Therapy for Frozen Shoulder
by: Dylan Crake
Frozen shoulder, also known as Adhesive Capsulitis, is a shoulder impairment with idiopathic origins that effects mainly women between the ages of 40-60. This condition is … more
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Diabetes Mellitus and Massage Therapy
By: Ruth Werner
I have been a pathology writer and educator for massage therapists for 30 years. When I share my vocation with some healthcare providers (my general practitioner, my OB-GYN, my … more
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Treatment for Individuals with Low Back Pain and Caesarean Scars
by: Sonya Romanowski
Low back pain is one of the leading causes of disability worldwide, with caesarean (c-section) scar tissue often overlooked as a potential source of pain. Addressing scar … more
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Understanding Headache Types to Help Manage Concussions
by Conor Collins
This article was originally published on conorpcollins.com. Conor Colins will be presenting a session at the RMTAO Understanding Pain Conference on June 10 in Toronto. Conor's … more
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Massage Therapy for Low Back Pain
It’s been estimated that 80% of people will experience low-back pain at some point in their life. Low-back pain is one of the most common musculoskeletal concerns globally and is a leading reason … more
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Guideline to Risk-Based Assessments
Starting in March 2023, the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) will be changing the ways they conduct practice assessments. The process of being selected for an assessment of your … more
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Massage Therapy for Stroke Recovery
A stroke can impact a person’s ability to participate in their lives in the ways they want to. There can be physical challenges, communication challenges and emotional challenges. Recovery can be a … 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 29, 2023 at 9:00 a.m. at the Toronto Airport … more
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Seven Ways to Make Your Practice More Inclusive
You want your patients to feel welcome in your practice regardless of their race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, body size, or any other factor. If patients feel excluded or … more
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Massage Therapy for Hip Pain
About 10% of the general population experiences hip pain, but that number can increase with age. Hip pain can become chronic and can interfere with even basic activities like sitting, standing or … more
