registered massage therapy

Our Registered Massage Therapy offers a personalized, results-driven approach to relieving pain, restoring mobility, and helping you feel more at ease in your body. Using a combination of deep tissue techniques, stretching, and therapeutic hot stone therapy, each treatment is thoughtfully tailored to address the root cause, not just the symptoms, so you can experience meaningful, lasting relief. Whether you’re dealing with chronic tension, recovering from an injury, or noticing the effects of daily stress and posture, massage therapy can be an essential step toward moving better, feeling stronger, and getting back to the activities you enjoy.

Kathleen Ramsey, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

Kathleen is a highly experienced Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in Vancouver, with over a decade of expertise in clinical care and advanced therapeutic techniques. She is passionate about helping clients reduce pain, manage stress, restore balance, and reconnect with their bodies through personalized, evidence-informed treatments. Kathleen’s diverse background includes working in luxury spa settings such as the Fairmont Pacific Rim, allowing her to combine precise clinical skills with a calm, nurturing, and healing touch. A specialist in Hot Stone Therapy, Kathleen integrates therapeutic warmth into her treatments to relax the nervous system, improve circulation, and release deep muscular tension. This gentle yet effective approach supports emotional wellbeing, resilience, and long-term recovery, making it especially beneficial for those experiencing chronic stress, fatigue, or persistent pain. Focused on stress management, injury recovery, and whole-body wellness, Kathleen delivers thoughtful, client-centered care designed to provide lasting results. As a trusted RMT for the last 10 years, her goal is to help every client feel grounded, supported, and empowered on their health journey. Whether seeking pain relief, injury recovery, or a rejuvenating wellness experience, Kathleen provides professional, compassionate, and results-driven care to support your health and vitality in Vancouver at the IV Health Centre.

treatments

Deep Tissue Massage

A focused treatment that works into the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue to release persistent tension and restore natural movement. This technique is especially effective for long-standing tightness and areas of chronic discomfort. 

By improving circulation and reducing muscle restriction, deep tissue massage supports both relief and functional movement. 

Conditions treated:

  • chronic muscle tightness 

  • stiff neck and shoulders 

  • lower back pain 

  • repetitive strain injuries (RSI) 

  • limited mobility and muscle restriction problems

  • tension from prolonged sitting or physical work 

Sports & Recovery Massage 

Designed for athletes and active individuals, this treatment supports performance, recovery, and injury prevention. It can be adapted for pre-activity preparation or post-workout recovery, depending on your needs. 

This approach helps reduce muscle fatigue, improve flexibility, and keep your body performing at its best. 

Conditions treated:

  • muscle soreness and fatigue 

  • sports-related injuries 

  • overuse injuries 

  • tight or overworked muscles

  • recovery after intense training 

  • return-to-activity support after time off or injury 

Golf Performance & Recovery Massage

A targeted massage designed specifically for golfers who want to move better, feel better, and play without discomfort. The repetitive twisting and swinging in golf can create tightness in the hips, mid-back, shoulders, forearms, and lower back, often leading to stiffness, reduced flexibility, and even injury over time. 

This treatment uses a combination of deep tissue techniques, stretching, and soothing hot stone therapy to release built-up tension, improve mobility, and help your body recover faster after a round. Whether you’re dealing with soreness or simply want to improve your swing, this treatment helps your body stay balanced, flexible, and ready to perform. 

Conditions treated:

  • golfer’s elbow and forearm strain 

  • lower back discomfort 

  • tight shoulders and limited rotation 

  • hip stiffness and reduced flexibility 

  • mid-back (thoracic) tightness

  • muscle soreness after playing

Benefits:

  • move more freely and swing with ease 

  • reduce tension and prevent injuries 

  • recover faster between rounds 

  • feel stronger, looser, and more comfortable on the course 

Myofascial Release

A slow, targeted technique that focuses on the fascia (connective tissue) surrounding muscles. By releasing restrictions within this area, myofascial release helps improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore natural movement patterns. 

This treatment is especially beneficial for chronic conditions that don’t always respond to traditional massage techniques. 

Conditions treated:

  • chronic pain and stiffness 

  • postural imbalances 

  • restricted range of motion 

  • tension patterns throughout the body 

  • old injuries with lingering tightness 

  • headaches related to muscular tension 

Rehabilitation & Therapeutic Massage

A comprehensive, evidence-based treatment designed to support injury recovery, pain management, and improved mobility. This approach combines techniques such as deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, and guided movement strategies to address both symptoms and underlying causes. Each session is tailored to your body’s needs, helping restore function and support long-term recovery. 

Conditions treated:

  • acute and chronic injuries

  • lower back pain and sciatica 

  • neck and shoulder tension 

  • postural dysfunction (desk-related strain) 

  • muscle imbalances and restricted movement 

  • recovery after physical strain or overuse 

  • chronic pain conditions