14 years a therapist I still remember my first ever client. Summer, 2006. A man from Toronto, in town on business, coming in with his longtime girlfriend (a regular client). I was the New Therapist, having received my certification only days before, and I was the perfect one to massage the likely-not-returning-guy. Ideal for my first foray into massaging in the ‘real world’. No pressure. Still, despite the logic, I was dizzy with anxiety as…
**Originally posted at dynamicrmt.ca by Dylan Crake. Re-posted with permission.** Hello everyone! Yesterday was my first day back to work as a RMT and it was …something else. I went in feeling nervous and anxious because this was the longest time I would be away from my home AND my dog. It was scary. So, to cope I decided to vlog my day. I left my clinic yesterday feeling relieved to be back and…
Welcome back to in-person visits! Updated July 7, 2026 BOOK NOW The 'new normal' looks a little different. Now that our doors are open again, we have made some changes to our clinics to better serve you in this ever-changing climate. Rest assured, as always, we have your best interests at heart. Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about what we're doing to help you have the best, safest, experience you can. Things are changing…
Are you feeling sluggish, perhaps run down? Is that seasonal slump hitting you? Yep, you guessed it. Winter Is Coming Self care is KEY during the winter season! Longer nights and shorter days means less vitamin D and sun rays. At this time of year, it is crucial to step up our self care game, and I am here to help you take a step in the right direction! One option for combating the SAD's …
Hey everyone, Cory here! I wanted to take a minute to let you all know about this new tool I've added to my tool box. I can't wait to put this into practice! It's called Rapid NeuroFascial Reset! So you're probably asking.. What is Rapid NeuroFascial Reset? It is a newer soft tissue movement based therapeutic technique. It addresses the central nervous systems role in alleviating pain, tension and restrictions within muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and…
Hi ladies and gents, Cory here. I'm happy to say that I'm now a fully certified Graston technique provider! Some of you may be wondering.. What is The Graston Technique? The Graston Technique was developed over 20 years ago when a patient was not satisfied with the rehabilitation regimen suggested to him following surgery. Recovery was taking too long and was not providing him with the range of motion he was looking for. In search…
Hi! My name is Dylan and I’m addicted to school. Ok not really, but I did recently graduate from my third post-secondary institution. Apart from gaining two degrees and an advanced diploma, I’ve gained a lot of knowledge along the way. I attended the University of Guelph, where I completed my B.Sc in Human Kinetics. There, I learned about the human body and had the opportunity to study in the cadaver lab, giving me a…
Internally, everyone has a web-like band of connective tissue found beneath our skin that consists primarily of collagen. This tissue that is also known as fascia, attaches, stabilizes, encloses, and separates muscles, internal organs, tendons, bones, and joints, and has distinct pathways that run along the back, front and sides of the body. Fascia is responsible for ensuring that our highly complex structure remains contained and positioned appropriately throughout the body. Although we cannot see…
When spring hits after the freezing cold weather of winter, a big realization sets in. The perfect swing you mastered from last summer has left you once again. As you rotate through the changing seasons, this becomes an unfortunate reality every year, leaving you to start from the beginning as each golf season commences. It leaves you wondering whether you can do something to avoid being stuck in this continuous pattern, and improve every year…
Getting a massage can be both therapeutic and relaxing. Massage allows for time to unplug, tune in, take some time for yourself. And if you're lucky enough to have a therapist that knows their stuff, you have the added bonus of fixing stuff while you're there. That being said, there are things you can do to make the massage experience better. Ready? Breathe After the therapist has left the room and you are comfortable on the…