Registered Massage Therapy (RMT)

Massage therapy is a comprehensive intervention involving a range of techniques to manipulate the soft tissues and joints of the body. The purpose of massage therapy is to prevent, develop, maintain, rehabilitate or augment physical function or relieve pain¹ (Massage Therapy Act, 1991). It is a clinically-oriented health option that achieves undeniable results in the relief of an array of discomforts stemming from stress, muscular overuse and many chronic pain syndromes.

While many individuals might provide “massage”, massage therapy should be provided by a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT).  An RMT is an individual who has completed a diploma program at a recognized school of massage therapy and who has passed a registration examination offered by the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. When looking for a qualified practitioner, look for someone who uses the title Massage Therapists (MT), Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) and the equivalents in other languages.

Use a Registered Massage Therapist, it’s in your best interest!

It’s in your best interest to seek massage therapy from a Registered Massage Therapist.  Why? An RMT …

• has completed a 2-3 year program at a recognized school of massage therapy;
• has passed an entry-to-practice examination that ensures they have the competencies necessary to safely and effectively offer massage therapy services;
• must participate in a Quality Assurance program with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, a program that assist in the maintenance of professional standards and quality care;
• is accountable to the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario, through the complaints and discipline processes,  in the event that the services they provide to not meet the standards of practice;
• provides a receipt that will be accepted by your extended health benefits plan for reimbursement (provided you plan covers massage therapy).