Massage Therapy at Village Wellness Clinic

Welcome

We would like to welcome you to our family of wonderful patients. Thank you for the confidence shown in selecting us as your massage therapists. Our mission is to educate and massage as many families as possible to help them achieve optimal health without drugs and surgery; to find solutions to your health problems, and to make you feel better now and in the future.

Understanding Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy helps release tight muscles, but the benefits of massage don’t end there. Benefits of massage therapy include: reducing pain, increasing mobility, stress reduction, lowering blood pressure, reducing heart rate, decreasing depression, improving circulation, and increasing your overall feeling of well being. Studies have even shown that massage therapy helps with brain development in infants and children. Massage therapy can be beneficial for the entire family including children.

We offer:

• Swedish Massage: (Relaxation, Therapeutic and Deep Tissue)
   
• Hot Stone Massage
   
• Pre and Post Natal Massage
   
• Sports Massage
   
• Doula Services
   

Preparing for Your Massage

1. Before a massage session you will be asked to fill out a health history form. All information is kept strictly confidential.
    
2. Massage sessions always occur in a private room. You will be asked to lie down on a table in between two sheets. How much clothing you take on or off is entirely up to you, your comfort level is a priority. Most clients leave on their undergarments. Only the area being worked on will be undraped, the rest of your body will be securely covered.
    
3. Feedback is extremely important. Please let the therapist know how you are feeling. For example, whether you prefer deep or light pressure. There is no wrong or right, everyone’s body is unique.
    
4. At the end of your treatment your therapist may recommend stretching. Please make sure you follow through to get the most benefit from your massage.
    
5. It is important to drink plenty of water and take a warm Epsom salt bath after your massage. When tight muscles are relaxed, toxins like lactic acid will be released into your system and need to be flushed out.
    

Extended Health Care

Patients are responsible for the investment in their health, however most employers have an extended health benefits that help cover the investment of their massage therapy visit. You may require a prescription from your medical doctor in order for you to be reimbursed. Please make sure you go over your insurance policy. Upon payment for your treatment you will receive a printed, signed receipt with our registration number on it for you to submit to your insurance company.

Fee Schedule - All prices include applicable taxes

Doula Services/Labour Support $850 (please contact Reshmi Vaz for details)

We accept Cash, Cheque, Visa, MasterCard and Debit.

Payment is due after each appointment, or a monthly plan can be arranged, please speak with the receptionist.

Hours of Operation

We hope that you will be satisfied with your treatment and will recommend us to your friends and family.

Understanding Doula/Labour Support

The Purpose of the Labour Support Person:

…is to accompany the labouring woman (and her partner) in labour to help ensure a safe and satisfying birth experience

My Role as Your Doula:

…is to draw upon my knowledge and experience to provide massage therapy, physical comfort, and emotional support for you, my client. I can communicate with other healthcare staff if needed to ensure that you have the information you need to make informed choices. I can provide reassurance for you and your partner, make suggestions for your increased comfort, and help with breathing, relaxation, positioning, massage therapy, and hydrotherapy techniques.

Before Your Birth:

I prefer to meet with you (and your partner) at least once before the labour to become acquainted and to explore and discuss your priorities, and any fears or concerns you may have. We can plan how we might best work together. At that time, we can discuss fees. The meeting does not obligate you to use my services, but if you do select me, I will want to become familiar with your birth plan, including your preferences regarding management options and pain medications. I would like to know your best ways of coping with pain and fatigue and how you and your partner envision working together. To enable us to get to know each other better, scheduling one or more massage appointments before your labour may be helpful. As you get closer to your due date, we will want to be in touch by telephone.

When You Are In Labour:

I would appreciate you calling me when you think you are in labour, even if you do not need me at that time. Together, we can decide if I should meet you or wait for further change in your labour process. Depending on where you are giving birth, I may need an hour to get to you from the time you ask me to come. We will decide where we will meet – at your home, at the hospital, or birthing centre. Except for extraordinary circumstances or your wishes, I will remain with you throughout your birth.

After The Birth:

I can remain with you from 1 to 2 hours after birth, depending on your wishes. I will assist in any way to make you as comfortable as possible. When you and your family decide, I will depart to allow you quiet private time together. I am available for phone contact postpartum if you have any questions I can answer.

What Doulas Do Not Do:

• Perform any clinical tasks (Fetal heart checks, vaginal exams, etc.)
   
• I am with you to help ensure your physical and emotional comfort. 
   
• Make decisions for you - I may, however, be able to help you get the information necessary to make an informed decision. I can also remind you about your birth plan wishes.
   
• Speak to the staff instead of you regarding matters of decision making
   

If The Doula Service Does Not Occur:

I will make every effort to provide the kind of service which has been outlined previously. Sometimes this is not possible (e.g. a rapid labour). If the failure to attend your birth is due to my circumstances, there will be no charge for my services. If it is due to extenuating circumstances or your decisions not to have me attend your birth, then you will not be required to pay me. If you request my services of massage therapy for part of your birthing experience, please refer to my regular massage fee schedule.

Fee:

My fee to attend your birth from the time my presence is requested (contractions are 5 mins apart), until after the birth of your baby is $800.00. There is a $150.00 deposit for booking me as I only accept 1 delivery in a 4 week period. This deposit is non-refundable if you cancel my services within 4 weeks of your due date. A post dated cheque is made for the balance of $650.00 which is given 1 month before your due date. The cheque will not be cashed until the service is provided and will be invoiced accordingly.

Dr. Christine Wozniak | Phone: (905) 471-5311
11 Joseph Street, Markham, ON
Quality Chiropractic Care for Markham, Unionville & Stouffville