MASSAGE THERAPY IN VANCOUVER
At Broadway AT Yew Chiropractic & Massage, our Registered Vancouver Massage Therapists will uncover the deep-seated reasons for the pain you are feeling.
Massage therapy is one of the oldest healing arts, dating back thousands of years. Combining the latest technologies and techniques, our Registered Massage Therapists can assist you with a wide range chronic conditions, including lower back pain, arthritis, bursitis, fatigue, headaches, TMJ, whiplash and more.
Additionally, massage helps relieve the stress and tension of everyday living that can lead to disease and illness. All it takes is one consultation with our therapists to identify the possible causes of your discomfort.
TYPES OF MASSAGES OFFERED
Our four full-time Vancouver Registered Massage Therapists provide the following types of care:
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Our deep tissues massages target tense muscles throughout your body reaching the deepest layers of your muscles and tendons.
MYOFASCIAL RELEASE
Targets muscles that are contracted, increases blood circulation, stimulate the stretch reflex in your muscles and improve lymphatic circulation.
SPORT MASSAGE
Assists in the prevention of sports-related injuries, targets muscle-tendon junctions and reduces recovery time for athletes of all levels.
PRE AND POST NATAL
During pregnancy, a woman’s body experiences changes which could lead to aches and pains and shifts in gravity leading to back pain.
LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE
Incites the natural drainage of the lymph. The lymph plays and important role in carrying waste away from tissue back toward the heart.
RELAXATION MASSAGE
Let one of our Vancouver massage therapists take away daily stress with one of our relaxing massage sessions. Relaxation guaranteed!
OUR VANCOUVER MASSAGE THERAPISTS
Carlos Becerra Registered Acupuncturist RMT, RAC, BM
Carlos graduated from the West Coast College of Massage Therapy’s Diploma in Massage Therapy in 2015 and the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine of Vancouver’s Diploma of Acupuncture in 2009. He is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia and the College of Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioners and Acupuncturists of British Columbia.
He is also a member of the Registered Massage Therapists’ Association of British Columbia, which awarded him with Honourable Mention for his case study about chronic back pain, Swedish massage and myofascial trigger points.
Carlos’ main goal is to help people recover from injury or illness and maintain their bodies in optimal health. He has experience working with a wide variety of clients, including cases of musculoskeletal injuries (sport, work or post-surgical), headaches, migraine, stress, digestive problems and pain.
As a massage therapist he uses a wide range of techniques such as myofascial release, trigger-point therapy, Swedish massage, joint mobilization, prescription of therapeutic exercise and hydrotherapy. In his acupuncture practice his treatments can include acupuncture, electro-acupuncture, oriental massage techniques (shiatsu, acupressure, tuina), cupping and prescription of Tai Chi and Qi Gong exercises.
During his career, Carlos has combined his work as a therapist with his activity as a teacher; since 2010 he has trained students and professionals in the areas of massage and acupuncture in his natal Mexico.
Also in Mexico he completed a Music Bachelor and a certification in Art history in 2002 at the Universidad de las Américas-Puebla. In his spare time he practices yoga and meditation.
Emma, Registered Massage Therapist in Vancouver
Emma believes in listening carefully to her patients symptoms as well as educating them about any dysfunction in a way they will understand. She is most interested in treating chronic pain, nerve compressions, MVA related injuries, over use and postural dysfunctions. Ultimately her goal and passion is to provide safe, adaptive and effective health care to all her patients no matter what their age, state of health or wellness may be.
Outside of work Emma enjoys traveling, camping, painting and learning in any way she can.
Taylor, Registered Massage Therapist
“My goal is to provide the highest level of care, I am passionate about my profession and committed to the health and wellness of my patients.”
Scott Spulnick, Registered Massage Therapist
Originally from small town Manitoba, Scott spent his 20’s traveling around the world. After a successful career in hospitality management led to traveling throughout Canada, Scott began a career in health and fitness as a personal trainer in Toronto in 2012. This shift ignited a drive to continue to grow which led to graduating from the 2750 hour RMT program at Vancouver Career College in 2018 with honours as Valadictorian, and will culminate in pursuing an Osteopathic Practitioner designation beginning November ’19.
Very active throughout life in all types of sports, from curling and ultimate frisbee to wakeboarding, basketball and everything between. Scott has an interest in treating sports related conditions as well as overuse and traumatic injuries. With a strong focus on patient education and rehabilitative exercises, “Returning people to their full function and striving to exceed their expectations for themselves is what drives me to learn and grow”.
Leah Von Zuben, Registered Massage Therapist
Leah graduated from the Sutherland Chan School of Massage Therapy in 2017. Leah comes to us with a lot of experience as an RMT and with additional experience in Thai Massage and Yoga. You can expect a calming experience with some assisted stretching and joint mobilizations. Although calming and relaxing Leah can still work deep into your tissues and help you release trigger points, just discuss what your needs are with her! Leah also has a background as a Birth Doula working closely with pregnant clients. She is happy to offer prenatal massage to our community!
Beata Konieczka, Registered Massage Therapist
Beata’s goal is to help facilitate and empower people through massage therapy, body awareness, strengthening exercises, hydrotherapy suggestions and yoga therapy!
Beata’s training is from West Coast College of Massage in 2007, where she completed a one year full-time Spa Practitioner program with emphasis in Shiatsu, Thai Yoga, Aromatherapy, Healing Hydrotherapy, Swedish Massage and Reflexology. She has also completed her teacher training in Prana Yoga with a YTT certificate. Furthermore, Beata has had a wide range of international experience across 5 continents with specialty training in Hawaii that has given her endless inspiration! Beata completed her Registered Massage Therapist program and attended Vancouver College of Massage Therapy in 2017 to further deepen her knowledge and understanding of more the mechanical side of healing.
Beata has studied breathe-training and a secondary yoga teacher training certification in Bali most recently. Beata’s focus now is on a holistic approach to massage, combining deep relaxation with deep tissue and orthopedic style treatments that include stretch and strengthening and self care planning for ongoing maintenance of people’s overall health and lifestyle!
Kate Taylor, Registered Massage Therapist
Having spent most of her youth playing competitive soccer, basketball, and baseball as well as spending all her free time snowboarding, it’s no surprise Kate settled on a career helping people move and feel better in their bodies.
In 2011 Kate graduated at the top of her class from Sutherland Chan School for Massage Therapy in Toronto. Until her recent return home to Vancouver, she split her time between treating clients and teaching manual therapy techniques, therapeutic exercise and biomechanics at Sutherland-Chan School.
Kate combines a technical approach to treating musculoskeletal disorders and pain within the framework of a holistic understanding of healing. Her treatments will diminish your pain, get you moving better while at the same time helping you unwind, improve your sleep, and leave you feeling renewed. She incorporates Swedish massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, kinesio taping, and hydrotherapy into her treatments.
Since completing her massage therapy diploma, Kate has pursued certifications in personal training through CanFit Pro and Level 1 Precision Nutrition Coaching. She has completed over 700 hours of training in yoga and meditation. She currently teaches at Modo Yoga Vancouver.
Begin Your Massage and Chiropractic Healing
Come in and consult with a Vancouver Massage Therapist at Broadway AT Yew Chiropractic & Massage. Book your appointment now.
To book an appointment for Massage Therapy, please call 604-738-1021 or email:appts@vancouverbackpain.com