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At Advanced Therapeutic Massage, we are a team of skilled professionals.  As a team we are fully confident in each other's ability and work together for your health and well-being.  Please know, we encourage booking with all our RMT’s.  Switching therapists is not seen as being disloyal.  The patient’s needs and comfort is of the utmost importance.

 
 

Karen Waters-Quigley B.A., R.M.T.

Karen has owned and operated Advanced Therapeutic Massage since June 2000. She also holds a BA in Psychology and will be receiving a BScMT in the near future.  Karen believes that Massage Therapy reduces the severity of injuries, reduces the recovery time, and when used regularly, actually decreases the likelihood of injury. Massage Therapy combined with strength training has proven to be beneficial to many chronic conditions such as low back pain, arthritis, bursitis, and fibromyalgia.  Awareness of the body's natural resilience in compensation patterns to self-correct the imbalance is fundamental to regaining health. She uses Therapeutic Massage for restoring function and movement to joints and muscles used in daily activities, sports, or those areas affected by injury.  She believes that Massage also helps relieve the stress and tension of everyday living.
 

 

 

Kristin LaDouceur R.M.T.

Kristin successfully completed the Registered Massage Therapy program in Thunder Bay, Ontario in 2002.  Prior to moving to Kelowna in January 2007 she enjoyed working along side chiropractors and physiotherapists in a lucrative multi-disciplinary clinic.  Kristin has a thorough understanding of numerous sports which has enhanced her ability to understand injury and rehabilitation as a health care professional.  She is extremely skilled at helping professional athletes and active individuals successfully recover from injury.  She believes that teaching patients therapeutic exercises to prevent re-injury is a very important part of the patient’s wellness program.  Kristin has extensive clinical massage therapy experience with musculoskeletal pathologies, sports injuries, surgical rehabilitation and stress reduction.  She continues to educate herself on complimentary modalities to massage therapy in order to design a treatment plan that is best suited for each patient.

 

 



Kindra WirchKindra Wirch R.M.T

Kindra has been a Registered Massage Therapist since successfully completing the 3000 hour (3 year) course at Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2006.  Immediately following graduation she travelled to the British Virgin Islands and worked at a very high end spa for nine months where she gained priceless experience and knowledge.  Kindra returned to the Okanagan and worked as an RMT at a gym in Vernon where she assisted personal trainers in helping the clientele meet their goals successfully.  She was also employed at a Chiropractic clinic where she was able to treat a wide variety of pathologies and injuries using her skills in Massage Therapy, Rehabilitation, and Therapeutic Exercise.  Kindra enjoys adventure and is very outgoing but also maintains a high level of professionalism at all times.  She is confident in her abilities and enjoys the challenge of working with a wide variety of patients.  Kindra is passionate about educating her patients on rehabilitation and prevention.  She believes people should be on a continuous journey to learn and better themselves.  Kindra is also interested in the amazing health benefits of Xocia Healthy Chocolate and is eager to share her knowledge with everyone.





Rick Diduck R.M.T

Rick successfully completed the 3000 hour RMT program from the Okangan Valley College of Massage Therapy school in June 2000 .  Having worked in a multi-disciplinary clinic for the past 9 years, he has gained excellent knowledge and experience working with other Health Practitioners such as Chiropractors, Kinesiologists, Pilates Instructors and Acupuncturists.  Rick has taken the fitness theory, weight training and personal trainers course to better help his clients achieve their wellness goals.  Currently, he is taking courses from Thompson Rivers University to receive his BScMT.   Rick believes in promoting a balanced approach to healing, using not only Massage Therapy, but also stretching, activity, diet and knowledge to help you get better faster and maintain optimal health.  Rick  works with a wide variety of clients and enjoys finding the best method of treatment and lifestyle balance to benefit his patients.  When not at the clinic, Rick is keeping busy with his family, or doing activities such as mountain biking, snow boarding, hiking, running, reading and watching movies. 





Stacey RobinsonStacey Robinson R.M.T

Stacey Robinson successfully completed the three year Massage therapy diploma at the Okanagan Valley School of Massage Therapy in June 2009. The intensive and wide range of treatment modalities obtained from this program has given her confidence in creating ideal therapeutic programs for her clients. Stacey is passionate about tailoring every session to fulfill the needs of her clients. She believes that everyone can gain the benefits of massage and that every session should be a positive and healing experience. She uses both her client goals and intuitive approach to implement effective treatments. Stacey continues to expand her knowledge and skills through working with many experienced massage therapists attending educational workshops.

 




Jennifer Schuler R.M.T


Jennifer graduated from The Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in the summer of 2008. She began working full time in a busy clinic in Vernon which attracted a wide variety of clientele. Jennifer used this opportunity to refine and define her own massage style. She enjoys treating pre-natal patients, assessing and rehabilitating sports injuries, creating relaxation, treating a variety of injuries and pathologies, and also Hot Stone massage. In the winter of 2008, Jennifer also worked at a local cat ski lodge practicing sports massage to aid back country skiers and snow boarders. Jennifer is a very outdoorsy, down to earth person. Her holistic approach to life offers her clients a natural way of healing addressing the mind, body and spirit. After your massage, Jennifer will be happy to suggest an appropriate home care to allow the client to take the healing process one step further. Always learning and forever growing, Jennifer continues to build her practice one day at a time.



 

Kevin Quigley  - Biomechanical Specialist

Kevin has been a member of our health team since completing the Computerized Gait & Custom Orthotics training by Footmaxx© in 2005.  He continues to update his knowledge by attending various Footmaxx© seminars.  Kevin enjoys helping people feel better by correcting foot biomechanical deficiencies.  If you need orthotics, he will be happy to help you decide which orthotic insert is best for you, or if you would prefer to choose from the large selection of footwear.  The health of your body rests on your feet. 

Please call to make an appointment for a FREE computerized gait and pressure analysis.

 
 
 

 

Doreen Waters  - Office Manager 

 
 

 

 

 

 

** To maintain our high standards, we also continually evaluate our services and require our therapists to participate in ongoing training.

 

Hours and Rates

Health Coverage

 

We are open Monday through Friday  8:00  -  6:30 and Saturday by appointment.

We offer 24/7 answering / booking service

 

Private Rates for Massage Therapy                     

30 min   $45                                                                                                                                           
60 min   $85                                                                   
90 min   $125
120 min  $165
+$10 for aromatherapy
 
Private Rates for Hot Stone Massage
60 min  $95
90 min $130
+$10 for aromatherapy
 
Most extended medical plans provide 80-100% coverage for Registered Massage Therapy.  Currently massage therapy clinics are not set up to direct bill your extended medical plan.  You simply send in the receipt we will give you and they will reimburse you according to your plan.  Some will require a doctor’s referral so check with your provider for details. 
 
MSP / ICBC
30 min   $20
60 min   $60
90 min   $100
 
Patients with MSP Premium assistance qualify for 10 visits per year: (combined for massage therapy, physiotherapy, and chiropractic).  We will be happy to check your MSP coverage for you.  MSP patients no longer require medical doctor's referrals.
 
Patients with an ICBC claim can receive up to 12 massage therapy visits over 8 weeks from the date of the accident with an ICBC adjustor's approval.  ICBC patients are required to obtain a written medical doctor's referral prior to starting treatment.  Please bring your claim number and your BC Medical Care Card.
 
RCMP
Members have 100% coverage for 20  - 1/2 hour visits to a maximum $700 value.  No out of pocket expense.  Members are required to obtain a written medical doctor's referral prior to starting treatment.
 

DVA

Members have 100% coverage for 21  -  1/2 hour visits to a maximum $800 value.  No out of pocket expense.  Members are required to obtain a written medical doctor's referral prior to starting treatment.

 

Custom FOOTMAXX Orthotics

Please call for details.

 

Missed appointment and cancellation policy

In consideration of your fellow patients and your therapist please allow a minimum of 2 hours notice if you are unable to keep a scheduled appointment.  Cancellation within 2 hours of your appointment will be subject to a 50% charge.   

No-shows will be subject to a 100% charge.

 

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