Welcome to Rehab Based Massage Massage

To become a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) in British Columbia, Canada, you must complete a two-year massage therapy program at an accredited school. The program includes: 

• Curriculum: Anatomy, physiology, pathology, kinesiology, neuro-anatomy, manual skills, orthopedics, remedial exercise, hydrotherapy, and patient education 
• Practical training: Supervised practical training in clinic is required 
• Exams: Severl written and practical exams must be passed -these can happen at random
• Certification: Certification in standard First Aid Level C and CPR is required 
• Background check: A background check must be passed 

The College of Massage Therapists of British Columbia (CMTBC) governs and certifies RMTs. 

Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) in British Columbia can treat a wide range of conditions, including: 

• Soft tissue and joint dysfunction: RMTs can treat conditions that affect the soft tissue and joints of the body, such as tendonitis, arthritis, osteoporosis, and fibromyalgia 
• Sports injuries: RMTs can treat injuries sustained during sports 
• Headaches and migraines: RMTs can treat migraine headaches 
• Whiplash: RMTs can treat whiplash 
• Pregnancy: RMTs can treat conditions related to pregnancy 
• Musculoskeletal injuries: RMTs can treat musculoskeletal injuries 
• Post-surgical rehabilitation: RMTs can help with post-surgical rehabilitation 

Injury rehabilitation, strains, sprains

Surgery recovery

Muscularcutaneuos conditions, TOS, Planter Faciatis, TMJ etc..

Chronic headaches, migraines

Pre and post-event massage

Infant/Geriatric massage

Prenatal/postnatal massage

Maternity - Pregnancy pillow availible

Stroke victims 

Parkansons

Systemic and circulatory conditions

Recovering spinal surgery patients

Athletic maintenance, recovery, crossfit, runners, mountain biking, 

professional skiing 

COPD, Asthma

Vehicle accident recovery, whiplash, trauma

• Licensing requirement:To be an LMT, you must pass a state-administered exam after completing a massage therapy program at an accredited school. 

• Scope of practice:LMTs can perform various massage techniques depending on their training, including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, and more. 

• Medical massage:Some LMTs specialize in "medical massage," where they work closely with healthcare providers to address specific medical conditions.

Differences between RMT and LMT

RMTs and LMTs are both types of massage therapist credentials, and both RMTs and LMTs can provide quality massage therapy to their clients. Although the two credentials are very similar and sometimes used interchangeably, there are some minor differences between the two titles, and it's useful to understand them if you're interested in becoming a massage therapist. Some of the key differences between the two include:

Education and training requirements

One key difference between RMTs and LMTs is the education and training requirements of each. Bachelor's degrees aren't required for RMTs or LMTs, but both types of massage therapists must complete training programs and classroom education. In their training and education, RMTs and LMTs both learn about anatomy and physiology as well as massage skills.

Licensing requirements

Another important difference between RMTs and LMTs is their license requirements. RMTs aren't licensed to practice in medical settings, but they are registered with their states and must maintain their registration. Often, there are fewer state requirements for RMTs to meet than LMTs.

LMTs must obtain a license. In order to get their licenses, LMTs typically have to complete training and take an exam. They also must keep their licenses current, and they usually have to complete additional education hours each time they renew their licenses.