Massage styles
One profession, several jobs.
Every one of these is registered massage therapy, billed the same way and delivered by the same therapists. What changes is the pressure, the pace and what the session is trying to do. If you are not sure which you want, book anything and say what is going on.
- GlenmoreMon-Sat
- KirschnerMon-Sat
Styles of massage we offer
Lymphatic drainage massage
Light, slow, rhythmic work that encourages fluid to move.
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Deep tissue massage
Slower, more specific work into the layers under the surface.
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Prenatal massage
Pregnancy massage adapted to your trimester and how you lie comfortably.
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Sports massage
Treatment timed around training, competing and getting back to it.
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TMJ and jaw massage
Treatment for jaw pain, clenching and clicking, inside and out.
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Relaxation massage
Slower, broader work when the whole system needs to come down a gear.
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Hot stone massage
Heated stones that let muscle release without heavy pressure.
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Craniosacral therapy
Very light, still work at the head, spine and sacrum.
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Infant massage
Gentle, short sessions for babies, booked separately from adult appointments.
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Every style here is booked as a massage therapy appointment at the same rates. If none of them names what you want, book any length and describe it; your therapist will shape the session. Massage therapy rates and details.
Massage therapy questions
Do I need a doctor referral to book?
No. In British Columbia you can book massage therapy, physiotherapy, osteopathy, kinesiology and acupuncture directly, with no referral. Some extended health plans ask for a referral before they reimburse, so check your own plan if you intend to claim.
How much does a massage cost in Kelowna at Back in Health?
Registered massage therapy is $90 for 30 minutes, $110 for 45, $135 for 60, $155 for 75 and $190 for 90 minutes. All massage rates include tax. We recommend 75 minutes for a first visit so there is time to assess properly.
How long should my first massage appointment be?
We recommend 75 minutes. A first visit includes a health history and assessment, and a 75-minute booking means that happens without eating into hands-on treatment time. Shorter appointments work well once your therapist knows your history.
What is the difference between massage therapy, physiotherapy and osteopathy?
Massage therapy treats soft tissue directly to reduce pain and tension. Physiotherapy assesses how a joint moves and loads, then combines manual treatment with a progressive exercise plan. Manual osteopathy is gentler and whole-body, easing restriction across joints, fascia and connective tissue.
What should I expect at my first visit?
Arrive a few minutes early to complete a short health history. Your practitioner will ask about your symptoms and goals, assess the area, and then treat. You leave with a plan: what was found, what to do at home and whether a follow-up is worth booking.
Will I be sore after a massage?
Some mild soreness for a day or so is common after deeper work, much like after a workout. Drink water, keep moving gently and use heat if it helps. Sharp or lasting pain is not expected, so let your therapist know at your next visit or call the clinic.
What should I wear?
For massage you undress to your comfort level in private and stay covered by a sheet, with only the area being treated uncovered. For physiotherapy, osteopathy and kinesiology, wear or bring loose clothing you can move in.
Are your massage therapists registered?
Yes. Every massage therapist at Back in Health is a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), which is a regulated health profession in British Columbia. That registration is what makes your treatment eligible for extended health coverage.
Do you offer hot stone or infant massage?
Yes, both with Derya. She has completed training in therapeutic hot stone massage; book a massage with her and ask for stones, or call to confirm. Infant massage appointments are 30 or 45 minutes and are booked as a new infant patient the first time.
We bill your insurer directly.
Less paperwork at the desk, with clear answers before treatment starts.
Full billing details- Most major insurers
- You pay only the portion your plan does not cover, at the desk. Coverage still depends on your individual policy.
- ICBC accepted
- Massage, physiotherapy and kinesiology. Bring your claim number. WCB and WorkSafeBC are not accepted.
- No referral needed
- In BC you can book any of it directly. Some plans still ask for one before they reimburse, so check yours.
- Canada Life
- Sun Life
- Manulife
- Johnson
- Pacific Blue Cross
- GreenShield
- Empire Life
- RWAM