Massage Therapy
At Leaside Sports Medicine, we offer expert massage therapy services designed to help you recover from sports injuries, manage chronic pain, and reduce muscle tension. Whether you’re seeking relief from everyday stress, recovering from surgery, or optimizing your athletic performance, our highly trained registered massage therapists work closely with our sports medicine team to deliver exceptional care.
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What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy involves the hands-on manipulation of soft tissues, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissues. It is used to reduce pain and discomfort, improve range of motion, support the nervous system, and stimulate the circulatory system and immune system.
At Leaside Sports Medicine, our massage therapy team employs a range of massage techniques, including deep tissue, sports massage therapy, and myofascial release, to address your unique needs. These techniques increase blood flow, break down scar tissue, relieve muscle tension, and prevent injuries by targeting areas of imbalance or overuse in the body.
Massage therapy is also a powerful tool for managing chronic conditions and reducing physical and emotional stress, especially when used alongside acupuncture, chiropractic, and other forms of treatment.
How We Can Help
Located just 20 minutes from downtown Toronto, our registered massage therapists bring over 15 years of experience and serve clients across the city and beyond with integrative, evidence-informed care.
They can treat a wide variety of concerns, including:
Sports injuries and post-training soreness
Chronic pain and repetitive strain issues
Muscle tension and general muscle pain
Pregnancy-related discomfort
Post-car accident care
Post-surgical healing and scar tissue management
Knee pain, tennis elbow, and joint inflammation
Limited mobility and reduced range of motion
Poor circulation and lymphatic drainage issues
Pain related to chronic conditions such as arthritis or fibromyalgia
And more
Massage Therapy Applications
Pain Management & Chronic Conditions
Our massage therapy sessions focus on relieving muscle tension, reducing inflammation, and supporting long-term recovery from persistent pain.
Whether you’re dealing with lingering muscle pain, chronic pain, or joint stiffness, our registered massage therapists utilize customized massage techniques, including deep tissue massage, sports massage, and targeted trigger-point work, to alleviate pain and restore mobility.
These treatments support the nervous system, regulate the body’s stress response, and reduce physical strain.
Athletic Recovery & Performance
For active individuals and professional athletes, sports massage enhances muscle recovery, improves range of motion, and helps prevent injuries. By incorporating deep pressure and targeted tissue work, our massage therapists improve blood circulation, minimize scar tissue, and support optimal body mechanics.
This results in faster recovery, reduced post-workout soreness, and improved performance. Whether you’re training for an event or recovering from a tough game, our sports massage in Toronto can be a game-changer.
Prenatal & Postnatal Support
Our registered massage therapy sessions for pregnant and postpartum clients are designed to reduce swelling, relieve pain and discomfort, and promote full-body relaxation. Using gentle, specialized techniques, our massage therapists support the lymphatic system, reduce lower back and hip pain, and assist with circulation during this important phase of life.
These treatments can also help manage fatigue and emotional stress, promoting better sleep and overall well-being for new and expecting parents.
Our Massage Therapy Treatment Process
Initial Consultation & Assessment
Every patient journey starts with a thorough consultation. One of our experienced registered massage therapists will take the time to understand your health history, current concerns, and overall health goals.
We’ll identify areas of muscle tension, stiffness, or discomfort and assess how your body is responding to previous treatments or activity levels. This step ensures we understand the root causes of your pain or mobility challenges before starting therapy.
Personalized Treatment Plan
After your assessment, your RMT will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs. Depending on your condition, your plan may include deep tissue massage, sports massage, lymphatic drainage, or a combination of massage techniques designed to increase blood flow, improve tissue elasticity, and relieve muscle tension.
Our goal is to help you move more freely, reduce pain, and feel stronger in your body — every session builds toward those outcomes.
Ongoing Evaluation
As your treatment plan progresses, we continuously monitor how your body responds. Our massage therapists will adjust the techniques used and recommend follow-up care as needed. This flexible, responsive approach ensures that your massage therapy remains effective and aligned with your recovery goals.
Regular sessions can help manage flare-ups, support healing, and prevent injuries before they start. As such, we encourage all patients to communicate with their RMT throughout each session so we can adjust the plan as needed.
Lisa Hawley
Lisa Hawley is a Registered Massage Therapist at Leaside Sports Medicine.
She graduated from the Canadian College of Massage and Hydrotherapy in 2007 and is registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario. Her treatment specialties include prenatal and infant massage, sports and sports injury massage, deep tissue massage, motor vehicle accident recovery massage, and lymph drainage massage.
