The Knot Nurse

Massage Therapy & Medical Aesthetics

Our Mission

Feeling overworked and stressed? Would you like to be more flexible and excel in your chosen sport or gym activities? You have come to the right place!! A dual registrant in the fields of nursing and massage therapy, Chanel understands the importance of providing client focused treatments by listening to the needs of her patients and tailoring every treatment with their needs in mind to ensure the best possible outcome. Chanel provides massage therapy treatments to patients from various populations and is well versed in deep tissue massage, joint mobilization, myofascial release, remedial exercise and trigger point therapy in both physiotherapy and spa settings. Chanel has mastered the powerful holistic approach to reducing stress, increasing circulation, and providing an excellent source of preventative care for your entire body. At The Knot Nurse, we are here to help you start your journey towards pain and injury management. Contact us or book an appointment today!

Massage Therapy & Medical Aesthetics

Our Specialties

Our treatments are intended to heal your body as a whole, rather than merely focus on a specific ailment or pain. We are committed to restoring the health and well-being of our clients so that they may look and feel rejuvenated. Let us take care of you!!! See the various services we offer below.

Swedish Massage

This type of massage therapy targets the uppermost layer of muscles and aims to to promote relaxation, alleviate muscle tension, and enhance overall well-being. Involves both passive and active movements of joints as well and can incorporate light to medium pressure. Swedish massage works to improve blood flow, reduce tension in muscles, and enhance the flexibility of muscles and joints.

Deep Tissue Massage

A type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. Deep tissue massage can help to alleviate chronic pain, reduce stress, and improve posture. It is also used to break up scar tissue, reduce inflammation, and improve circulation. By increasing blood flow and oxygen to the affected area, deep tissue massage helps to reduce tension and pain. It also helps to break up adhesions and knots, which can cause discomfort and limit the range of motion.

Sports Massage

This type of massage therapy focuses on the prevention and healing of injuries to your muscles and tendons by encouraging the circulation of blood and lymph and by reducing muscle tension. By improving circulation sports massage is both preventative and restorative. Preventative sports massage can help to prevent buildup of lactic acid in muscles, help prevent cramps, and decrease the risk of injury. Restorative sports massage can relieve muscle tension, improve recovery time, keep muscles and tendons flexible, and enhance training. Consequently, sports massage can support an athlete for optimum performance by reducing muscle tension and inflammation and by increasing flexibility, range of movement and endurance.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic drainage massage, also known as manual lymphatic drainage, restores the flow of lymph that happens when medical treatment or medical illnesses block the flow of fluid throughout the lymphatic system. Also helps with Post Op recovery by strategically encouraging the flow of lymph fluid through the lymphatic system, reducing the buildup of fluid that contribute to swelling.

Indie Head & Scalp Massage

Also known as “Champissage”, Indie Head Massage is a holistic therapy from the ancient healing system of Ayurveda. This treatment is a slow-paced, soothing massage focused on muscles and connective tissues of the face, neck, scalp, upper back, and shoulders. It incorporates soothing strokes, deep thumb and finger pressure along with invigorating friction movements designed to reduce stress, ease muscle pain, and naturally improve health and circulation. Conditions often treated with Indie Head Massage include migraines, tinnitus, sinusitis, insomnia, hair loss, anxiety, and depression.

Prenatal & Postnatal Massage

Prenatal massage is a full body massage that aims to relax tense muscles, ease sore spots, and improve circulation and mobility. This massage is customized to the needs of the pregnant woman and their changing bodies. Postnatal/postpartum massage aids the body’s recovery after birth, soothes aching muscles to relax, and promotes lymphatic drainage. May also aid mothers on their emotional journey after child birth.