Registered massage therapy on the Danforth in Toronto at ISOMATIC Integrative Health Centre, inside Carrot Common. Sessions are assessment-led and tailored to your needs.
What massage therapy helps with
- Muscle tension and stiffness
- Back, neck and shoulder pain
- Sports and overuse injuries
- Stress and tension headaches
- Posture-related strain
Our approach
Our approach is assessment-led. Care is integrated with the clinic’s osteopathy and physiotherapy where appropriate.
Your practitioner
Joey Dao, RMT — massage therapist at the Danforth location.
Also in Vaughan/Woodbridge
Massage therapy is also offered at our Vaughan/Woodbridge location by Daniel Galano. See Registered Massage Therapy in Vaughan & Woodbridge.
Location & hours
ISOMATIC Integrative Health Centre, inside Carrot Common, 320 Danforth Ave, Suite 206, Toronto, ON M4K 1N8
- Monday: 5 PM–9 PM
- Tuesday: 7 AM–6 PM
- Wednesday: 7 AM–6 PM
- Thursday: CLOSED
- Friday: 7 AM–6 PM
- Saturday: 9 AM–6 PM
- Sunday: CLOSED
Phone: 647-873-7556
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A closer look at each area
Muscle tension and stiffness. Tension often builds gradually, through long hours at a desk, repetitive movement, or periods of stress. A session can focus on the areas that feel tight, using pressure that is adjusted to your comfort. The aim is to help the area feel less guarded and more mobile, while keeping the session comfortable enough for you to relax and breathe normally.
Back, neck and shoulder pain. These areas commonly carry strain from posture, lifting, or sleeping positions. Treatment may focus on the muscles around the shoulders, upper back, and neck, as well as related areas that contribute to stiffness. Your therapist will check which movements feel restricted and adjust the session to the areas you identify as most relevant.
Sports and overuse injuries. For active people, repeated training or a sudden increase in activity can leave muscles feeling sore or tight. Sessions can focus on the muscle groups used most in your activity, with attention to recovery between sessions. Tell your therapist about your training, recent injuries, and upcoming events so the session can be planned around them.
Stress and tension headaches. Stress can show up as tightness through the neck, shoulders, and scalp. A calmer, slower session may suit this pattern, with time spent on breathing, comfortable positioning, and areas where you notice tension gathering. The session is not a substitute for medical advice about headaches, and your therapist can note patterns for you to discuss with your wider care team where appropriate.
Posture-related strain. Posture-related strain often involves muscles that work hard to hold you upright during the day. A session may focus on the back, shoulders, and hips, and on how those areas feel during sitting, standing, and walking. Home-care guidance may include general movement and position changes to try between visits, rather than a single fixed posture to hold.
What to expect at your first massage therapy visit
Your first visit usually begins with a brief assessment. Your therapist will ask about your health history, the areas you would like addressed, what makes symptoms better or worse, and your goals for the session. This conversation helps shape the plan for the visit, including pressure, positioning, and which areas to focus on. You can also raise any concerns about comfort or privacy at this stage.
Treatment follows the assessment plan and is adjusted as the session goes on. Your therapist will check in about pressure and comfort, and you are welcome to speak up at any time. Sessions are tailored to your needs on the day, so the same plan is not repeated without considering how you feel at that visit.
Before you leave, you may receive home-care guidance to support the session. This may include general movement, stretching, rest, or simple self-care ideas that fit your routine. The guidance is general in nature and is discussed in the context of your session, so you leave with a clear sense of what to do next between visits.
Related care at Danforth
Massage therapy can sit alongside other care at ISOMATIC Danforth. Learn more about physiotherapy in Danforth, Toronto and osteopathy in Danforth, Toronto, and discuss with your therapist whether another type of care may be relevant for you.
Frequently asked questions
Is massage therapy covered by insurance? Many extended health plans cover registered massage therapy services, and receipts are provided for claims. Coverage varies by plan, so check your plan details before booking.
How long are sessions? Sessions are booked by length at booking. Choose the length that fits your goals and schedule, and discuss timing with your therapist at your visit.
What should I wear, and how should I prepare? Wear comfortable clothing and arrive a few minutes early so the assessment is not rushed. Your therapist will explain draping and positioning, and you can ask questions at any point. Let the clinic know in advance if you have any health concerns that may affect the session.
Can massage therapy be combined with other care? Where appropriate, it can be part of a wider plan at ISOMATIC Danforth. Talk with your therapist about other care you are receiving so sessions can be coordinated around your goals.