Registered Massage Therapists Association of British Columbia

09/11/2025

DON'T MISS: The case report on PTSD by RMTBC member Alison Fraser, West Coast College of Massage Therapy - https://ijtmb.org/index.php/ijtmb/article/view/1183

New IJTMB Massage & Mental Health special issue has been released! Learn about the impact of massage on mental health for PTSD, life-limiting physical illness, and more. Commentary section explores a proposed framework for interdisciplinary collaboration between physicians, mental health practitioners, and MTs. Check it out today! www.ijtmb.org

Massage Therapy Foundation Registered Massage Therapists Association of British Columbia

09/09/2025

What happens when voices from Australia, USA, Canada, the UK, and France come together? 🌐 The future of massage and integrative health gets brighter.

And our very own Corey Rivera is leading a class - Holding Space, Losing Ground: Unpacking Trauma Exposure and Isolation in the Massage Therapy Profession

Join us for the 2025 International Virtual Symposium — two days of global learning, collaboration, and inspiration.

📅 October 29–30 | 🕘 9 PM EDT | 💲$130

🎟️ Don’t miss your chance to connect and grow with practitioners worldwide!

09/08/2025

“[This study performed a systematic review of randomized controlled trials of] nonpharmacological therapies widely used to improve the sleep quality of menopausal women experiencing insomnia.” http://bit.ly/46g3eGU

09/05/2025

Have You Started Your PDP?

Just a reminder that you must complete your Practice Development Program (PDP) on October 31, 2025 in order to renew your registration with the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC.

In the College's latest newsletter, RMTs were reminded that incomplete PDPs will result in renewal blocks and a non-compliance fee: https://e1.envoke.com/m/1d2508641eda2bea54166f1a0e6e14e6/m/705e4b66c55443e524868af3ad2b816a/?mode=3&rev=1756506315

PDP details are in the Registrant Practice Resources section of the CCHPBC website.

09/02/2025

“This randomized controlled trial compared the effects of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization and percussion massage therapy on pain, disability, kinesiophobia, and proprioceptive function in individuals with cervical disc herniation.” http://bit.ly/3VthUNK

08/29/2025

Over the past three years, the number of chiropractors, naturopathic physicians, registered massage therapists, and traditional Chinese medicine practitioners and acupuncturists in B.C. has steadily increased.

Total from 2022 to 2025:
- Chiropractors grew from 1,464 ️to 1,566
- Naturopathic Physicians grew from 874 to 983
- Traditional Chinese practitioners & acupuncturists grew from 2,373 to 3,173
- Registered Massage Therapists grew from 5,869 to 7,290 (largest increase).

Explore more insights in our 2024–2025 Annual Report here:https://cchpbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/2024-2025-CCHPBC-Annual-Report.pdf

08/28/2025

Research Networks: Not Just for People Who Wear Lab Coats
Your seat at the research table awaits
https://healwellorg.substack.com/p/research-networks-not-just-for-people

08/25/2025

“This study employs a multi-index network meta-analysis to conduct a comprehensive evaluation and comparative ranking of non-surgical treatments for post-burn scars.” http://bit.ly/4fTWxyE

08/21/2025

Eleven RMTs from across the Lower Mainland volunteered at the 2025 Strength In Hope Golf Tournament in Richmond on August 13th. Hosted annually by the Kristian Domingo Foundation, the tournament raises critical funds for programs that support youth and families affected by cancer.

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RMTBC Members: Are you volunteering your massage therapy services at a fundraiser in BC? We'd love to share your news - email photos and details from the event to communications@rmtbc.ca

08/18/2025

Congratulations, Michelle and Angela!