Massage Therapy & Wellness in Midtown Toronto

At Excelsior Integrative, we provide registered massage therapy and osteopathy in Midtown Toronto, along with athletic therapy and integrative recovery treatments designed to reduce pain, restore mobility, and support long-term performance. Our team of regulated professionals delivers evidence-informed, hands-on care tailored to your goals—whether you’re managing chronic tension, recovering from injury, navigating pregnancy, or optimizing athletic output.

Each service below links to a dedicated page with full treatment details, benefits, and booking information, so you can explore what best fits your needs.

Focused on improving performance and preventing injury, sports massage targets areas affected by training and physical activity. It includes stretching to flush toxins, restore mobility, and keep your body moving at its best.

All massage therapy sessions are provided by Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs) regulated by the CMTO, ensuring safe, effective care tailored to your goals.

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This type of treatment focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. It’s especially beneficial for chronic aches and pains—think stiff necks, low back tension, tight legs, and sore shoulders. While it shares techniques with classic Swedish massage, the pressure is slower, deeper, and concentrated in specific problem areas to release chronic muscle holding patterns and tight fascia.

A session may include trigger point therapy, assisted stretching, Active Release Technique (ART), joint manipulation, and deep tissue petrissage—all tailored to address deep-seated tension and improve mobility.

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This calming therapeutic massage uses classic Swedish techniques to gently manipulate soft tissues—muscles, ligaments, tendons, fascia, and joint capsules—to promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve sleep quality. Light to moderate pressure is typically used, though your therapist may incorporate gentle trigger point work if needed and tolerated.

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This focused massage uses Swedish techniques to manipulate soft tissues—like muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia—to relieve built-up tension and restore mobility in the neck and shoulders. Your therapist may incorporate Active Release Technique (ART), trigger point therapy, and targeted stretching to break up adhesions, improve circulation, and create longer-lasting relief. It’s an ideal treatment for anyone dealing with stress-related tightness, tech neck, or postural strain from daily life.

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Massage therapy has numerous benefits for seniors, including pain relief, improved circulation, and increased flexibility. As we age, our muscles and joints become stiffer, leading to discomfort and limited range of motion. Regular massage can help alleviate these symptoms and improve overall mobility. Additionally, massage can help reduce stress and anxiety, which are common issues among seniors. It can also boost immune function and promote better sleep, which can help seniors maintain their health and well-being. Whether it’s Swedish, deep tissue, or another technique, massage therapy is a safe and effective way to improve the quality of life for seniors.

Tailored with the safety and comfort of the expectant mother in mind, this therapeutic massage relieves many of the physical and emotional discomforts associated with pregnancy. Techniques include Swedish massage for overall relaxation, deeper work to release neck and shoulder tension, lymphatic drainage to reduce swelling in the hands and feet, and optional scalp or foot massage—customized to your needs and stage of pregnancy.

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This full-body treatment combines the calming effects of heated basalt stones with therapeutic massage to address both physical tension and mental fatigue. The warmth of the stones penetrates deep into muscle layers, promoting circulation, easing chronic pain, and accelerating recovery—while also helping your nervous system unwind. Whether you’re dealing with tight shoulders, stress overload, or post-workout fatigue, this treatment delivers results.

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This firmer, rhythmic treatment combines hands-on lymphatic drainage techniques with smooth wooden tools to support fluid movement, local circulation and soft-tissue comfort. Offered by Celina Ciardullo, RMT, it may suit clients experiencing temporary puffiness, heaviness or stiffness, as well as those who prefer a more stimulating style of massage.

Functional Range Release is an advanced soft tissue management system that is focused on the assessment, localization, and systematic treatment of soft-tissue adhesions and areas of fibrosis that typically develop as a result of injury, repetitive strain, and cumulative trauma. Unlike regular massage therapy, it focuses on the central nervous system, which governs muscle length and tension and has a greater influence on a person’s joint range of motion. By utilizing specific Tissue Tension Techniques and Progressive Angular Isometric Loading, Functional Range Release aims to expand and strengthen a patient’s functional range of motion. The system primarily focuses on influencing the central nervous system to allow for greater joint range of motion and strength, leading to the expansion of the participant’s usable and functional range of motion.

This session is a 45 minute comprehensive analysis of your joints biomechanics, and tissue health, ideal and prescribed for anyone with any persistent or recurring joint or muscle pain, coupled with a 45 minute treatment, designed to start correcting your pain right at it’s origin, and address the causes of dysfunctional movement/coordination problems, which may cause pain, at their root. Individual protocols and exercise to create lasting results are prescribed.

Cupping therapy is an ancient alternative healing technique that involves placing cups—made of glass, bamboo, earthenware, or silicone—on the skin to create suction. This suction is believed to help alleviate joint and muscle pain, reduce inflammation, increase blood flow, and promote relaxation. It’s also commonly used as a form of deep tissue treatment.

During a session, a therapist may use a rubber pump to create a vacuum, causing the skin to rise and often turn red temporarily. Silicone cups may also be used in a dynamic fashion, allowing for a massage-like effect that targets fascial restrictions and muscle tightness.

While the scientific evidence is still emerging, some research suggests cupping can be especially helpful when combined with other therapies for pain management, musculoskeletal issues, and even respiratory conditions.

Learn more about how myofascial cupping works and why it’s gaining traction as a modern therapeutic tool

A rejuvenating, non-invasive treatment that combines a head, shoulders, and neck massage with facial cupping and gua sha to promote circulation, reduce puffiness, support lymphatic drainage, and soften facial tension. This focused add-on also relieves jaw tension while boosting collagen production — making it a favorite for both cosmetic glow-ups and therapeutic care.

Facial gua sha and cupping don’t just feel amazing—they help reset the nervous system and encourage healthier skin from the inside out.

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*Book under “Massage Therapy + Facial Cupping + Facial Gua Sha” for a full head, neck, shoulder, and facial release.

Smart Dynamic Cupping is an advanced form of cupping therapy that combines rhythmic suction, heat, and red light therapy to enhance circulation, release muscle tension, and promote faster recovery. Unlike traditional cupping, dynamic cupping uses pulsed suction to gently lift and mobilize soft tissues, improving blood flow, lymphatic drainage, and tissue oxygenation.

At Excelsior Integrative, Smart Dynamic Cupping is available as an add-on to massage therapy

Heated Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation (IASTM) is a specialized technique that enhances traditional manual therapy by using ergonomically designed heated tools to mobilize soft tissues. The combination of gentle instrument pressure and therapeutic heat allows for deeper tissue release, improved circulation, and accelerated healing.

At Excelsior Integrative, Heated IASTM is used as an add-on to massage therapy, sports therapy, and osteopathy sessions to amplify results. The application of heat softens muscle tissue and fascia, making it easier to break down scar tissue, adhesions, and chronic tension. This technique is particularly effective for:

• Chronic Muscle Tightness & Restricted Movement – Loosening fascia and improving range of motion
• Scar Tissue & Post-Injury Recovery – Aiding in soft tissue remodeling and flexibility
• Pain Management & Circulatory Support – Reducing stiffness, promoting blood flow, and soothing inflamed tissues

Since Heated IASTM is not a standalone service, it is integrated into existing treatments to enhance overall effectiveness. Clients can request it as an add-on to their session for deeper relief and faster recovery.

A non-invasive treatment that uses red and near-infrared light to speed up healing, reduce pain and inflammation, and improve skin health. It boosts circulation, collagen production, and cellular repair—making it a great add-on to massage, osteopathy, or athletic therapy.

The anti-inflammatory effects of red light therapy are supported by research in photobiomodulation mechanisms and clinical applications, reinforcing its role in pain management and recovery.

Learn how Red Light Therapy supports pain relief and recovery

Available as a 10-minute session or an add-on to your treatment.

Acupuncture is a holistic therapeutic technique that involves inserting very thin steel needles into specific acupoints along the meridians of the body. While it’s most commonly associated with needles, acupuncture can also be performed using acupressure to manually stimulate these points.

This ancient therapy has been studied for over two millennia and is known for its wide range of benefits—including pain relief, improved energy flow, reduced inflammation, and enhanced mental and physical balance (what Western medicine refers to as homeostasis). It can also help remove stagnant blood and regulate the body’s internal systems.

Starting your session with acupuncture can prime the nervous system, making subsequent manual therapy or myofascial release more effective and longer-lasting—while reducing the chance of post-treatment soreness. Learn how acupuncture and massage therapy work together to accelerate recovery and performance

Dry needling is a minimally invasive treatment that can help relieve myofascial pain that has not responded to other treatments. During a dry needling session, a practitioner inserts fine stainless steel needles into trigger points or acupuncture points to stimulate the musculoskeletal system and release muscle knots or spasms. While similar to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) acupuncture, dry needling primarily focuses on the musculoskeletal system and does not involve the organ system. Dry needling sessions are shorter than traditional acupuncture sessions and may use an electro-stimulation device to enhance the effects of the treatment. Dry needling can also be used during pregnancy, but it is important to consult with a doctor before undergoing any treatment.

Osteopathy is a drug-free, non-invasive form of manual therapy that focuses on total body health by treating and strengthening the musculoskeletal framework—including joints, muscles, and the spine. Its goal? To improve the function of the nervous, circulatory, and lymphatic systems through hands-on treatment.

Much like massage therapists, osteopaths use soft tissue stretching, deep pressure, and joint mobilization to relieve stiffness and restore mobility. It’s a whole-body approach, not just a spot fix. Want to dive deeper into what makes this method so effective?

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Pediatric Osteopathy is a gentle, non-invasive form of manual therapy designed to support the healthy development of infants, children, and adolescents. This specialized approach focuses on assessing and treating musculoskeletal imbalances, nervous system function, and overall body alignment to help growing bodies adapt to developmental changes.

At Excelsior Integrative, our pediatric osteopathic treatments are tailored to address common concerns such as:

• Birth Trauma & Newborn Discomfort – Helping infants with feeding issues, colic, reflux, and unsettled sleep
• Postural & Growth Development – Supporting proper spinal alignment and muscle balance as children grow
• Sports & Activity-Related Strains – Aiding recovery from minor injuries and improving mobility in active childre
• Nervous System Regulation – Helping with conditions like hyperactivity, coordination challenges, or tension from stress

Injured? Training hard? Our Athletic Therapists specialize in injury prevention, rehab, and performance support—whether you’re an athlete or just want to move better. From hands-on treatment to tailored conditioning plans, we help you bounce back stronger.

Our therapists are certified through the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA), ensuring evidence-based care that meets national standards.

Read how Athletic Therapy supports injury recovery and performance

Kinesio Taping gives support and stability to your joints and muscles without affecting circulation and range of motion. It is also used for preventative maintenance, deem and to treat pain. In this type of session lasting about 15-20 minutes, an assessment will be taken, and take will be applied to alleviate of prevent pain. Corrective exercises may also be given to promote tissue strengthening or correct biomechanics which could be causing your pain.

Cosmetic acupuncture, also often referred to as facial acupuncture, focuses specifically the aesthetic conditions and facial rejuvenation of the patient’s face. Like traditional acupuncture, it involves strategically inserting ultra-thin, sterilized needles into different areas of the skin of the patient’s body and face, in an aim to stimulate the patient’s blood flow and balancing their  QI  (which, when translated, means “vital energy” in Traditional Chinese Medicine).

cosmetic acupuncture has  grown increasingly popular with traditional acupuncture clients, and dermatologists and acupuncturists alike have spoken to its potential positive effects.

Excelsior Integrative provides registered massage therapy, manual osteopathy, athletic therapy, and integrative recovery treatments in the heart of Midtown Toronto. Conveniently located at Yonge & Eglinton, we serve clients from Davisville, Mount Pleasant, Eglinton West, Forest Hill, and surrounding neighbourhoods seeking structured, evidence-informed care from regulated professionals.

Whether you are managing chronic pain, recovering from injury, preparing for competition, or simply looking to move and feel better, our team will build a treatment plan that supports both immediate relief and long-term progress.

Direct billing is available for most extended health plans, and appointments can be booked online.