Janelle Harms, RMT
8425 Broadcast Avenue SW Calgary, AB, Canada

Alberta Massage Therapists will be permitted to resume services this Friday, June 12th, assuming they have all the required additional hygiene & safety supplies in place. Symptom screening prior to treatment, proper hand hygiene, and mask wearing will be required for both therapist and client. Wearing of protective aprons (by therapist) and safety eyewear (both therapist and client) will be strongly recommended but not mandatory. These are the guidelines set by my association..., the CMMOTA, and may differ somewhat from those for RMTs registered with other associations. Feel free to ask any questions you may have.

[UPDATED June 25, 2020] I can now share some of the new protocols that clients can likely expect when seeking Massage Therapy in Alberta, which have been implemented by my massage association, the CMMOTA: 1. Clients will be screened for COVID symptoms and exposure risk by phone before an appointment is booked and given a screening questionnaire again prior to treatment.... 2. Starting in July, this may include having your temperature taken. Please be advised that having an elevated body temperature will mean that you will be unable to receive treatment, as a fever is now an absolute contraindication for massage therapy. 3. If you show any symptoms of illness or feel unwell in any way, you must cancel your appointment. No treatments can be performed on those who are sick or feeling unwell. Cancellation fees due to sickness or quarantine will be suspended. 4. Upon entering the clinic, clients will be asked to use hand sanitizer and put on a mask, or bring their own. Clients will be strongly encouraged to wear a mask the entire time they are in the clinic space. 5. Therapists must wear surgical/procedural masks at all times in the clinic space. Protective aprons and safety eyewear, disinfected or changed between clients, are strongly recommended. 6. When on the treatment table, while you are face up or sidelying you will be strongly encouraged to wear protective eyewear, or else have your eyes covered with a towel. According to the CMMOTA, "these measures will be in place until COVID-19 disappears, an effective vaccine has been discovered and the number of doses delivered to gain herd immunity, or an effective treatment is discovered, AND governments reduce the requirements for the use of PPE." This is a quick summary of the major changes, but there is a great deal more information in the new protocol documents, so feel free to ask about anything that you would like to know more about.

Hello everyone, Today it was announced that restrictions on Massage Therapy will be addressed in Phase 2 of the Alberta relaunch strategy. The tentative date for this is June 19 [EDIT: The date has been confirmed as June 12, 2020]. RMTs will have many challenges to overcome to re-open their practices and meet the new standards of care, myself included. I will share whatever info I can here as the process continues to unfold. Thank you for your support!... My clinic email is no longer accessible but you can reach me directly at [email protected]

The City of Calgary has officially closed all massage practices until further notice.

On the recommendation of Canadian health authorities and massage associations, I am immediately suspending my massage practice until further notice. Lets all take a pause, focus on our health and that of our loved ones. This too shall pass.

Im pleased to offer Direct Billing to each of these benefits providers, as well as Green Shield, Alberta Blue Cross, and Medavie Blue Cross (including RCMP and Veterans):

Welcome to December! If you have massage benefits to use up before years end, I offer Direct Billing to Blue Cross, Sun Life, Great West Life, Manulife, Green Shield, and a dozen other insurance providers. (Yes, Thai Table Massage is eligible too!)

The Hunterhorn Massage team enjoyed a lovely evening of tea and chocolate pairings at The Naked Leaf in Kensington.

Do you, or does someone you know, take care of a loved one with Parkinsons? Come enjoy a free massage:

This quick article does a great job of clearing up some common misconceptions about stretching.

Moms Day is just one weekend away! Do you know a turbo-charged mama who could use a massage? Im open for bookings all day on Sunday, May 14th at Hunterhorn Clinic. Book online (or grab a gift certificate) at hunterhornmassage.com

Every day I see clients with aches and pains arising from text neck, computer back, and mouse wrist. Use technology wisely -- take care of your body!

If you chose to focus on one healthier habit, which would it be?

May your holidays be happy and healthy.

Happy Thanksgiving long weekend, everyone. Im carving out some time to visit family this week. Ill be back at Hunterhorn Clinic on Thursday, October 13th.

Chances are, youre a weekend warrior or marathoner or you know someone who is. Check out this upcoming UCalgary webinar that dives into the often ironic in...tersections between pain, injury, and health why sports culture often encourages us to ignore pain at the risk of life-long injuries. Register now: http://ow.ly/yN26303oXoe #exploreUCalgary See more

Are you (or is someone you know) a Crohns disease patient in remission? The University of Calgary Cumming School of Medicine is recruiting patients for a research study to investigate the impact of a nutritional strategy on the gut flora. If dietary changes are recommended, you will get a chance to meet with a registered dietician. Parking and public transit tickets will be provided as needed, as well as a $50 gift card for participating in the research.... For more information and enrolment, please contact Mahzabin Ferdous: 403-592-5231 or [email protected]. See more

Do you (or someone you know) live with asthma, COPD or lung disease? The University of Calgary is looking for people to participate in research at their Respiratory Clinical Trials Centre. Youll have access to cutting edge therapies and receive a detailed assessment of your lung health. Whether you are healthy or have lung disease, are a smoker or not, they may have a suitable research project for you. Visit ucalgary.ca/anewbreath

Cross-training is well underway for the 2016 Calgary Spartan Sprint, which is just 6 weeks away! Every muscle group of mine is aching, so I must be doing something right. ;) Obstacle Course Racing is an incredibly fun and challenging sport that will test your endurance, strength and mental focus. Its not too late to sign up for the 5K on August 13th. You wont regret it.

Exciting news for massage therapists and massage appreciators alike! MH Vicars School (my alma mater) has been chosen as a pilot school by the Canadian Massage Therapy Council for Accreditation, to help them perfect the process of making massage therapy a regulated healthcare profession. Maryhelen Vicars has written a special blog post explaining what this means for the future of massage therapy in Canada.

If youre taking part in the Mothers Day Run, Walk & Ride this morning, keep your eyes peeled for me and three other gals giving free chair massages!

Tonight I am participating in the YWCAs "Keep a Roof Over Their Heads" fundraising event. I and other Calgarians have challenged ourselves to experience homelessness for just one night and sleep at the YWCA shelter. Like the catastrophe currently unfolding in Fort McMurray, this too is a reminder that homelessness can happen without warning to any one of us. Please support your local shelters, food banks and humanitarian organizations for all the invaluable work they do in keeping Alberta strong.

Have a happy, healthy Easter long weekend, everyone! A few updates: Ill be away on vacation until April 5th. And did you know about my Spring Equinox deal? 20% off your first TWO mobile massages for all new clients. ...For when leftover Easter chocolate just wont cut it.

Tomorrow Ill be giving chair massages at the Kids Cancer Care Charity Golf Tournament. Im looking forward to working with the athletes supporting this awesome cause.

Its official! Im a fully registered 2200-hour therapist, which means my services can be billed to all major insurance providers, including Blue Cross, Manulife, Sun Life, and more. Im currently offering mobile massage, where I bring my table and massage you in the comfort of your home. Send a message or email [email protected] to make an appointment.

This year, we MH Vicars students have had the amazing opportunity to massage children and parents from the Alberta Childrens Hospital, doctors and nurses at the Peter Lougheed Hospital hospice unit, and dozens of clients living with cancer, MS, Parkinsons, stroke, and more. Just part of the reason I find this work incredibly rewarding. :)

Happy 2015! Why not start the new year off right with a FREE massage? This week I need volunteers for a number of treatments, especially someone with a history of FROZEN SHOULDER (adhesive capsulitis) or other shoulder issues. If this is you or someone you know, please get in touch with me ASAP!... I have a portable massage table, so I can travel to you. :)

Volunteers needed to receive a FREE 1 Hour Massage! For our upcoming teaching clinic we are focusing on Cancer Survivors and Fibromyalgia. If you or someone you know has survived Cancer or are currently suffering from Fibromyalgia, then we are looking for you! Sunday, Nov 9 @ 12:30 and 2:00... Monday, Dec 1 @ 1:30 and 3:00 Tuesday, Dec 2 @ 1:30 and 3:00 To book your spot for our FREE Cancer Survivors and Fibromyalgia clinic please contact Candace Reglin directly at [email protected] or 403-923-9994

October can be a busy, stressful time for students and workers alike. Why not give yourself an hour to relax with a FREE massage? Massage therapy is able to reduce stress, anxiety and depression, and give you a feeling of well being. This week Im looking for volunteers who deal with stress. If youre interested, call or text me to make an appointment.

Upcoming Free Prenatal Massage Clinic VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Our next FREE teaching module clinic will be focused on Prenatal Massage. If you, or someone you know, is pregnant then we are looking for you!... Monday, Sept 29 @ 1:30 and 3:15 Tuesday, Sept 30 @ 1:30 and 3:15 Volunteers will receive a free 1 Hour Massage from one of our senior students. To book your spot for our Prenatal Massage clinic, please contact Candace Reglin directly at [email protected]

We have spots available in our next student clinic! This is a great opportunity to come in for a one-hour massage for only $20. If youd like to book with me, Im scheduled for Saturday at 1pm or 2:30pm, but there are also Friday afternoon and Saturday morning spots available with our other wonderful student therapists. :) Call 866-491-0574 or book online through www.mhvicarsschool.com

This month, Im looking for volunteers who have experienced migraine or tension headaches. If you have headaches with no history of injury, drop me a line and well decide if massage is right for you!