Personalized Massage Care for the Whole Body
Whether you are recovering from injury, managing chronic pain, or simply looking to restore balance, our RMTs tailor every session to what you actually need.
Registered massage therapy is a regulated, hands-on healthcare practice that works with the body's soft tissues to relieve pain, reduce tension, restore mobility, and support overall wellness. At Health Matters Chiropractic Centre, RMT sessions are tailored to your specific needs and can be integrated with chiropractic care, acupuncture, or physiotherapy for a more complete approach to your health.
Sessions are covered by most extended health benefit plans in Ontario. No referral is required to book.
Meet Your Registered Massage Therapists
Combined, Marina and Carl bring over 40 years of clinical RMT experience to Health Matters.
Marina Battaglia has been a Registered Massage Therapist for 17 years and has been part of the Health Matters team for 14 of them. An active member in good standing with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO) and the Registered Massage Therapy Association of Ontario (RMTAO), Marina has particular expertise working with pregnant patients, sports and motor vehicle injuries, chronic pain, cancer care support, and stress and postural dysfunctions. She individually tailors every session and recommends remedial exercise for home maintenance and prevention. Marina is available Tuesday through Saturday.
Carl Pinter brings 25 years of clinical RMT experience to Health Matters and holds an Honours B.Sc. in Physiology, a rare academic credential for a massage therapist that allows him to not only treat your condition but explain the underlying cause in plain terms. Carl specializes in deep tissue techniques including frictioning and trigger point therapy, and his philosophy centres on helping patients become their own therapist through education and active participation in recovery. Carl has been with Health Matters since 2006.
What to Expect from Your RMT Appointment
Intake and Assessment
Hands-On Treatment
Home Care Guidance
Conditions We Treat
Our RMTs work with a wide range of presentations across all ages.
Back and neck pain. Massage therapy releases muscle tension, reduces inflammation, and improves range of motion for both acute and chronic presentations. Carl's deep tissue expertise and Marina's postural dysfunction work are particularly effective here.
Sports and motor vehicle injuries. Both Marina and Carl have significant experience with sports-related soft tissue injuries and MVA rehab. Massage therapy supports faster recovery, reduces scar tissue formation, and helps restore full function.
Prenatal massage. Marina has extensive experience working with pregnant patients at all stages. Prenatal massage addresses common pregnancy discomforts including back pain, hip tension, swelling, and fatigue in a safe, supported environment.
Chronic pain and fatigue. For patients managing ongoing conditions, massage therapy provides meaningful relief and supports quality of life alongside other treatments.
Stress and anxiety. Therapeutic massage activates the parasympathetic nervous system, promoting a calmer physiological state. Many patients find regular sessions a cornerstone of their stress management routine.
Cancer care support. Marina provides supportive massage for patients undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment, using adapted techniques appropriate to each patient's current health status.
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is effective in obtaining relief from a variety of musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory and circulatory concerns. Massage provides benefits to people of all ages in treating conditions such as:Muscle Fatigue & Soreness Postural Imbalances
Sports Injuries (Tendonitis, Sprains or Strains) Chronic Fatigue & Fibromyalgia Whiplash Repetitive Strain Injuries (Carpal Tunnel & Thoracic Outlet Syndromes) Lower Back & Sciatic Pain Migraine & Tension Headaches Chronic Stress & Tension Tempromandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) Osteo & Rheumatoid Arthritis Constipation Discomforts of Pregnancy Respiratory Concerns (Asthma & Bronchitis) Post-Surgery Rehabilitation Neurological Conditions (MS & Parkinson’s) Circulatory Problems Frozen Shoulder
Book by Treatment
Frequently Asked Questions
Massage therapy is a hands-on treatment that manipulates soft tissues: muscles, tendons, and ligaments, to relieve pain, improve circulation, and promote relaxation. Our Vaughan massage therapists use a range of techniques tailored to your unique needs.
Yes! Massage therapy has been proven to be safe and effective in treating the discomforts of pregnancy. Learn more about our prenatal massage here.
Yes. Research shows that infant massage helps stimulate growth, improves digestion and sleep patterns and is an effective means of bonding for the infant and parent.
Massage therapy for back pain targets deep muscle layers and trigger points to reduce inflammation, improve range of motion, and provide lasting relief from chronic or acute discomfort.
Yes. Massage therapy for neck pain releases tension in the neck and shoulders, improving mobility and reducing headaches or stiffness caused by stress or poor posture.
Book a Massage Therapy Appointment in Vaughan
Health Matters Chiropractic Centre
57- 3175 Rutherford Rd,Vaughan, ON
L4K 5Y6 View Staff & Treatments
