Leanne Dickie Chester, RMT

Leanne Dickie Chester, RMT
Leanne Dickie Chester, RMT Registered Massage Therapist
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I have practiced as a registered massage therapist in Saskatoon since 1998, after graduating from McKay School of Massage and Hydrotherapy with a diploma with honours and an award of excellence.

My massage style is directly complimentary to the needs of your body whether it be through deep tissue massage techniques or the lighter side of relaxation where you can relax and let go. I tailor your treatment plan to your individual health history, treatment goals and needs.

I do not limit my massage therapy style to any particular condition. I have a lot of experience and success helping people to reduce pain in their lives. With my history of working closely with Chiropractors and Physiotherapists for the past 17 years, I have gained extensive knowledge and expertise in finding solutions for many acute and chronic conditions. Stress, Headaches, Back & Neck pain, Whiplash, Sciatica, Strains/Sprains, Insomnia to name a few. I strive to find and treat the root cause behind your apparent symptoms, and I am always up for a challenge.

I believe in a connection between client and therapist, built on mutual trust to help facilitate the therapeutic benefits of your treatment.

I am a firm believer in being proactive and taking personal responsibility for your own health. I believe this, in part, is what has prompted you to seek massage therapy as part of your healthcare regime. I encourage everyone to live an active lifestyle which includes exercise and stretching, and I look forward to helping you find the activities that are suitable for any conditions you may have.

I also believe in a multi­disciplinary approach to health care. Although massage therapy goes a long way to improve a multitude of conditions I am not so bias to believe it is the only nor the most appropriate solution in all cases. If I or you feel that massage therapy alone is not helping you, I will gladly refer you to other practitioners.

For online booking go to: leannedickiechesterrmt.com

 

My Story

Outside of work as a massage therapist, I live an active and busy life. Although I have not yet had success in conceiving a child of my own, I feel there are many other ways to share the joys of life with those closest to you. Between my husband and myself we have 16 nieces and nephews whom we don’t get to see nearly enough but adore just the same.

I find peace and joy in the creative arts. By no means would I consider myself an artists, but I do love to lose myself in creativity whether it be behind the camera or following up the photo sessions with my nieces and nephews in the paper art world of scrapbooking.

For the past many years I have been an active participant in the triathlon world, both as a participant and as a learn­to­tri coach. You can find me as a registered participant in many charity runs or bike rides throughout the city and province. Like many others, I have a love/hate relationship with exercise, especially running, but I have found that challenging myself, for me, not for the time clock statistic has given me more rewards than I could have ever imagined. As I am not immune to the struggles of finding balance in my life my current goal is to find my Zen on the yoga mat.

Massage Therapy

  • Back and neck pain
  • Headaches
  • Stress
  • Overuse injuries – Carpal Tunnel, Tennis Elbow
  • Soft Tissue injuries – Sprains, Strains
  • Sciatica
  • Pregnancy related conditions
  • Motor Vehicle Injuries
  • Work Related Injuries
  • Massage Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How will massage therapy benefit me?

With professional massage therapy you can experience relief from muscular tension and pain, receive increased range of motion and a reduction of mental stress levels. Massage is a natural healing process that can deliver both physical and emotional benefits.
Treatments are specifically tailored to meet your needs.

How often will I need treatments?

Your body can let you know. Some people require only a few sessions to treat a specific problem, while others become regular users of massage therapy as both proactive and preventative healthcare. Massage can help maintain good muscle tone, flexibility, and help correct muscular injuries.

How old does a person need to be to receive massage therapy?

Any age. Massage therapy treatments are effective from birth until palliative care stages.

Which regions of my body get massaged?

The therapist will ask you what you want to get out of the session. You will also be asked to describe any chronic problems that you are experiencing. This will determine the appropriate regions of your body that need attention. A typical full-body massage involves your back, neck, shoulders, arms, legs, feet, and hands.

Will I experience muscle soreness following a massage therapy treatment?

Most people report feel very relaxed, and often experience significant relief from aches, pains and stress after a massage session. However some people, especially those who require deep-tissue massage, experience mild muscle soreness which may last a day or two. Once the soreness is gone, they often notice heightened energy levels and an increased range of motion.

I'm not sure I'm comfortable with a stranger touching me.

It is not uncommon for first-time clients to be apprehensive with the personal nature of massage therapy. Most clients lose this apprehension within the first few minutes of treatment. Massage therapists are trained professionals who respect your feelings and go out of their way to allow you to feel comfortable.

Do I have to take off all of my clothes?

One of the keys to the success of a your massage therapy session is your ability to relax and feel comfortable. Therefore, the decision is yours; remove only the articles of clothing that you are comfortable with removing. Traditional full-body massage treatments work best administered directly, without the barrier of clothing on the areas massaged. During a session you will be fully covered with a table sheet/blanket, only the area of your body that is being worked on is uncovered. Before and after the session, you will undress and dress in complete privacy.

Will my extended healthcare plan cover the costs of massage therapy treatments?

Yes. Most extended healthcare plans include massage therapy and some even have on-line billing. Some plans ask you to first receive a physician’s referral. Feel free to contact us and we will be happy to help you determine your plan’s coverage.

Do you offer massage gift certificates?

Yes I most certainly can! A therapeutic massage is a great way to show someone how much you care. Please contact me so we can discuss the details of your gift certificate needs, and I can work to have the certificates ready for pickup or in time for your next treatment.
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