Kristine Sloan is a Registered Massage Therapist and co-owner of Tranquility Health Massage Therapy in Royal Oak, Victoria, BC. She provides individualized massage therapy treatments for people seeking care for a variety of musculoskeletal concerns, injury recovery, and general health and wellness goals.

Kristine's approach to care is collaborative and client-centred, with treatment plans tailored to each person's unique needs, preferences, and goals. Treatment may incorporate a variety of evidence-informed manual therapy techniques, movement education, and home care recommendations when appropriate.

Kristine welcomes clients from Royal Oak, Saanich, Central Saanich, Brentwood Bay, Cordova Bay, and the Greater Victoria area.

For Kristine, massage therapy begins with understanding the individual. Careful listening, thoughtful assessment, and ongoing communication help guide each treatment and create a collaborative approach to care.

Before becoming a Registered Massage Therapist, Kristine spent more than 15 years working as part of the physiotherapy rehabilitation team at Kelowna General Hospital. Her experience in acute care, long-term rehabilitation, and interdisciplinary healthcare settings has contributed to her appreciation for the many factors that can influence movement, recovery, and overall well-being.

Whether someone is recovering from an injury, adapting to physical changes, managing ongoing muscle tension, or seeking support for mobility concerns, treatment begins with understanding their unique circumstances and goals.

Kristine enjoys working with individuals seeking massage therapy care for a variety of concerns, including:

• Jaw and TMJ-related discomfort

• Neck, back, and lumbo-sacral discomfort

• Chronic muscle and fascial tension

• Thoracic and rib mobility concerns

• Scar tissue and post-surgical mobility considerations

• Abdominal and visceral-related tension

• Female pelvic health concerns within the scope of Registered Massage Therapy

• General mobility concerns

• Recovery following injury and physical activity

Treatment techniques may be incorporated based on individual assessment findings and treatment goals.

Kristine completed her massage therapy education at the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy in 2017.

She is committed to ongoing professional development and regularly participates in continuing education opportunities to expand her knowledge and clinical skills throughout her career.

Kristine completed a two-year Biodynamic Myofascial Integration program through the Bodhi Tree Teaching Center in Surrey, BC and is currently completing additional education in Manual Lymphatic Drainage through the Vodder School International.

Her previous experience working for more than 15 years within the physiotherapy rehabilitation team at Kelowna General Hospital continues to inform her thoughtful and collaborative approach to patient care.

Your first appointment includes time to discuss your health history, current concerns, and treatment goals. Assessment and treatment are tailored to your individual needs, and home care recommendations may be provided when appropriate to support your progress between appointments.

Kristine's treatments often involve ongoing reassessment throughout the session, allowing care to be adapted based on your comfort, response to treatment, and individual goals.

Tranquility Health Massage Therapy strives to create a welcoming, professional, and comfortable environment where clients can feel supported throughout their care.

As co-owner of Tranquility Health Massage Therapy, Kristine values creating a welcoming space where clients feel comfortable and supported in their healthcare journey. She enjoys being part of the Royal Oak and Greater Victoria community and appreciates the balance that Vancouver Island living offers between health, movement, and everyday life.

Kristine Sloan, RMT offers direct billing for many extended health insurance providers, as well as ICBC-approved massage therapy treatments for eligible motor vehicle accident-related injuries.

Coverage and eligibility vary depending on your individual insurance plan or claim status. Clients are encouraged to confirm details with their insurance provider or ICBC before their appointment.

A referral is not required to book an appointment, although some insurance plans may request one for reimbursement.

Coverage varies depending on your individual extended health benefits plan. Clients are encouraged to confirm their coverage with their insurance provider.

Treatment begins with an assessment and discussion of your goals. Care is individualized and may include a variety of massage therapy techniques based on your preferences and assessment findings.

Kristine has completed additional education in several manual therapy approaches, including myofascial techniques and Manual Lymphatic Drainage. These approaches may be incorporated into treatment when appropriate based on your individual needs and treatment goals.

If you're looking for Registered Massage Therapy in Royal Oak, Victoria, BC, Kristine welcomes new and returning clients at Tranquility Health Massage Therapy. Online booking is available through Tranquility Health, and Kristine looks forward to working with you to support your individual health and wellness goals.