Osteopathic Massage

Explore a new infused style of treatment – Osteopathic Massage at The Garden.

Our Massage Therapist Samantha Mertler is finishing training in Manual Osteopathy and has started offering the benefits of her learning to her massages. This approach blends Swedish therapeutic massage therapy with the precision and holistic insights of Manual Osteopathy, culminating in a massage experience that is as therapeutic as it is transformative.

The integration of Manual Osteopathy techniques into your massage experience is designed to support the intricate dance of structure and function within your body. By addressing imbalances, promoting alignment, and enhancing fluidity, this fusion empowers your body’s innate healing capacity. Each stroke and technique serves a purpose, encouraging your body to move towards a state of equilibrium and vitality.

Step into a realm where massage becomes more than relaxation—it’s a holistic journey towards balance. Our Osteopathic Massage begins with a very quick full body assessment that guides the customization of your session. This combination of touch and insight creates the potential for lasting balance, supporting the synergy of your body’s structure and function.

Massage Therapists

Samantha Mertler, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist

Book with Samantha

What could I expect from a typical treatment?

Typically, the first treatment would begin with a detailed intake and consultation, followed by a massage treatment.

Your treatment therapist will suggest a timeline for a follow-up treatment plan, which may include seeing other therapists for a wholistic approach to healing. This is because at The Garden we encourage working collaboratively to give patients the best possible treatment.

 

Insurance Providers and Benefits:

Contact your insurance provider today to inquire about your massage therapy benefits, always asking whether or not a doctor’s note is required for reimbursement.

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Hope Fiddy

About:

Hope Fiddy, RMT, is a dedicated massage therapist practicing in Edmonton. Graduated from Makami in 2026 and has 2 years of experience through practicing clinics. Specializing in Swedish relaxation massage and deep tissue massage. Hope focuses on helping clients manage stress, ease muscle tension, and support overall well-being. Inspired by a love for holistic health and helping people feel their best. Book your appointment today for a customized, caring experience.

Makenna Vignal

About:

"I believe that my purpose is rooted in guiding people home to who they are through compassion, authentic presence, and gentle touch. My work invites each person to come home to themselves, awakening the innate wisdom within the body that already knows how to heal. I believe that anything is possible when we attune to the wisdom within - balance, harmony, and deep restoration become not just ideas, but lived experiences."

Graduated from the Grant Macewan Acupuncture program, Makenna comes from a background in earth-based living, spiritual exploration, and embodied wellness. She holds space for transformational healing that honours the whole self: body, mind, and spirit. Her sessions invite clients to slow down, reconnect, and access the inner wisdom within them that is innately theirs, and which already knows how to heal.

She considers herself a life time student who is constantly seeking a deeper understanding of the world and all its wonders. It is her intention to continue expanding her tool belt of healing modalities so that she can curate a unique blend of medicine that works with clients, wherever they are in their journey.

Outside the clinic, you can find her immersed in arts of all kinds, writing, sketching, playing instruments, and singing in choir with her sister. She also enjoys being outside exploring nature (anywhere by a river, lake, or ocean is her favourite), cozying up with a good book, and spending time with her parents Bernese mountain dogs, Odin and Ayla.

Areas she is especially fascinated by include mental health, nervous system regulation, women's health, cosmetic acupuncture, and energy work. Makenna is there to guide you to a place of calm, balance and serenity, no matter where you’ve come from or where you are in your journey. She is committed to addressing the root cause of physical symptoms while simultaneously balancing that of the mind and spirit.

Steven Wong R.Ac

About:

Hi, I’m Steve!

I’m a graduate of the Acupuncture program at MacEwan University, and my journey into acupuncture has been both professional and deeply personal. With a background in biomedical engineering, I’ve spent years working in clinical and laboratory settings. However, acupuncture has been a part of my life long before it became my career. Having received treatments since childhood, I’ve experienced firsthand the profound effects of this form of medicine in managing stress, sports injuries, and overall well-being. These early experiences sparked my deep respect for holistic healing and ignited my lifelong interest in Eastern medicine.

I combine my healthcare experience with a genuine appreciation for Eastern medicine to offer a balanced, patient-centered approach to care. I would be honored to work with you on your healing journey.

Outside of the clinic, I enjoy spending time on the North Saskatchewan River and exploring the trails around Edmonton!