Richard Llanera, RMT

Registered Massage Therapist in Toronto

Richard Llanera is a Registered Massage Therapist who has been practicing since graduating from Sutherland-Chan School of Massage Therapy in 2013.

Richard joined Forest Hill Chiropractic and Massage Clinic early in his career and has developed a patient-focused approach to massage therapy based on careful assessment and individualized treatment.

His Approach to Massage Therapy

Richard believes that understanding what is happening in the body is an important part of effective massage therapy.

Before beginning treatment, he takes the time to discuss your concerns, physical activities and goals. He then develops a treatment approach based on what he finds and how you respond to treatment.

His techniques include:

• Myofascial release

• Trigger point therapy

• Muscle energy techniques

• Manual lymphatic drainage

• Therapeutic massage

• Stretching and mobility techniques

Treatment pressure and techniques are adjusted according to the individual rather than following a standard routine.

Working With Active People

Richard has a strong personal interest in physical activity and understands the demands that exercise and sport can place on the body.

His own background includes running, endurance activities and martial arts. This experience has given him an appreciation for the importance of maintaining mobility, managing muscle tension and allowing the body adequate time to recover.

He works with patients ranging from people dealing with everyday muscle tension to those recovering from injuries or managing the physical demands of an active lifestyle.

A Personalized Treatment

Whether you’re coming in with a specific area of discomfort or simply looking for massage therapy as part of your overall approach to staying active, Richard will tailor the treatment to your individual needs.