A NU U therapists are available 9am-9pm 7 days a week. A therapist is available on most holidays. Please call ahead for your appointment. Same day appointments are available. Carol will answer your calls and return voice mails promptly.

For payment, A NU U accepts Interac, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, A NU U Gift Certificates (never expire) and cash. Direct Billing to insurance is available at no additional charge.

A NU U is located on the corner of St. Matthews and Strathcona, 2 blocks east of the CanadInn Football Stadium.  Free street parking. When coming for an appointment please use the Strathcona Entrance.

A NU U staff are fully licensed and registered massage therapists in Manitoba, all members of MTAM (Massage Therapy Association of Manitoba).

Carol: The owner of A Nu U is a RMT, graduate of 2200 hour Wellington College of Remedial Massage Therapy (2009), specializing in deep tissue massage and fascia release techniques. She plans to study more Deep Tissue in 2011 and begin training in acupuncture in 2015.

First, you will be given a Confidential Client Summary to complete. This allows your therapist to quickly target your health concerns, compile relevant health information and provide the most customized treatment based on your needs.

Your RMT (Remedial Massage Therapist) will conduct a brief, verbal consultation, to benefit your treatment within set treatment time.

You will then be asked to disrobe while your RMT leaves the room momentarily. How nude you decide to be is entirely within your comfort level. You will be professionally "draped" (covered with sheets) where only the body part to be massaged will be exposed. 

A NU U can optimize your treatment with the use of Hot Clay Packs and heated massage tables (at therapist's discretion). For oil, a scent-free, non-staining hypoallergenic Ayurvedic Blend is used.

During the massage, you are encouraged to verbalize any feedback regarding pressure (too light or painful/deep) and comfort issues. Please inform RMT any areas to pay extra attention to or avoid. 

Silence? Talking? This is completely up to you. As RMT's, we are trained to focus entirely on your treatment, therefore allowing you to determine whether or not conversation is present. However, your RMT will  inquire occasionally about your comfort.

As the massage comes to a close, your RMT may suggest any relevant stretches, exercises or hydrotherapy (heat/ice) to do at home, enhancing your massage results.

Though A NU U RMT's are trained in Therapeutic Deep Tissue techniques, they can lighten up the pressure for a relaxation massage to promote overall reduction of stress and tension. Many clients request "Full Body Massage", which means feet, legs (front and back), top half of glutes (optional), back, neck, scalp, arms and hands (please inform therapist of aney areas you would like to avoid or spend extra time on). To effectively cover all these areas, a minimum of 60min is required. If you and your RMT decide to focus on any of the above mentioned areas, other areas may need additional treatment time or another visit. All treatments are therapeutic based, therefore non-sexual. In the case of any inappropriate comments, gestures or innuendo, treatment will be stopped immediately.

A NU U is happy to provide Direct billing at no additional charge to most insurance companies for massage therapy. Blue Cross, Great west Life and Green Shield, to name a few. Upon booking your appointment, please mention about using your insurance. We will then ask for your plan/policy numbers  to contact your insurance company directly, to verify coverage details. You may also need a Medical Doctor's referral prior to any services rendered, depending on your plan. When massage therapy coverage is less than 100%, you will pay the "co-insurance" to A NU U. Please note, some insurance companies do not offer the option of Direct Billing. You would then be issued a receipt to submit for reimbursement. Please phone or email Carol  for more information.  

At this point in time we do not offer couples massage, we will be adding couples massages back into our services in 2011.

Absolutely. A NU U delivers massage therapy, hot stone massage, trigger point for feet, Ionic detox, Ear Candling and our array of body treatments. Leave it to us, we bring all the stuff: massage tables, linens, oils. We enjoy parties, staff appreciation days or simply a chance for you to spend a night of therapeutic indulgence in! In regards to cost, we offer a sliding scale depending on number of clients, type and amount of services and location. Please phone or email Carol  for more information.  

As A NU U staff are all fully trained and qualified massage therapists, a great choice would be a massage. Most clients choose 60 min. Offering services from head to toe, A NU U has you covered, be it pain relief or overall stress reduction. "Create Your Own Packages" are a fun versatile way to sample services of your choice, while making a superb gift certificate.  Carol will be happy to answer any questions and offer customized recommendations.

A NU U strives to accommodate your preferred appointment time and once confirmed, that time is yours exclusively. To be respectful of your therapist and other clients, please be punctual, or even a few minutes early. Running late? We will do our best to provide treatment within original reserved time. If you must cancel or rebook, please phone 783-7273 within 24 hours. A NU U does not charge cancellation/missed appointment fees as we understand situations can arise. However, privileges such as Direct Billing and pre-booking will be revoked after a verbal or written warning.

Massage Therapy: Manipulation of soft tissue (muscle, skin, tendons, ligaments, fascia) to increase blood and lymph flow, relieve tension and promote healing of strains and injuries. (30min-2 hrs)

Trigger Point for Feet: Treatment of the foot using Reflexology, acupressure and massage therapy techniques. (45 min)

Ionic Detox: An effective detox using the ionization of water to extract body toxins from feet followed by results consultation (45 min)

Ear Candling: Ancient dry method of removing ear wax and candida yeast from ears. Painless and effective. Safe for all ages. (30-45 min)

Foot Scrub: Exfoliation of rough skin cells using aromatic sugar or sea salt (20 min)

Scalp Massage: With or without oil. Stimulates cranial points, helps reduce jaw, sinus, neck and headache tension (20 min)

Cellulite Treatment: Brisk, percussive massage treatment to increase cell metabolism, reducing the look of cellulite followed by a soothing detox serum (20 min)

Herbal Foot Soak: Invigorating eucalyptus peppermint soak, complete with foot exfoliation, foot mask and mini foot massage (30 min)     

Hand Treatment: Exfoliating aromatic sea salt scrub, mask, hand and cuticle massage (20 min)

Paraffin Wax Bath: Hands or feet. Deep moist heat effective in treating arthritis pain, moisturizing (30 min)

Body wrap: Choice of dead sea mud, algae or chocolate paraffin applied to back, shoulders, upper arms. Hot clay packs then used to enhance detox/moisturizing properties (20 min)

Infrared Sauna: Dry heat method using same heat produced by the sun and our bodies. Milder heat than conventional saunas. Effective in weight loss and detoxification (30 min)

Hot Stones: Smooth, flat sand stones complimenting massage or body treatment. Provide direct heat and relaxation(used within treatment time)

Salt Glow: Exfoliation of rough body skin using aromatic sea salt (15 min)

Dry Brushing: Exfoliation of rough body skin using natural bristle brush   Assists in lymphatic drainage (15 min)

Face Massage: Enhances blood flow to face, can also relieve jaw and headache tension. Rose quartz polish, rose water spritz and toning serum optional (included in price)(15 min)

Sinus Treatment: Eucalyptus infused steam followed by accupressure points reducing sinus congestion due to cold, allergies or facial injury.(15 min)