Currently on leave until end of Dec. 2020

Karin Jacobson, BASc, RMT 
Karin uses a combination of subtle and deeper techniques, based on the patient's needs, to re-balance the body, correct posture, restore soft tissue function and relieve pain.
In addition to Swedish massage, Karin uses the following techniques:

• Myofascial Release- stretching of the connective tissue around the muscles, bones and joints to restore normal length and function;
• Muscle Energy Therapy- positioning of the patient so that his/her own gentle muscle contractions will restore normal, pain-free movement at joints in the spine and pelvis;
• Lymphatic Drainage- reduction of fluid build-up and swelling after injuries such as sprains or fractures, or after surgery, to relieve pain and speed healing;
• Visceral Manipulation- release of adhesions between the abdominal organs that can arise from abdominal surgery or injury; these adhesions may contribute to reduced organ function or back pain:
• Craniosacral- gentle work around the skull and cerebrospinal fluid to relieve migraine and tension headaches:
• Hydrotherapy- the application of heat and/or cold to augment the other treatment modalities; and
• Therapeutic Exercise- the personalized 'homework' after each treatment, so the patient can continue stretching, strengthening and re-aligning between treatments, increasing the rate of recovery.

Karin enjoys providing maternity and infant massage for the health and well-being of both the mother and child.
Karin completed 3400 hours of training at the Okanagan Valley College of Massage Therapy (Vernon), graduating at the top of her class in 2006. Prior to joining FORM Health Clinic Inc., Karin spent over five years treating patients at a clinic in North Nanaimo.

Prior to studying massage therapy, Karin earned her degree as a Chemical Engineer and worked in that capacity for 16 years. Karin has also worked as a sea kayaking guide, first aid instructor and served as a part-time firefighter and ski patroller. Additionally, she has experience in yoga, martial arts, running and cycling, and delights in the year-round gardening made possible by Nanaimo's mild climate.