Tatyana Rac, RMT

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Tatyana Rac, RMT

Massage Therapist - Edmonton

Tatyana completed her 2,200-hour massage therapy program at MH Vicars in Edmonton in 2015, then opened her clinic’s doors (The Walnut Tree Massage Therapy & Wellness) only two weeks after graduation. She specializes in general massage therapy, prenatal massage, cupping, and lymph drainage therapy. Her passion lies in helping clients alleviate pain from its source using massage and is pleased to be a member of the Boost Physio team. The clinic is LGBTQ2S+ friendly and all bodies are welcome in our inclusive, non-discriminatory safe space! Tatyana operates as The Walnut Tree Massage Therapy

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