Tara

REGISTERED MASSAGE THERAPIST

Tara Pierce-Shuffield is a Registered Massage Therapist who is currently registered with the College of Massage Therapists of Ontario.

Tara

Meet Tara: Registered Massage Therapist in London, Ontario

Tara is an experienced Registered Massage Therapist providing evidence-based, patient-centred care exclusively at our Downtown London (423 Colborne Street) clinic. She graduated from the Accelerated Massage Therapy program at Fanshawe College in 2018 and brings nearly seven years of hands-on clinical experience treating pain, tension, and musculoskeletal dysfunction.

Tara uses a wide range of therapeutic techniques to help patients reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore balance. Her treatment style combines deep tissue therapy with gentle, targeted techniques that address the underlying causes of tension—not just the symptoms.

Warm, friendly, and highly attentive, Tara is known for creating a calm and supportive treatment environment. Outside the clinic, she enjoys yoga, reading, spending time with her two cats, and relaxing with games, movies, and music.

Clinical Treatment Approach

Tara integrates multiple hands-on techniques to create individualized, results-driven treatments, including:

  • Swedish massage
  • Deep tissue massage
  • Myofascial and fascial release
  • Therapeutic stretching
  • Cupping therapy (certified)
  • Trigger point release
  • Corrective and rehabilitative massage

She takes a holistic approach to care, focusing on how posture, stress, lifestyle, and movement patterns contribute to pain. Patients appreciate her ability to identify dysfunctional areas quickly and tailor each session to their specific needs.

Common Conditions Treated

Tara is currently accepting new patients for:

  • Neck, shoulder, and upper-back tension
  • Low back pain and hip tightness
  • Chronic muscle stiffness
  • Postural strain from desk or physical work
  • Stress-related tightness
  • Headaches and muscle tension patterns
  • General wellness and relaxation

Clinic Hours & Location

423 Colborne Street – Downtown London

  • Tuesday: 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Thursday: 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  • Two Saturdays per month: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Direct billing is available for most major insurance plans.

Chiropractic Care including
Cox® Technic Spinal Decompression

Comprehensive chiropractic care for spine, joint, muscle, and nerve conditions in London, Ontario. Our chiropractors provide evidence-based treatment to relieve pain, restore mobility, and prevent future injury. We specialize in gentle, precise spinal decompression using the Cox® Technic — a research-supported, non-surgical approach proven effective for sciatica, disc herniation, and chronic lower back pain.

Physiotherapy (Pelvic Health available at Wortley Village

Experienced Physiotherapists in London, ON providing rehabilitation to restore mobility, strength, and function after injury, surgery, or chronic pain. Includes Pelvic Health Physiotherapy for men and women.

Registered Massage Therapy (RMT)

Professional Registered Massage Therapy (RMT) to reduce pain, muscle tension, headaches, and stress. Trusted by London, ON residents for therapeutic and relaxation massage.

SHOCKWAVE
THERAPY

Fast, non-invasive treatment for chronic tendon and ligament conditions such as plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinopathy, and tennis elbow. Can be combined with Physiotherapy or Chiropractic care for faster recovery.

BIOFLEX® LASER
THERAPY

FDA- and Health Canada-approved Cold Laser Therapy using light energy to reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and accelerate healing for joint and soft tissue injuries.

ACUPUNCTURE
THERAPY

Gentle and effective relief for pain, migraines, back pain, fibromyalgia, and osteoarthritis. Offered by licensed Chiropractors and RMTs trained in evidence-based acupuncture.

CUSTOM ORTHOTICS &
COMPRESSION STOCKINGS

Professional foot assessments and custom orthotics to correct gait imbalances and relieve foot, knee, and hip pain. Compression stockings available for improved circulation and recovery.