rEMEDIAL Massage
What is remedial massage?
Massage Therapy is one of the oldest forms of therapy known to man. It continues to grow in popularity because it is considered safe and effective and respects the body’s natural healing powers. Massage goes as far back in history as the existence of man. It is probably the oldest form of medical treatment and has been used throughout history.
In the 18th and 19th centuries, massage grew in popularity in Europe under the influence of a Swede, and thus ‘Swedish Massage’ was founded. By the end of the 19th century, massage was a popular medical treatment frequently used by eminent surgeons, cardiologists and physicians. Massage was used extensively during the First World War to treat nerve injury and shell shock.
What is A MASSAGE THERAPIST?
Our massage therapists in Elwood and Boronia have been trained in anatomy, massage therapy techniques, first aid, and CPR. They apply their massage techniques using the hands or other parts of the arm to positively affect their clients’ health and well-being.
A massage therapist can help on a physical, mental and emotional level.
- Physical: Massage therapy is designed to stretch and loosen muscles, improve blood flow and the movement of lymph throughout the body, facilitate the removal of metabolic wastes resulting from exercise or inactivity, and increase the flow of oxygen and nutrients to cells and tissue. In addition, massage stimulates the release of endorphins — the body’s natural painkiller — into the brain and nervous system.
- Mental: Massage therapy provides a relaxed state of alertness, reduces mental stress and enhances the capacity for calm thinking and creativity.
- Emotional: Massage therapy satisfies the need for a caring and nurturing touch, creates a feeling of well-being and reduces anxiety levels.
yOUR CONSULT
Your relaxation starts as you enter our Elwood or Boronia clinics and sit down in a relaxing environment to complete a brief questionnaire.
An initial consultation will then involve a brief discussion regarding your needs, desires and any relevant medical history to ensure safety before commencing your treatment. Your aches and pains will then be eased away as you relax in the quiet surroundings of our clinical rooms.
MYOTHERAPY
What is a myotherapist?
“Myo” is Greek for muscle, and a Myotherapist is a muscle therapist. They treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Several contributing factors, such as sporting or occupational injuries, surgical procedures, poor posture or incorrect biomechanical functioning, may cause these conditions.
Myotherapists are multi-skilled practitioners whose treatments focus on the preventative, corrective and rehabilitative phases of therapy to maintain and achieve the normal integrity of the muscles in the body.
Myotherapists use a wide variety of techniques to help reduce pain and regain normal muscular function, which may include;
Assisted stretching
Dry needling
Exercise advice
Joint mobilisation
Movement and strength analysis
Myofascial cupping
Pain education
Postural analysis
Soft tissue massage and mobilisation
Why see a myotherapist?
Myotherapy may assist in the symptoms of many conditions such as:
Arthritis Pain
Asthma
Back Pain
Carpel Tunnel Symptoms
Disease Preventing Proper Muscle Function
Fibromyalgia
Foot Pain
Joint Pain
Menstrual Cramps
Migraines & Headaches
Muscle Spasms & Cramps
Neck & Shoulder Pain & Tightness
Reduced Muscle Strength / Range of Motion
Sciatica
Sports Injuries
Tension from Stress
TMJ Dysfunction
Whiplash
yOUR CONSULT
The consult will usually involve a thorough assessment, where the therapist will ask questions relating to your goals and assess the movement of your joints and the strength of specific muscles.
Your therapist will provide you with information about your condition and advice on appropriate exercises and stretches, hot and cold therapy, taping or activities to avoid. Your therapist may use various hands-on techniques to decrease pain and restore normal mobility.
Whilst Myotherapy techniques can be powerful, they can also be quite gentle, and through the consultation, the therapist will ensure you are comfortable.
Initial consultations are 60 minutes. A review consultation may be between 30-60 minutes, depending on the complexity of your condition.
Stay Tuned offers remedial massage services in both our Elwood and Boronia Wellness Centres. For additional information please call the clinic directly.