REMEDIAL THERAPIES
There are a wide range of practices and approaches that may be included during a standard remedial consult, with a strong focus on Eastern therapies from Traditional Chinese Medicine. If you are interested in any particular modality, please advise at time of booking.
Myofascial Dry Needling
Using acupuncture needles, myofascial dry needling is a technique that helps to address issues within the muscles, tendons and fascia of the body. A fine needle is inserted directly into the point of effect, generally a trigger point, gentle stimulating a response within the tissues to address pain and dysfunction.
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Dry Needling is NOT acupuncture! Acupuncture works with the Meridians of the body, as in Chinese Medicine practice. It is a modern approach to a beautiful traditional technique that can be hugely beneficial to reduce pain and increase movement.
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Post-sporting event recovery, myofascial pain syndrome, tendon repair
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NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:
Bleeding disorders, pregnancy, cancer, clients on blood thinners
Hot Stone Therapy
Using pre-heated basalt stones, Hot Stone Therapy aids in relaxing your body by bringing blood flow and warmth to the skin and muscles. A range of different sized and shaped stones are used for the back and glutes, legs, arms, toes and face.
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This therapy is deeply relaxing and may help with pain, sleep, stress, muscle spasms and tension.
RECOMMENDED FOR:
Cold and tense muscles, poor circulation, aching body, generalised fatigue
NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:
Pregnancy, breaks in the skin
Gua Sha
Gua Sha - to "make red" uses smooth flat stones or flat resin shapes to repeatedly 'scrape' the skin in order to relieve pain or tension and to improve circulation.
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Gua Sha is one of the most ancient forms of Chinese Medicine. It is commonly used on the arms (especially forearms), between the shoulder blades and spine and along the neck. This technique may cause slight bruising or bleeding as capillaries may be broken when applied.
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Tight neck and shoulders, tense forearms, menopause, neuropathy, autoimmune disorders
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NOT RECOMMENDED FOR:
Bleeding disorders, pregnancy, cancer, clients on blood thinners, clints with thin skin
Chronic Pain and Oncology Massage
The Chronic Pain/Oncology Massage technique is a gentle, rhythmic approach that works with the lymphatic flow of the body to promote deep respite and relaxation for the nervous system. Using Organic oils infused with essential oils, this offering is slow and relaxing, and deeply powerful.
A cancer diagnosis and the common treatment approaches for cancer, such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiotherapy, can have a significant impact upon an individual. This beautiful massage helps to remind your nervous system to rest and relax, in order to encourage the natural healing capabilities of the body to support you in your journey back to health.
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Oncology clients, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, chronic pain, chronic disease,
For more information, visit Oncology Massage Australia
Scar Tissue Release
Scar Tissue Release is a powerful technique that is used to reduce the visibility, sensation, pain, and desensitization caused by scar tissue.
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Scar tissue can be found anywhere there has been an injury, surgery or other damage in the body. It can be present both internally and externally and can have a range of impacts on the affected area. Scar tissue release therapy can be of great benefit from 8 weeks post-surgery.
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Cesarean section, hysterectomy, spinal surgery, mastectomy, amputations, laparoscopic surgery
Reflexology
Working with the body's subtle flow of energy through the Meridians, Reflexology works through points on the feet that align with organs, tissues and other key parts of the body.
Reflexology is an ancient form of physical therapy that has long been documented as a wellness practice. It is safe for anybody to receive, even if you have ticklish feet! Reflexology will often be coupled with other modalities during a session, It is highly energetic in nature so you will feel incredibly revived just by receiving work on the feet.,
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Poor circulation, peripheral neuropathy (post-chemotherapy), pregnancy, oncology clients, other disorders of the foot and ankle, plantar fasciitis
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle massage technique that employs a rhythmic pumping action to stimulate the movement of lymph through the body, encouraging improved circulation and drainage of lymph, and gently detoxing the body. Oil is not used during this part of the treatment,
This technique is encouraged if you are post-cancer (particularly if lymph nodes were removed), following surgery, and if you have swelling of any kind. It can also be a great option if you feel like you are constantly getting sick and need a 'boost' for your immune system.
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Post-cancer, pregnancy, post-surgery, lymphatic detoxification
Myofascial Cupping
Silicon or plastic vacuum-sealed cups are applied to regions of the body being treated. They can either be left stationary, or used in a gliding motion up and down the body to release fascia and tension within muscles,
A Traditional Chinese Medicine technique, this approach can be useful to break down trigger points with limited pain associated. It is also effective for tense and tight tissues which are causing movement restriction,
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Event recovery, sub-acute injury, fibromyalgia, myofascial pain syndrome, adhesions
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release is a gentle massage technique that works along the natural fascial lines of the body, releasing tension and pain and encouraging fascial softening.
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Fascia is a form of connective tissue that is present throughout the body. It wraps around muscles, tendons, nerves and ligaments, supporting them and giving them shape. It can be damaged, torn or disrupted just like muscles and tendons, and can become affected by lack of movement, dehydration and the cold. Fascial networks, called slings, are present in the body, which means an injury or tightness in one part of the body, may be released by focusing on the whole fascial sling rather than on just one location.
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Using the hands, the practitioner applies warmth, gentle pressure and stretch to the region of the body being worked on. The fascia responds by 'unwinding' from its tight and taut position into softness. This gentle technique may be felt throughout the body as the fascia continues to unwind following your session.
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RECOMMENDED FOR:
Pregnancy, myofascial pain syndrome, post-sporting events, sub-acute injury, fibromyalgia
