Remedial Massage

This form of therapy is mainly used to help the body manage pain, correct postural & biomechanical dysfunctions, recover from injury, increase flexibility and break down scar tissue. Employing initial orthopaedic testing and a combination of techniques such as deep tissue massage, muscle energy technique, positional release, myofascial release, trigger point therapy and muscle shifting, it also incorporates stretching & strengthening exercises when needed. Remedial Massage is claimable with selected private health funds. Please speak to your health fund to see if you are eligible.

Relaxation Massage

Long flowing strokes & holistic pulsing are used to effectively manage stress, depression, anxiety and insomnia as well as relieving tension and headaches.  It can also stimulate the mind and improve circulation in the body, therefore promoting an improved lifestyle. This style of massage is often suitable as an initial starting point for those suffering from chronic pain syndromes such as fibromyalgia.

Pregnancy Massage

Remedial or relaxation, pregnancy massage usually involves releasing the tension build up in the shoulders and lower back usually associated with a constant changing body shape and altered weight bearing due to pregnancy. A special pregnancy cushion is used during massages to allow the mum-to-be to lie comfortably on her chest and stomach without adding any dangerous pressure to the unborn baby. If you've ever been pregnant, you would know what a luxury lying on your stomach can be. Please speak to one of our practitioners to see if you are suitable for pregnancy massage within your first trimester of your first pregnancy. Massage after this stage is highly beneficial to help achieve a more comfortable pregnancy.
 

Manual Lymphatic Drainage - the natural immune booster

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) was developed in the 1930’s by Emil Vodder, a Dutch Physiotherapist, and later modified to include other modalities such as massage and specific MLD exercise. Consisting of slow, gentle and directional strokes aimed towards the heart, this massage technique is specifically used to encourage pumping of the lymphatic system to drain the body of excess fluid.

As a non-medicinal immune system bolster, MLD speeds up the transportation of toxins and immune cells through the superficial lymphatic vessels to the nodes, which are mostly found in the underarms, neck and groin area. Used as a preventative measure to combating colds, flu and infection, MLD is an ideal alternative to drugs.

Additional benefits include transportation of dietary fats and vitamins from the gastrointestinal tract to the blood system, the reduction of pain perception, an indirect increase of muscle tone and relaxation. Common conditions suitable for the use of MLD also include water retention, pregnancy, stress, post-traumatic conditions, skin trauma, pre/post surgery, constipation, acne, lethargy and chronic fatigue syndrome.