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Myotherapy treatment for RSI | Melbourne Combined Natural Therapies

What is RSI? RSI is an overuse injury, it happens from repetition of the same [...]

30
Aug

Corporate Massage Melbourne

Corporate Massage Melbourne Corporate massage programs are part of broader employee wellness initiatives, aimed at [...]

21
Aug

Low Level Laser For Back Pain

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT), also known as cold laser therapy or photobiomodulation, is a non-invasive [...]

15
Aug

Is Massage Important For Runners?

Running has become a really popular activity over the past couple of decades, with tracks [...]

01
Aug

What is the Difference Between Massage And Remedial Massage?

This is a very common question! Massage and remedial massage are both forms of manual [...]

30
Aug

Lower Leg Pain Treatment

Lower Leg Pain Treatment At Melbourne Natural Therapies, we provide effective remedial massage treatment for [...]

07
Jul

What is Myofascial Pain?

Myofascial pain is chronic pain in the body. Myo means muscle, and fascial means fascia [...]

24
Apr

Lower Back Pain and Remedial Massage

Lower Back Pain Lower back pain is the primary reason clients visit our therapists here [...]

24
Apr

The Ultimate Guide to Pregnancy Massage

While pregnancy is an amazing time in a woman’s life, it frequently comes with several [...]

24
Apr

SPORTS INJURY RECOVERY

SPORTS INJURY RECOVERY We see a lot of sports injuries at Melbourne Combined Natural [...]

21
Mar

How Chronic Pain Affects Emotional Wellbeing

Navigating through prolonged discomfort can indeed take a toll on your emotional wellbeing. Whether it’s [...]

17
Mar

Reduce The Chance Injuries With Remedial Massage

Reducing the Risk of Injury Remedial Massage can be used as an essential tool in [...]

23
Jan

Massage For Anxiety

Disclaimer: Massage can be a very important and powerful addition to treatment for sufferers of [...]

23
Jan

What's The Difference Between Acute And Chronic Pain

Arthritis Pain And Remedial Massage | Melbourne Natural Therapies

What is Arthritis? | Arthritis Pain And Remedial Massage The term arthritis is used to [...]

23
Jan

Myotherapy and Dry Needling for Tennis Elbow

What is Tennis Elbow and what causes it? Tennis Elbow is the common name for [...]

21
Jan

Myotherapy and Dry Needling For TMJD Issues

What is TMJD TMJD stands for Temporomandibular Joint disorder. It is a painful condition that [...]

19
Jan

Myotherapy For Headaches

Myotherapy For Headaches A large percentage of our population suffer from headaches these days due [...]

28
Dec

How to prepare for a massage

Swedish massage and other types of massages are generally used to treat physical pain and [...]

21
Dec

How Long Do Cupping Marks Last?

What is Cupping? Cupping, a traditional Chinese technique and one of the oldest forms of [...]

15
Nov

Corporate Health And The Benefits Of Corporate Massage

The corporate world is changing. Companies care more and are starting to act on trying [...]

11
Nov

What's The Difference Between Acupuncture And Dry Needling

Why Does Dry Needling Hurt?

The more dry needling is studied, the more we understand it. It’s becoming a great [...]

26
Oct

Health and Wellbeing at Home And Work

Are you returning to work from home in Melbourne? Struggling to adapt to changing conditions? [...]

10
Oct

The Average Cost Of A Massage In Melbourne, Australia

Massage is extremely beneficial for lots of reasons. But as with most holistic treatments, some [...]

06
Oct

Headache Treatment | Remedial Massage

Headaches are extremely common, with more than 6 million Australians experiencing some form of headaches [...]

14
Sep

Remedial Massage For Better Posture

What Does Posture Mean? The term ‘posture’ is often misunderstood. Many people for example, think [...]

05
Sep

Back Pain Treatment – Remedial Massage

Humans have made major leaps in medical science in the last few decades, however finding [...]

02
Sep

Myotherapy & Remedial Massage For Shin Splints

Shin Splints, medically referred to as “medial tibial stress syndrome” is a general name given [...]

30
Aug

Remedial Massage For Lower Back Pain

Remedial Massage For Lower Back Pain Some statistics show that 80% of adults will experience [...]

29
Aug

Hot Stones With Remedial Massage, Great For Melbourne’s Cold Months!

Hot Stones With Remedial Massage | Increased muscular tension during the colder months is a [...]

14
Aug

How Myotherapy Can Help

Muscle pain and dysfunction is extremely common in the modern world, however it can be [...]

01
Aug

What is Alexander technique?

Alexander technique educates you on how to use your body more effectively to reduce pain [...]

22
Jul

Alexander Technique Lessons, What To Expect?

An Alexander technique lesson usually involves some practice of upright movements such as standing, sitting, [...]

18
Jul

Remedial Massage For Winter Aches And Pains

Remedial Massage In Winter With the Melbourne winter truly upon us we thought it might [...]

20
Jun

Should I Book Remedial or Deep Tissue Massage?

Remedial Massage vs Deep Tissue Regardless of if you are experiencing muscle tightness, aches or [...]

15
Jun

Remedial Massage For Sports

Playing sport or going to the gym can be a fun way to keep fit [...]

04
Feb

What Is Remedial Massage And How Can It Help?

Many people are familiar with the benefits of regular relaxation massage and how it can [...]

13
Sep

What Is Frozen Shoulder?

What Is Frozen Shoulder? So, what is frozen shoulder? It’s important to first understand the [...]

08
Sep

Carpal Tunnel Syndome Treatment

While advances in modern-day technology such as computers, iPads and assembly line machinery have made [...]

01
Sep

Natural Therapy Health Insurance And Rebate Guide

As of 30 June 2021, nearly 14 million people had some form of private health [...]

30
Aug

Is It Normal To Be Sore After Remedial Massage?

Remedial massage is an allied health treatment that assesses and treats many musculoskeletal disorders and [...]

31
Jul

Remedial Massage For Stress Relief

With our modern lifestyle, demands and pressures many people experience excessive levels of stress on [...]

21
Jul

Hydration and Movement, Why Both Are So Important…

Of course we all know that water is good for us, but many people don’t [...]

19
Jul

The History of Yoga And How It’s Key Benefits Are Still Used Today

Yoga, an immensely popular form of stretch, exercise, and relaxation in the modern world, holds [...]

16
Jun

Remedial Massage After Knee Replacement

The Structure Of The Knee The knee is a very complex joint and takes high [...]

08
Jun

Start Your Day Right with Morning Yoga Stretches

The way you start your morning can have a profound impact the rest of your [...]

05
Jun

Relieve Stress – Self Care Tips

Stress is a major issue in Australia with an estimated 13% or 2.4 million Australians aged [...]

10
May

The Difference Between Myotherapy And Physiotherapy

RSI Treatment | Remedial Massage

Recent statistics show that up to 60% of all work-related injuries can be attributed to [...]

05
May

What Is Seasonal Affective Disorder? Can We Treat It?

It’s quite normal to feel a little lethargic, depressed and sleepy when the weather is [...]

03
May

Remedial Massage For Plantar Fasciitis

Remedial massage is a safe and effective treatment option for plantar fasciitis, however it is [...]

02
May

Remedial Massage for Back Pain | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Back pain is a major issue in the modern world; in fact it is one [...]

27
Apr

How Cold Weather Affects Your Muscles

Muscle pain is a very common problem in cold weather. It doesn’t matter if you [...]

27
Apr

Self Stress Management

In the modern world most of us experience some form of stress on a regular [...]

26
Mar

Stretches For Knee Pain

You don’t have to be a marathon runner to suffer from knee pain, it can [...]

24
Feb

What Does Private Health Cover?

Many people call us questioning what their private health will cover? This is a difficult [...]

18
Feb

Neck Pain? Remedial Massage Can Help…

Neck pain is very common in the modern world due to long periods or inactivity [...]

16
Feb

What Is Cupping? What Can It Treat?

Cupping is a form of natural therapy that involves placing plastic or glass cups on [...]

10
Feb

Some Of The Effects From Massage

Massage Research Many people who receive regular massage know first hand the positive effects it [...]

03
Feb

Remedial Massage Benefits

Remedial massage is different to other types of massage as it provides many additional benefits [...]

02
Feb

Remedial Massage for Runners

Many runners experience tension in the muscles of the leg and foot, restricted range of [...]

11
Jan

Remedial Massage For Achilles Tendinopathy

What Is Achilles Tendinopath? In general achilles tendinopathy is caused by overusing the lower leg [...]

02
Jan

Can Sitting Down Too Long Cause Back Pain?

Sitting for prolonged periods of time is commonplace in the modern home and office environment. [...]

02
Dec

Jaw Pain? Remedial Massage Can Help…

Remedial Massage For Jaw Pain We have many people contact us seeking remedial massage [...]

30
Nov

Remedial Massage Treatment For Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)

Remedial Massage For Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness or DOMS is experienced [...]

22
Nov

Remedial Massage For Neck Pain

The neck is an extremely complex part of the body, comprising many nerves, muscles, veins, [...]

18
Nov

Restless Leg Syndrome

What Is Restless Leg Syndrome? Restless Leg Syndrome is an issue that results in twitchy [...]

09
Nov

Laser For Back Pain

Back pain is a major issue in the modern world, affecting 70-80% of Australians at [...]

04
Nov

Deep Tissue Massage | Will I be Sore After The Session?

Deep tissue massage is a type of therapeutic massage that uses deeper pressure and slow [...]

25
Oct

Self Care in Spring | Managing Hay Fever

Spring is a welcome relief for many in Melbourne after a long Winter! With the [...]

13
Oct

A Guide to Bad Posture

What Is Bad Posture? Have you been told your posture is bad? What does that [...]

17
Sep

Stress and Exercise

Stress is a common aspect of life, and in small amounts is often necessary to [...]

04
Sep

What is Good Posture?

Many people that come into our clinics believe they have bad posture. Poor posture can [...]

04
Sep

Immune Health and Nutrition

We’re all familiar with the popular adage: ‘we are what we eat’. A fundamental aspect [...]

26
Aug

Glute Bridge Exercise

The glute or shoulder bridge exercise is a staple of many exercise forms from Pilates, [...]

13
Jul

Downward Facing Dog

Start in a 4 point kneel, toes tucked under. Sit back towards the heels and [...]

29
Jun

Bodyweight Squats

When the body is unbalanced during bodyweight squats there can be undue load on certain [...]

22
Jun

Bird Dog Core Exercise

Bird dog is a core exercise used in many forms of exercise from yoga to [...]

15
Jun

Traps Exercise

Place your hands on your hips with the fingertips pointing down. Ensure the shoulder is [...]

03
Jun

Strengthening Around The Knee Joint

The knee joint is primarily a hinge joint. Simplified, the quadriceps, a group of muscles [...]

27
May

Sit Up Straighter More Easily | Seated Exercise

Roll up onto the sit bones by imagining a little more space between your pubic [...]

18
May

Standing Pilates | Pilates Skier Exercise

From standing, fold at the hip, knee and ankle joints into a small squat position [...]

15
May

Shoulder Exercises For External Rotation

When the arms are held forward of the body for extended periods as they often [...]

27
Apr

Spiky Ball Routine For The Upper Body

Alleviating upper back, neck and shoulder pain with a spiky ball or similar, is an [...]

22
Apr

Preventing Forward Head Posture | Neck Strength

Sitting or standing upright, with the torso stacked above the pelvis, slide the head backwards, [...]

21
Apr

Seated Stretches For Desk Workers

Long periods of sitting typically causes pain and discomfort in the neck, shoulders and lower [...]

16
Apr

Ankle Strength Exercise

Weak ankles may put you at increased risk of injury due to problems with balance, [...]

13
Apr

Cupping and Remedial Massage | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Cupping and Remedial Massage Myofascial cupping or ‘cupping’ is a traditional treatment modality that is [...]

07
Apr

Shoulder Strength Exercises

A poor desk set-up, stiff and inflexible bodies, poor body awareness, too much time spent [...]

01
Apr

How Does Remedial Massage Work?

Massage is an effective form of treatment that has been used by humans for centuries [...]

10
Mar

Sciatic Pain Treatment with Remedial Massage

Remedial Massage For Sciatic Pain Sciatica pain is a common issue that can cause pain [...]

09
Mar

Myotherapy for Injuries

Myotherapy is a type of physical therapy that is used to provide relief and treatment [...]

05
Mar

Remedial Massage To Manage Aches And Pains

Muscle aches and pains are part of life unfortunately. A human body contains more than [...]

26
Feb

Is Sitting Down Too Long At The Office The Cause Of Your Back Pain?

Chairs, whether office chairs, lab chairs, school chairs, home chairs or sofas are meant to [...]

26
Feb

Deep Tissue vs Remedial Massage

Complementary and alternative medicines (CAM) have become very popular forms healthcare in Melbourne in the [...]

24
Feb

Back Pain Treatment | A Safe Option

What Is Lower Back Pain? Lower back pain is considered to be pain in the [...]

24
Feb

Remedial Massage For Rolled Shoulders

Our therapists at MCNT treat many clients with symptoms such as neck / shoulder pain [...]

17
Feb

Fibromyalgia, What Is It?

‘Fibromyalgia’, ‘Fibrositis’ or ‘Fibromyalgia Syndrome’ refers to a disease that causes pain in the soft [...]

17
Feb

Headache Treatment, How We Can Help

For more than 6 million Aussies who suffer from common headaches and migraines, taking pain-relieving [...]

14
Feb

Apps To Help You Manage Your Health

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is straightforward: it involves enjoying a balanced, nutritious diet, staying active, [...]

30
Jan

Is Massage Safe During Pregnancy?

An aching back, a heavy belly, an emotional rollercoaster – these are some of the [...]

21
Jan

Cupping Benefits & Common Questions

Cupping therapy is undoubtedly one of the oldest and most widely practiced forms of alternative [...]

15
Jan

Massage | The History

Massage has been an integral part of the global healthcare system for centuries. Records from [...]

06
Jan

Shoulder Injuries | Remedial Massage

Our shoulder is an extremely complex parts of our body. The shoulder is made up [...]

23
Dec

Wry Neck Treatment and Maintenance | A Few Tips

What is Wry Neck? People who sit at a desk or in front of a [...]

18
Dec

Cupping | What Does It Do And What Are The Benefits?

Cupping therapy is probably one of the oldest forms of manual therapy used by humans [...]

16
Dec

remedial massage and myotherapy melbourne

Myotherapy vs Remedial Massage

Myotherapy vs Remedial Massage This is a question that confuses many of our clients (and [...]

16
Dec

Remedial Massage To Help Your Posture

This is a difficult question! It really depends on how you define the term “posture” [...]

09
Dec

Myotherapy Benefits

Myotherapists treat many things, from clients suffering from neck and back pain, joint pains, postural [...]

27
Nov

How Remedial Massage Can Help Runners

In the world of athletics in general, but running in particular, stamina, muscle strength, endurance, [...]

25
Nov

The Benefits of Pregnancy Massage

At Melbourne Natural Therapies, we offer pre and post-natal pregnancy massage by qualified practitioners which [...]

25
Nov

Cupping With Remedial Massage

We provide remedial massage and myotherapy treatment in both our Sothbank and Melbourne CBD clinics. [...]

22
Nov

Remedial Massage for Frozen Shoulder

In the last decade, many clients are coming in complaining of pain, stiffness, and restricted [...]

20
Nov

Remedial Massage And Health Fund Rebates

Do you use health fund rebates for remedial massage? Have you been using your policy [...]

12
Nov

What Is The Difference Between Myotherapy And Physiotherapy?

The field of manual therapy has come a long way in the past century; it [...]

06
Nov

Frozen Shoulder | How Cupping Can Help

Frozen shoulder is a common condition that is referred to medically as”adhesive capsulitis“. It is [...]

04
Nov

Remedial Massage For Hip Replacement Recovery

Hip replacement surgery is a very common option for people suffering from hip degeneration and [...]

01
Nov

Corporate Massage, What Is It?

In the last few years, research into stress and how to be more proactive at [...]

30
Oct

Myotherapy And Physiotherapy | The Difference

Chronic pain originating from musculoskeletal issues have become very common, thanks to the sedentary lifestyle, [...]

27
Oct

What Is Yoga | How It’s Key Benefits Are Still Used Today

The word “yoga” is derived from the ancient Sanskrit term “yug” which translates to “unite”, [...]

21
Oct

Myotherapy, What Is It? And How Does It Work?

The word “myo” is Greek in origin and means “muscle”, while “therapy” means “treatment”; therefore [...]

14
Oct

What Are The Different Types Of Stretching?

Whether you are a professional runner, novice weight lifter or you participate in any kind [...]

14
Oct

Sternocleidomastoid, What Is It?

Look to your left. Now look to your right. Look at the floor. Now tilt [...]

28
Sep

What Is The Difference Between Myotherapy And Physiotherapy?

The field of manual therapy has come a long way in the past century; it [...]

24
Sep

The History Of Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy, more commonly known as “cupping” certainly came into the limelight recently after American [...]

09
Sep

Back Pain? Try Low Level Laser

Low level laser therapy (LLLT) offers new hope to people living with chronic back pain. [...]

02
Sep

Can You Massage The Ankle?

Our feet are often the most neglected part of our body, which seems very unfair [...]

21
Aug

Myotherapy, What Is It?

Chronic pain originating from musculoskeletal dysfunctions/disorder (injuries that affect movement and mobility) is the leading [...]

12
Aug

How Myotherapy Can Help With Sports Injuries

Everyone can benefit from regular exercise/sport and the many physical, social, and psychological benefits exercise [...]

05
Aug

Knots, What Are They And What Can I Do About Them?

There are more than 400 different muscles in the human body which account for around [...]

29
Jul

Shoulder Impingement: Everything You Need to Know

Shoulder pain is very common; in fact, it is the third most common musculoskeletal disorder [...]

15
Jul

Myotherapy Sessions And What To Expect?

Unlike other forms of massage, Myotherapy is performed by highly trained professionals. Myotherapists undergo extensive [...]

01
Jul

What Are Knots?

Muscles make up around 40% of our body weight and play an important role in [...]

24
Jun

Quad Stretch | Stretches for Tight Legs

Quadriceps Stretch | The big muscles of the legs can benefit from a routine quadriceps [...]

17
Jun

Deep Tissue Massage, Why Does It Hurt?

Much like any other massage, such as relaxation massage or Swedish massage, deep tissue massage [...]

14
Jun

A Guide To Sports Massage Techniques

Professional athletes who compete at a high level are well aware of the importance of [...]

12
Jun

Hip & Glute Stretch

This stretch is recommended for those with a posterior pelvic tilt and may work well [...]

07
Jun

What Is Jaw Clicking / TMJ

Jaw clicking or popping – refers to a clicking/popping sound from the jaw, sometimes accompanied [...]

05
Jun

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) | What Is It?

Those who are new to the fitness world might not be familiar with the term [...]

29
May

Psoas Stretch

This psoas stretch is ideal for those with an anterior pelvic tilt or an overly [...]

24
May

Arthritis Symptoms And How To Treat Them

How to Treat Arthritis

Although ‘arthritis’ is a common term that we hear in our daily lives, most of [...]

22
May

Triceps Stretch | Easy Arm Stretches

The triceps are what we call the muscles that run down the back of your [...]

20
May

Bursitis In Shoulders | Symptoms And Treatment

The term ‘bursitis’ refers to the inflammation of the bursa – a small slippery cushioning [...]

06
May

Shoulder Rolls | Super Simple Shoulder Stretches

Stretching regularly doesn't need to be difficult or even require time set aside each day. [...]

01
May

What Does Myotherapy Mean?

Musculoskeletal pain such as neck pain, lower back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain, arthritis, sciatica, [...]

29
Apr

Upper Back Stretch

Pain in the mid to upper back can be caused by a multitude of reasons; [...]

12
Apr

What Are Knots?

Muscle knots aka myofascial trigger points (MTPs) are painful small bundles of muscle fibres within [...]

08
Apr

Simple Neck Stretches for Office Workers

Scalenes Stretch

We absolutely encourage gentle stretches of the neck in order to relieve pain and feelings [...]

25
Mar

What Is Scoliosis And How Can I Manage The Pain?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] How Exercises & Myotherapy Can Alleviate the Pain The spine, also termed as “vertebral [...]

25
Mar

What Are The Benefits Of Remedial Massage?

Massage, in general, is an effective way to calm the nerves and relax the body. [...]

20
Mar

Piriformis Stretch

Piriformis is a muscle lying obliquely from the back of the femur, or thigh bone [...]

13
Mar

Is It Normal To Be Sore After A Deep Tissue Massage?

Ideally a good massage should leave you feeling relaxed, rejuvenated and full of energy, but [...]

12
Mar

Sternocleidomastoid | Neck Stretch

Gently stretching the muscles surrounding the cervical spine (our neck) can help to improve our [...]

07
Mar

Steps to Better Posture For Office Workers

Do you think you have poor posture? Do you think your desk is to blame? [...]

04
Mar

Side Bend Stretch | Back Stretches

The side bend stretch is a great stretch for the whole side of the body [...]

27
Feb

Self Massage For Office Workers

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Have you ever complained that work is literally a pain in the neck?! Many [...]

25
Feb

Upper Back Pain | What Are The Common Causes Of Upper Back Pain?

Back pain is a common problem experienced by many Australians; in fact 1 in 6 [...]

18
Feb

Pec Stretch | Stretches For Rounded Shoulders

Doing a pec stretch regularly can be a great option for modern workers. A common [...]

06
Feb

Remedial Massage For Shin Splints

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Whether you are an amateur dancer, a conditioned tennis player, a professional runner or [...]

04
Feb

Compartment Syndrome | What Is It?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] What Is Compartment Syndrome? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment Each group of muscles, blood vessels, [...]

30
Jan

Pilates Roll Down | Back Stretch For Extensor Muscle Group

This is a great stretch to do several times a day to relieve tightness in [...]

24
Jan

Remedial Massage For Disk Bulge

While there are a myriad of spinal disc related injuries/issues that can cause severe pain [...]

14
Jan

Calf Stretches For Tight Muscles

The calves can often become tight and when they do they can become quite uncomfortable [...]

11
Jan

Benefits of Remedial Massage for Cyclists

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Tight muscles can be caused by a range of things, from poor posture, repetitive [...]

01
Jan

LOW LEVEL LASER FOR CARPAL TUNNEL

Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a painful, and progressive nerve-related disorder of the hand caused [...]

17
Dec

Hamstring Stretches | Key to Injury Prevention

The hamstrings are actually 3 individual muscles which run down the back of your thigh. [...]

12
Dec

What Is Wry Neck And How Is It Treated?

The neck is an extremely important part of the human anatomy as it performs the [...]

30
Nov

What’s The Difference Between Acute And Chronic Pain?

Pain is an uncomfortable, unpleasant sensation generally indicating injury or an issue with the body. [...]

19
Nov

What’s The Difference Between Acupuncture And Dry Needling?

It’s quite common to experience mild muscular pain after you workout, do housework, play sports, [...]

12
Nov

Levator Scapulae Stretch | Excellent Neck Stretch For Computer Workers

This Levator Scapulae Stretch can be used daily to maintain flexibility in the neck.

08
Nov

Forearm Flexor & Extensor Stretches | Great For Desk Workers

Forearm stretches are really important for anyone doing repetitive work, especially desk workers and people [...]

07
Nov

Cat Cow Stretch | Great For Relieving Back And Shoulder Tension

The cat cow stretch is a slow gentle movement through 2 poses that helps with [...]

07
Nov

Adductor Stretch | Great Hip Stretch For Flexibility

Adductor tension is a very common problem these days and as such it is important [...]

07
Nov

Dry Needling For Sports Injury Recovery

Athletes are always in search of treatment techniques that can help them recover from sports-related [...]

29
Oct

Treatment For Desk Injuries | What Are The Options?

A significant percentage of medical conditions such as nerve disorders, muscle disorders, and tendon disorders [...]

22
Oct

Remedial Massage For Office Workers

Working long, tiring hours at a desk can be a potential source of the intense [...]

27
Sep

Low Level Laser Therapy for Injury Recovery

Musculoskeletal injuries such as torn muscles and ligaments, inflammation, aches, strains, and pains can be [...]

19
Sep

The Difference Between Physiotherapy and Myotherapy

What’s the difference between physiotherapy and myotherapy? This is one of the most common questions [...]

11
Sep

Myotherapy For Dancers | Melbourne Natural Therapies

While all forms of dance demand active participation, stamina, strength and flexibility, the level of [...]

20
Aug

Pregnancy Massage For Headaches

Pregnancy Massage For Headaches A woman’s body goes through a lot of physical, physiological, emotional, [...]

09
Jul

Myotherapy For Neck And Shoulder Pain | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Myotherapy For Neck And Shoulder Pain The head and shoulder region comprises many complex and [...]

02
Jul

Remedial Massage For Back Pain | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Remedial Massage For Back Pain Back pain or more specifically lower back pain (LBP) is [...]

25
Jun

What Is Myotherapy? | Melbourne Natural Therapies

What Is Myotherapy? Musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is something everyone will experience at some point [...]

04
Jun

LOOKING AFTER YOURSELF THROUGH WINTER

Looking After Yourself Through Winter Dealing with bone-chilling winds and cold / damp can be [...]

23
May

Remedial Sports Massage

Remedial Massage For Sports People Whether you like playing indoor games or you have more [...]

14
May

MYOTHERAPY VS PHYSIOTHERAPY | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Myotherapy vs Physiotherapy Although Myotherapy and Physiotherapy can be used to treat the same issues, [...]

02
May

Can Myotherapy Help Maintain Physical Health? | MCNT

Today’s highly stressful lifestyle requires us to make sure we maintain our physical and mental [...]

18
Apr

REMEDIAL MASSAGE FOR RSI | Melbourne Natural Therapies

What is RSI? | Remedial Massage For RSI Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), as the name [...]

14
Mar

Effective Knee Pain Treatment | Low Level Laser Therapy

Since the knee joint is one of the most complex joints in our whole body, [...]

04
Mar

Yoga Melbourne | 3 Surprising Evidence-Based Benefits

14/02/2018

Yoga is more than just stretching and working out, it is a great addition to [...]

Myotherapy For Neck Pain Treatment | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Myotherapy For Neck Pain The neck and cervical spine is the most mobile part of [...]

14
Feb

Remedial Massage for Leg Pain | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Remedial Massage for Leg Pain Leg pain can be sharp, dull, tingling or stabbing [...]

02
Jan

How Remedial Massage Can Help Back Pain | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Although poor posture, impinged nerves, inflammation and disk bulges are often considered the primary [...]

07
Dec

An Overview Of Qualifications We Require | Remedial Massage Melbourne

Working as a Melbourne based remedial massage therapist requires more than just skills, our massage therapists [...]

31
Oct

Knee Pain – Remedial Massage Treatment Vs Surgery

Knee pain is often associated with the elderly or people who are extremely active [...]

26
Oct

Pregnancy Massage & Remedial Massage

Although the goals of both a regular remedial massage and a pregnancy massage are [...]

16
Oct

Anxiety and Depression | Remedial Massage Melbourne

Remedial Massages can serve as valuable additions to a comprehensive treatment plan that includes [...]

09
Oct

Common Treatments | Remedial Massage Melbourne

Whether it is the impaired/damaged muscles or the tendons that are causing the pain [...]

28
Sep

Yoga Melbourne | HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST YOGA CLASS

Just as there are so many variations and hybrids of yoga, there are hundreds [...]

25
Sep

Pain That Can Be Treated With Remedial Massage

Although most people can benefit from a regular relaxation or remedial massage, there are [...]

25
Sep

Yoga and Massage Treatment | Melbourne Natural Therapies

The ultimate goal of remedial massage is to release tight muscles, maximise your function [...]

18
Sep

Achilles Tendonitis and Remedial Massage

The achilles tendon is one of the biggest and strongest tendons in the body [...]

18
Sep

Benefits of Yoga | Melbourne Natural Therapies

At Melbourne Natural Therapies we have started offering yoga classes. The reason we have [...]

14
Sep

Yoga Is Coming | Yoga Melbourne Natural Therapies!

Yoga Melbourne We are pleased to announce that from late September we will be including [...]

05
Sep

Yoga & Massage – A Winning Combination | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Although in theory, yoga & massage are two very distinct modalities, in practice, both of [...]

05
Sep

WHAT IS YOGA? | Melbourne Natural Therapies

There is no simple answer to the question ” what is yoga? “; you can [...]

31
Aug

Pregnancy and Massage – Melbourne Combined Natural Therapies

For many women, trimester two is the most exciting and comfortable time of their pregnancy [...]

28
Aug

New Yoga And Pilates Classes | Our Schedule

At Melbourne Combined Natural Therapies, we have been running small group mat Pilates for a [...]

22
Aug

Common Conditions That Can Be Treated

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] All of our bones and muscles are surrounded by compact, tough tissue called Myofascia. [...]

21
Aug

First Trimester Pregnancy Massage | Melbourne Natural Therapies

First Trimester Pregnancy Massage Trimester One is an exciting time which sees the beginning of [...]

17
Aug

What Are The Benefits | Pregnancy Massage Melbourne

The Benefits | Pregnancy Massage Melbourne Pregnancy is a special time in the life of [...]

10
Aug

How Can Pregnancy Massage Help You? | Melbourne Natural Therapies

How Can Pregnancy Massage Help You? Once a preferred alternative therapy option for a limited [...]

31
Jul

Low Level Laser Therapy And Remedial Massage | MCNT

Low Level Laser Therapy And Remedial Massage LLLT is and excellent addition to remedial [...]

20
Jul

Is Pregnancy Massage Safe? | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Is Pregnancy Massage Safe? Pregnancy is a very exciting and sometimes challenging time in a [...]

17
Jul

Your Postural Health Goals | Remedial Massage Melbourne CBD

Your Postural Health Goals Like all forms of treatment there are things a remedial [...]

22
May

Remedial Massage For Tendinopathy | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Remedial Massage For Tendinopathy | Melbourne Natural Therapies What Is Tendinopathy? | Remedial Massage For Tendinopathy [...]

08
May

Remedial Massage for Headaches | Melbourne Natural Therapies

What Type Of Headache Do I Have? There are so many different types of headaches, [...]

04
May

Remedial Massage For Shoulder Pain | Melbourne Natural Therapies

Remedial Massage For Shoulder Pain | Melbourne Natural Therapies The shoulders have been used throughout [...]

20
Apr

Remedial Massage and Post Exercise Recovery | MCNT

How does Remedial Massage work? | Remedial Massage and Post Exercise Recovery After a remedial massage [...]

06
Apr

Remedial Massage And Anxiety

Remedial Massage And Anxiety Melbourne Combined Natural Therapies do not recommend that any form of [...]

10
Dec

Remedial Massage For Winter Aches

Remedial Massage For Winter Aches With the Melbourne winter on it’s way we thought you [...]

01
Jun

Remedial Massage Articles

remedial massage melbourne cbd This page contains all our remedial massage articles.

Massage has been used as a form of healing for thousands of years, some saymaor than 4000 years. In recent times science has begun explain how this treatment works and how if can be more effective than some of our modern pain management treatments.

Evidence based treatment is extremely important to our practice. New targeted treatment techniques are being developed regularly to treat specific conditions so keeping up to date is really important to get the best outcome for our clients.

Massage therapy (including myotherapy) is defined as the practice of using physical pressure to manipulate a person’s muscles and other soft-tissue in order to reduce pain and increase range of motion.

Remedial Massage Articles Massage therapy describes a wide variety of treatment techniques that can vary greatly, we specialise in remedial massage with is a more targeted treatment modality.

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