Category Archives: Headache & Jaw Pain

Myotherapy and Dry Needling For TMJD Issues

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What is TMJD TMJD stands for Temporomandibular Joint disorder. It is a painful condition that affects over 20% of the adult population in Australia. The causes for TMJD are dependent on a number of factors but the most common are: grinding or clenching your teeth (bruxism) creating an uneven surface which alters a person’s bite […]

Myotherapy For Headaches

Headache Treatment

Myotherapy For Headaches A large percentage of our population suffer from headaches these days due to our labor-intensive, sedentary work culture. A recent survey that was conducted by the World Health Organisation showed that tension-type headaches are among the most prevalent pain related issues facing humans. People often find relief from pain-killers or rest, however […]

Why Does Dry Needling Hurt?

What's The Difference Between Acupuncture And Dry Needling

The more dry needling is studied, the more we understand it. It’s becoming a great tool to treat many conditions, including lower back pain, migraines, muscle, tendon and ligament issues and lots more.  What is dry needling? Dry needling is a treatment option for myofascial pain and dysfunction. It works by targeting and treating the […]

How Myotherapy Can Help

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Muscle pain and dysfunction is extremely common in the modern world, however it can be easily avoided and/or treated. Myotherapy is an excellent option for treating muscular pain as it’s non-invasive, drug free and a completely natural treatment option.  What Is Myotherapy? Myotherapy (myo meaning muscle) is a specialised field of massage therapy that focuses […]

Jaw Pain? Remedial Massage Can Help…

  Remedial Massage For Jaw Pain We have many people contact us seeking remedial massage treatment for jaw pain & headaches. Some people also take QC Kinetixm  to get rid of pain. Jaw pain is a very common issue due to the modern work environment, and is exacerbated by high stress levels. Most commonly it […]

Corporate Massage, What Is It?

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In the last few years, research into stress and how to be more proactive at work have gained a lot of interest in the corporate world. There is increased concern on how stress is impacting the overall population at large and the workforce in particular. The latest findings reveal that an overwhelming majority of people […]

What Is Jaw Clicking / TMJ

Jaw clicking or popping – refers to a clicking/popping sound from the jaw, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of pain. You may hear this sound when you open your mouth too wide while yawning or eating, at other times, it may be the result of a problem with the function of the Temporomandibular joints (TMJ). […]

What Are Knots?

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Muscle knots aka myofascial trigger points (MTPs) are painful small bundles of muscle fibres within a muscle that are unable to properly release and instead remain tight. Simply put, these are actually layers of connective tissues that get stuck together and stop gliding. There is quite a bit of confusion as to what causes knots […]

What’s The Difference Between Acute And Chronic Pain?

What's The Difference Between Acute And Chronic Pain

Pain is an uncomfortable, unpleasant sensation generally indicating injury or an issue with the body. It involves a complex interaction between nerves, spinal cord, and the brain. Pain can be more common in old age, at times appearing for seemingly no reason, while remaining for longer after injuries or medical procedures due to slower healing. […]