Services that are provided
Sports Massage / Remedial Massage / Deep Tissue / Trigger Point Therapy / Stretching & Joint Loosening / Lymphatic Drainage Massage / Dry Needling
Why choose massage?
Sports & Remedial massage is a great benefit for those that partake in high intensity exercise and activities. It will give you faster recovery times and will improve injuries and your muscle health.
Remedial massage is wonderful in assisting the body recover and heal from chronic conditions and injuries.
Physical benefits of massage & myotherapy include:
WHAT IS LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE?
Lymphatic drainage massage is an extremely gentle, rhythmic and flowing massage that targets the lymphatic system alone.
This style of massage is targeting a very superficial body system that only requires a light touch compared to direct soft tissue work like remedial massage.
The lymphatic system contains capillaries, vessels, nodes and blood vessels (which are major ducts that empty into the thermus region back towards the heart). The lymph nodes are extremely important as they filter and clean incoming lymph and produce immune competent T & B cells. Clearing these superficial or deeper clusters will assist the system in detoxification of metabolic waste.
The lymphatic system is a one way system that has no pump unlike the circulatory system. Simple body movement & the action of breathing helps to push the lymphatic fluid through the lymph vessels which are called lymphangions. This is a very slight muscle contraction at 6 contractions per minute. The lymphatic fluid is then slowly returned back to the heart and to the blood stream.
The main aim of this system is to recover essential interstitial fluid (containing blood plasma & proteins) that is lost from the circulatory system within the capillary beds. Up to 2-3 litres of water and 50% of blood protein is lost from the circulation system per day (10% of circulatory fluid). Through this ‘mop’ up system it is then reestablished back into the body’s blood stream to ensure the body maintains a healthy balance.
This system is extremely sluggish and slow, circulating between 1.5 to 2 litres of Lymph per day. With lymphatic massage it can be increased up to 6 litres per day which is a large increase.
The clinical intent of this massage is to:
Lymphatic massage will assist with:
Results of treatment will vary in every case. A client that is suffering from swollen limbs, will normally see a reduction in oedema directly after treatment and will continue to do so for up to 12 hours post treatment. For a client that is relatively healthy and active the challenge of this treatment might be that you feel it hasn’t done anything. However, if your system is compromised by any of the above, you may feel less fatigued/stressed, lighter and relaxed.
If you suffer from any form of cancer, heart condition or chronic inflammation medical clearance from your treating practitioner will be required.
WHAT IS DRY NEEDLING?
Dry Needling (DN) works with single-use sterile needles to normalise chemicals and the pH level in the muscle.
This will restore circulation which will deactivate Trigger Points (TrPs), improve your range of motion and decrease pain sensations.
DN has also been shown to activate the fibroblast cells which are responsible for mediating immunity, inflammation and blood cell formation.
It also has a neurological effect by linking the muscle and brain directly together which is referred to as a Local Twitch Response (LTR). This is typically felt when targeting a TrP. If you have multiple TrPs that are active throughout the body our brain can get confused as to where the pain is coming from. By initiating a LTR the brain is able to tell the muscle to 'turn off' the pain pattern and normalise the TrP.
HOW IS DRY NEEDLING DIFFERENT TO ACUPUNCTURE?
Traditional Acupuncture is based on the East Asian Medicine (EAM) approach which includes various assessment methods and diagnosis based on EAM paradigms.
DN is used to alter dysfunctional tissue to improve or restore function. Areas that are targeted in a DN session are Myofascial TrPs, periosteum (vascular connective tissue) & soft tissue.
This treatment method is fantastic for those with chronic pain, Fibromyalagia, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, headaches/migraines and/or injuries.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me!
Remedial massage is wonderful in assisting the body recover and heal from chronic conditions and injuries.
Physical benefits of massage & myotherapy include:
- reduced muscle tension
- improved circulation
- stimulation of the lymphatic system
- reduction of the stress hormone
- promotes mind and body relaxation
- increased joint mobility and flexibility
- improved skin tone
- improved recovery of soft tissue injuries
WHAT IS LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE MASSAGE?
Lymphatic drainage massage is an extremely gentle, rhythmic and flowing massage that targets the lymphatic system alone.
This style of massage is targeting a very superficial body system that only requires a light touch compared to direct soft tissue work like remedial massage.
The lymphatic system contains capillaries, vessels, nodes and blood vessels (which are major ducts that empty into the thermus region back towards the heart). The lymph nodes are extremely important as they filter and clean incoming lymph and produce immune competent T & B cells. Clearing these superficial or deeper clusters will assist the system in detoxification of metabolic waste.
The lymphatic system is a one way system that has no pump unlike the circulatory system. Simple body movement & the action of breathing helps to push the lymphatic fluid through the lymph vessels which are called lymphangions. This is a very slight muscle contraction at 6 contractions per minute. The lymphatic fluid is then slowly returned back to the heart and to the blood stream.
The main aim of this system is to recover essential interstitial fluid (containing blood plasma & proteins) that is lost from the circulatory system within the capillary beds. Up to 2-3 litres of water and 50% of blood protein is lost from the circulation system per day (10% of circulatory fluid). Through this ‘mop’ up system it is then reestablished back into the body’s blood stream to ensure the body maintains a healthy balance.
This system is extremely sluggish and slow, circulating between 1.5 to 2 litres of Lymph per day. With lymphatic massage it can be increased up to 6 litres per day which is a large increase.
The clinical intent of this massage is to:
- Stimulate the lymphatic system to reabsorb & transport lymph more effectively
- Stimulate immune system
- Encourage relaxation to reduce the sensation of pain
- Assist with removal of metabolic waste from the tissue
- Assist clients that have had sections of the lymph system removed due to cancer
Lymphatic massage will assist with:
- Sinusitis/hay fever
- Oedema reduction (pregnancy)
- Pain relief (fibromyalgia)
- Chronic inflammation
- Strains, Sprains and bruising
- Soft tissue damage
- Post sporting event inflammation
- Dentistry
- Lymphoedema
- Arthritis
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
- Pre/post surgery
Results of treatment will vary in every case. A client that is suffering from swollen limbs, will normally see a reduction in oedema directly after treatment and will continue to do so for up to 12 hours post treatment. For a client that is relatively healthy and active the challenge of this treatment might be that you feel it hasn’t done anything. However, if your system is compromised by any of the above, you may feel less fatigued/stressed, lighter and relaxed.
If you suffer from any form of cancer, heart condition or chronic inflammation medical clearance from your treating practitioner will be required.
WHAT IS DRY NEEDLING?
Dry Needling (DN) works with single-use sterile needles to normalise chemicals and the pH level in the muscle.
This will restore circulation which will deactivate Trigger Points (TrPs), improve your range of motion and decrease pain sensations.
DN has also been shown to activate the fibroblast cells which are responsible for mediating immunity, inflammation and blood cell formation.
It also has a neurological effect by linking the muscle and brain directly together which is referred to as a Local Twitch Response (LTR). This is typically felt when targeting a TrP. If you have multiple TrPs that are active throughout the body our brain can get confused as to where the pain is coming from. By initiating a LTR the brain is able to tell the muscle to 'turn off' the pain pattern and normalise the TrP.
HOW IS DRY NEEDLING DIFFERENT TO ACUPUNCTURE?
Traditional Acupuncture is based on the East Asian Medicine (EAM) approach which includes various assessment methods and diagnosis based on EAM paradigms.
DN is used to alter dysfunctional tissue to improve or restore function. Areas that are targeted in a DN session are Myofascial TrPs, periosteum (vascular connective tissue) & soft tissue.
This treatment method is fantastic for those with chronic pain, Fibromyalagia, tennis elbow, carpal tunnel syndrome, headaches/migraines and/or injuries.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me!
REMEDIAL MOVEMENT FEES
1/2 hour treatment: $55
3/4 hour treatment: $75
1 hour treatment: $90
1 ½ hour treatment: $140 (Full body Lymphatic Drainage Massage is an 1 1/2 hour treatment)
3/4 hour treatment: $75
1 hour treatment: $90
1 ½ hour treatment: $140 (Full body Lymphatic Drainage Massage is an 1 1/2 hour treatment)
