Remedial Massage Therapy
Are you battling tightness from sitting at your desk for too long or feeling the aftermath of intense workouts?
Remedial massage offers targeted relief if you are experiencing tightness in any part of your body. Through the thorough assessment of our massage therapist, you will feel relief from muscle tension and improved mobility after your session.
Are you seeking relief from the everyday stresses of life?
Remedial massage offers a holistic solution to unwind, release tension, and restore balance, promoting overall well-being and relaxation.
What is Remedial Massage?
Remedial massage is a therapeutic technique that focuses on addressing specific muscle issues and relieving tension. Whether you’re battling tightness from sitting at your desk for too long or feeling the aftermath of intense workouts, remedial massage can improve mobility and provide a much-needed escape from the stresses of daily life.
It’s a vital tool in preventative, corrective, and rehabilitative therapy, restoring and maintaining soft tissue integrity.
What to expect at your appointment
Your first appointment begins with a thorough assessment followed by personalised treatment.
The assessment will discuss your concerns, health, and lifestyle to help your massage therapist, Ben, understand your needs and be able to start a personalised treatment.
Your comfort is our highest priority during the treatment – our aim is for you to achieve your desired outcome from the massage, whether this is relaxation or pain relief. You can expect a range of pressures, from deep to gentle, as we adapt to your personal needs.
Our massage therapist Ben uses the following techniques:
- Myofascial Release
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
Why get a massage at a physiotherapy clinic?
Choosing our physiotherapy clinic for your remedial massage ensures professional care backed by expertise in physiotherapy. Ben, our qualified remedial massage therapist, is also in his final year of physiotherapy studies. With this dual background, he is excellently placed with a full skill set to assess and treat your muscular issues, allowing him to customize each session to suit your body’s specific needs, ensuring a personalized approach to your healing journey. Our clients who live in Northcote, Thornbury and Preston love popping in for a massage with Ben. Parking on the High St in Northcote is pretty reliable, just check the street signs.
Additionally, we have HICAPS facilities available at our physiotherapy clinic which means you will be able to claim your massage on your private health insurance and get some of your money back!
How Remedial Massage Therapy Can Help You
Remedial massage offers numerous health benefits, including
- increased muscle and joint mobility
- enhanced blood flow
- and relaxation of your mind and body.
It is effective in relieving problems such as
- neck, shoulder, or back pain,
- muscular tension,
- and sports injuries.
Additionally, remedial massage therapists can identify the root cause of different problems related to muscles, tendons, or bones, tailoring the massage to address specific issues and potentially improving conditions like
- headaches
- chronic pain
- arthritis
The difference between Remedial Massage and a standard massage
While standard massage can provide therapeutic advantages, it may not precisely target deep-seated muscular problems or injuries in the manner remedial massage does. Remedial massage therapists possess extensive expertise and can address a diverse array of physical issues and injuries by employing various techniques aimed to alleviate pain and symptoms.
Meet our Remedial Massage Therapist Ben
Ben completed his Diploma of Remedial Massage at Victoria University and is currently in his 4th and final year of a physiotherapy degree, completing his Bachelor of Applied Science and a Masters of Physiotherapy at LaTrobe University.
With a compassionate approach, Ben strives to create a healing experience, empowering clients with the knowledge for ongoing self-care. Ben is fascinated by how our bodies work. He enjoys figuring out how hands-on treatments can make people feel better. With a deep belief that physiotherapy lets you solve health puzzles, he uses massage as a therapeutic craft that helps individuals relax and heal. It’s all about blending science to make a real difference in people’s lives.
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frequently asked questions
do I need a referral for physiotherapy?
No referral is needed for Physiotherapy. GPs frequently recommend physiotherapy, but a referral is not needed unless you are receiving funding under a GP management plan, GPMP (or Team Care Arrangement, previously known as an EPC). See the next answer for more details about the GPMP.
what should I expect in a physiotherapy assessment?
The first question we ask is “What are your aims for physiotherapy?”
We want to work with you in a way that is most helpful for you. Your physiotherapist will take a detailed history, asking you a number of questions about what has been happening for you. They will conduct a thorough assessment of your joints, posture, strength and any specific activities and movements that are relevant to your issue.
Common management approaches we use:
- Problem solving around how to best manage your symptoms / issues
- Sharing exercises that you can do at home so that you can help yourself
- Hands on treatment to improve your symptoms and mobility
- Supervised specially tailored exercise with our Pilates equipment to help you build specific strength in a supported environment if you and your physio think this would be helpful for you.
is physiotherapy covered under medicare?
Physiotherapy is only covered under Medicare under a GP management plan, GPMP (or Team Care Arrangement, previously known as an EPC). This is a specific program for people who have a chronic and complex medical condition. It provides a rebate of $57 for up to 5 sessions total per calendar year for allied health services such as Physiotherapy, Dietetics, Podiatry and more. Your GP can tell you if you are eligible for the plan. We have limited bulk billing appointments available for concession card holders.
can I use my private health insurance?
The majority of our clients are privately funded. Many have private health insurance which can be claimed on the spot with our HICAPS terminal.
can I access physio under NDIS, workcover, TAC, DVA
Yes we are able to bill directly for NDIS, Workcover, TAC, DVA.
what should I bring with me / wear
It is helpful for you to bring any relevant letters or reports regarding your issue or investigations you have had done.
Ideally wear clothes that allow you to move and allow the body part you would like addressed to be seen. We have shorts available in case you forget. Avoid dresses for low back pain, collars for neck pain and jeans for knee pain.
If you have a foot or running issue, please bring your usual shoes.