What exactly is remedial massage?

So what exactly is remedial massage. It is a massage with the purpose on treating specific musculoskeletal issues, injuries, or dysfunctions. It aims to address pain, tension, and dysfunction in the body by targeting the underlying causes.

Unlike relaxation massage, which primarily aims to aid in relaxation, remedial massage involves a more targeted approach. It often involves the assessment of the client's condition, identifying areas of muscle tightness, stiffness, or dysfunction.

Remedial massage therapists main 3 techniques are deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy and myofascial release and they use these to restore function and relieve pain. The goal is not only to provide temporary relief but also to facilitate long-term improvements in the client's condition.

Overall, remedial massage can be highly beneficial for individuals dealing with chronic pain, injuries, postural problems, or sports-related issues.

Remedial massage therapists are also usually more trained. Or at least they should be more trained that is. For example a relaxation therapist may not know the muscles and nerves of the body very well compared to a remedial massage therapist. That is perfectly okay. Because the role they play isn't for pain relief from a certain issue its to relax the client.

Check out some of the videos I have made on my social media and my website to get a greater idea of the kind of knowledge I feel a remedial massage therapist should have. Of course I don't want to feel like I'm being a gatekeeper for remedial massage but just to express what I feel someone should know.

Remember, if you’re in areas like Tuggeranong, woden valley or queanbeyan region. You don’t have to worry about paying the extra travel fee that North Canberra has to pay. I Just thought to mention it as an added perk of being local. Otherwise areas such as Belconnen and the Canberra city have a travel fee added to their massage.

Enough from me. Thanks for reading.

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