2019-02-12 22:34
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Melbourne Combined Natural Therapies is a group of professional healthcare providers that focus on physical health and well being.
2019-02-06 00:48
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Doing a pec stretch regularly can be a great option for modern workers. A common postural complaint and one that can be exace… Read More
2019-02-03 23:32
Whether you are an amateur dancer, a conditioned tennis player, a professional runner or participate in any other high impact activities, you are likely to experience “shin… Read More
2019-01-29 22:59
What Is Compartment Syndrome? Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
Each group of muscles, blood vessels, and nerves in our arms and legs is contained in a space called a “compar… Read More
2019-01-24 02:24
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What Are The Back Extensors? | Pilates Roll Down Stretch
In large, we are referring to the layers of muscles that run down… Read More
2019-01-22 02:04
Carpal tunnel, more commonly known as carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a painful disorder of the hands or arms characterised by a feeling of numbness, tingling, pain, and other sym… Read More
2019-01-14 00:13
While there are a myriad of spinal disc related injuries/issues that can cause severe pain in the lower back region, disk bulge is probably the most common and an awfully painful… Read More
2019-01-10 22:23
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Calf Muscle Stretch
The calves can often become tight and when they do they can become quite uncomfortable and often lead to mo… Read More
2019-01-10 06:36
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Calf Stretches | Leg Stretches
The calves can often become tight and when they do they can be… Read More
2019-01-01 00:25
Tight muscles can be caused by a range of things, from poor posture, repetitive movements, too much exercise or even too little exercise! When a cyclist’s muscles are tight they will f… Read More
2018-12-17 05:55
Carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS) is a painful, and progressive nerve-related disorder of the hand caused by pinching/compression of the median nerve. The median nerve usually gets compressed… Read More
2018-12-12 05:39
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What do the hamstrings do?
We need balanced, flexible and strong hamstrings to enable us to do all sorts of activities, incl… Read More
2018-12-06 06:19
Shin Splints medically referred to as “medial tibial stress syndrome” is a general name given to pain that is felt between the knee and ankle, along the inner edge of the shinbon… Read More
2018-11-30 03:27
The neck is an extremely important part of the human anatomy as it performs the tough job of holding up the head, weighing in at around 4.5-5kg’s. The muscles and surrounding bones of… Read More
2018-11-19 04:24
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. Unfortunat… Read More
2018-11-12 03:06
It’s quite common to experience mild muscular pain after you workout, do housework, play sports, or perform any other strenuous work. However, if the pain is persistent or chronic in n… Read More
2018-11-07 22:50
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Levator scapulae is a neck muscle which runs from the top of our shoulder blade up into the base of t… Read More
2018-11-07 01:49
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Forearm Stretches | Great Daily Stretches
Forearm stretches are really important for anyone doing repetitive work, especially… Read More
2018-11-07 00:02
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Cat Cow Stretch | How Can It Help?
The cat cow stretch is a slow gentle movement through 2 poses that helps with flexibility i… Read More
2018-11-06 23:08
Adductor Stretch Importance
Adductor tension is a very common problem these days and as such it is important to add an adductor stretch to you daily routine.
The… Read More
2018-10-29 03:55
Athletes are always in search of treatment techniques that can help them recover from sports-related injuries, accelerate the healing process and restore them to full function. Dry needling… Read More
2018-10-22 01:34
A significant percentage of medical conditions such as nerve disorders, muscle disorders, and tendon disorders prevalent in today’s workplaces can be attributed to an increasingly sede… Read More
2018-10-15 04:31
Latest findings indicate that as many as 60% of all work-related injuries can be attributed to misuse or overuse of body parts, a condition more commonly referred to as repetitive strain inj… Read More
2018-10-11 06:03
Shin splints are one of the most common complaints among active athletes like runners, tennis players, jumpers, dancers, and all those involved in any vigorous sports-related activities. So… Read More
2018-10-01 00:32
Anatomy of Shoulder Joint | What Is Frozen Shoulder?
So, what is frozen shoulder, it is important to first understand the anatomy of the shoulder joint. The shoulder joint is one o… Read More
2018-09-27 02:41
Working long, tiring hours at a desk can be a potential source of the intense pain including, headaches, migraines, shoulder pain, back pain, stress, depression and a host of other physical… Read More
2018-09-19 00:04
Musculoskeletal injuries such as torn muscles and ligaments, inflammation, aches, strains, and pains can be a source of discomfort, frustration, and inactivity for athletes and non-athletes… Read More
2018-09-11 06:40
What’s the difference between physiotherapy and myotherapy? This is one of the most common questions that we here from patients looking for a non-invasive, drug-free, manual therapy fo… Read More
2018-09-03 00:03
Frozen shoulder is the common term used to describe a medical condition known as “adhesive capsulitis” in which the connective tissues that surround the bony structures of the sh… Read More
2018-08-29 01:09
What is Wry Neck? | Wry Neck Treatment
People who sit at a desk in front of a computer for long periods often complain about a stiff neck. According to the latest stats, nearly 20% of adults… Read More
2018-08-20 03:27
While all forms of dance demand active participation, stamina, strength and flexibility, the level of participation varies from professional to recreational dance. Regardless of the form or… Read More
2018-08-13 03:26
Many people are familiar with the benefits of regular relaxation massage and how it can calm and relax our body and mind. However many people are not aware of the differences between a regul… Read More
2018-08-06 05:36
Before shedding some light on the effectiveness and benefits of remedial massage for plantar fasciitis, it is important to fully understand what plantar fasciitis is? What causes it? What ar… Read More
2018-07-23 07:17
What is Lower Back Pain (LBP)
Lower back pain (LBP) also referred to as lumbago is characterised by a sudden and sometimes severe discomfort or pain in the lower back area. For some, it is a… Read More
2018-07-16 02:37
What Is Restless Leg Syndrome | Remedial Massage For Restless Leg
Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) also known as Willis-Ekbom disease is an abnormality of the nervous system resulting in an unpl… Read More
2018-07-09 00:51
Pregnancy Massage For Headaches
A woman’s body goes through a lot of physical, physiological, emotional, psychological, and hormonal changes during pregnancy. These changes can trigger… Read More
2018-07-02 05:39
Myotherapy For Neck And Shoulder Pain
The head and shoulder region comprises many complex and delicate nerves, muscles, veins, bones, arteries, ligaments, and other supporting structures, a… Read More
2018-06-12 02:22
What Is Remedial Massage?
Remedial massage is different to the common massage services offered by many spas and fitness centres in the sense that it is more focused, systematic, and result-o… Read More
2018-06-04 06:28
What Is Myotherapy?
Musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction is something everyone will experience at some point in their life, the good news is that most of these issues can be treated easily w… Read More
2018-05-23 02:48
Looking After Yourself Through Winter
Dealing with bone-chilling winds and cold / damp can be a serious concern for many of us, especially as we age. Whether it’s general muscle pain… Read More
2018-05-14 06:09
Remedial Massage For Sports People
Whether you like playing indoor games or you have more of an adventurous personality and like playing outdoor adventure sports, you can get a lot of benefi… Read More
2018-05-02 02:08
Myotherapy vs Physiotherapy
Although Myotherapy and Physiotherapy can be used to treat the same issues, i.e. pain, discomfort and range of motion, there are some fundamental differences betw… Read More
2018-04-18 07:42
Today’s highly stressful lifestyle requires us to make sure we maintain our physical and mental health. Maintaining good physical activity levels allows us to enjoy our lives to the fu… Read More
2018-04-12 03:46
Pregnancy is a beautiful, natural, and extraordinary phase of a woman’s life, however it can bring with it back pain, sore joints, pelvic pain, and leg cramps. According to a surv… Read More
2018-04-06 04:15
Myotherapy For Headaches
The percentage of people suffering from “headache disorders” is on the rise these days, thanks to our labor-intensive and sedentary working culture. Acco… Read More
2018-03-29 06:20
What Is Carpal Tunnel Syndrome | Myotherapy for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Complaints of pain and tingling in arms, legs, hands, and wrist are quite common these days, thanks to our inactiv… Read More
2018-03-19 04:22
The Elbow | Remedial Massage For Tennis Elbow
Most of us tend to ignore the importance of the elbow, until the time comes that it gets hurt or becomes the cause of pain. Our elbows comprise… Read More
2018-03-14 02:04
What is RSI? | Remedial Massage For RSI
Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI), as the name suggests, is a type of injury/pain that is caused by overuse of certain body parts or doing repetitive act… Read More
2018-03-05 01:05
The knee is a joint that is extremely prone to injury. An injury or damage to any part of the knee joint is a serious matter as it can prove to be extremely painful and effect our ability t… Read More
2018-03-04 00:10
Since the knee joint is one of the most complex joints in our whole body, it is, therefore, prone to a number of injuries. A knee injury may become a constant source of pain if not tre… Read More
2018-02-14 04:31
Yoga is more than just stretching and working out, it is a great addition to living a healthy life. The practice of yoga allows you to achieve peace and tranquility through focused training… Read More
2018-02-14 04:07
The shoulder is one of the most complex parts of our body. It is made up of bones, muscles, veins, arteries, nerves, and many other supporting structures such as ligaments and tendons. The… Read More
2018-02-14 03:23
Myotherapy For Neck Pain
The neck and cervical spine is the most mobile part of our body, as a result it is very susceptible to injury, especially when put under excessive strain or repetiti… Read More
2018-02-02 23:25
Hip Replacement Recovery
Hip Replacement Surgery is a widely used treatment option for the patients suffering from severe hip problems such as arthritis, osteoarthritis, and age-related &ld&helli…Read More
2018-01-02 07:11
Remedial Massage for Leg Pain
Leg pain can be sharp, dull, tingling or stabbing sensations felt in the area between the hip and ankle. Depending on the underlying cause, the leg pain can be… Read More
2017-12-18 06:13
Lately, more and more people are complaining about pain, stiffness, and limited range of movement in their shoulder – a condition commonly known as frozen shoulder. In the medical wor… Read More
2017-12-07 05:36
Although poor posture, inpinged nerves, inflamation and disk bulges are often considered the primary causes of back pain, other factors such as misalignment, injury, general wear and tear… Read More
2017-11-17 00:11
Myotherapy Vs Remedial Massage
This is a topic that confuses many of our clients (and occasionally us too). There are some clear differences, however you can receive treatment from therapis… Read More
2017-10-30 23:05
Working as a Melbourne based remedial massage therapist requires more than just skills, our massage therapists have to go through rigorous training and pass diploma certification… Read More
2017-10-26 06:27
Knee pain is often associated with the elderly or people who are extremely active and/or play sports. In reality, this is not always the case, people from any walk of life or age can fall v… Read More
2017-10-26 06:27
Knee pain is often associated with the elderly or people who are extremely active and/or play sports. In reality, this is not always the case, people from any walk of life or age can fall v… Read More
2017-10-16 02:13
Although the goals of both a regular remedial massage and a pregnancy massage are the same, pregnancy massage is different as it is tailor made to the specific needs of the pregnant woman… Read More
2017-10-09 05:06
We don’t recommend that remedial massage or any alternative therapies be the sole form of treatment for anxiety or depression, however remedial massage can be a great addition to &helli…Read More
2017-10-05 01:21
Frozen shoulder, referred to as adhesive capsulitis in the medical world is a debilitating condition which is characterised by pain and stiffness in the shoulder joint accompanied with a li… Read More
2017-09-28 02:06
Whether it is the impaired/damaged muscles or the tendons that are causing the pain and restricting your mobility, remedial massage is an excellent form of treatment to prevent and treat in… Read More
2017-09-25 04:11
Just as there are so many variations and hybrids of yoga, there are hundreds of yoga studios and gyms offering yoga courses to all those looking for a healthy and active life. Under such ci… Read More
2017-09-25 04:11
Just as there are so many variations and hybrids of yoga, there are hundreds of yoga studios and gyms offering yoga courses to all those looking for a healthy and active life. Under such ci… Read More
2017-09-25 04:03
Although most people can benefit from a regular relaxation or remedial massage, there are certain signs that can give you the indication that you need to visit Remedial Massage Melbour… Read More
2017-09-25 04:03
Although most people can benefit from a regular relaxation or remedial massage, there are certain signs that can give you the indication that you need to visit our Melbourne remedial massag… Read More
2017-09-18 04:03
The ultimate goal of remedial massage is to release tight muscles, maximise your function and properly align the body in order to ensure that the body is able to naturally heal itself and b… Read More
2017-09-18 04:03
The ultimate goal of remedial massage is to release tight muscles, maximise your function and properly align the body in order to ensure that the body is able to naturally heal itself and b… Read More
2017-09-18 03:41
The Achilles tendon is one of the biggest and strongest tendons in the body and it provides strength and flexibility to the feet and legs. It runs from the base of the calf muscle to… Read More
2017-09-14 06:19
At Melbourne Natural Therapies we have started offering yoga classes. The reason we have introduced yoga at Melbourne Natural Therapies is that there are many connections between our yoga M… Read More
2017-09-07 07:25
Pregnancy is a time when the body needs all the help it can get, as such pregnancy massage can be a great addition to your health regime. This is a time when the pregnant woman’s body… Read More
2017-09-05 04:36
We are pleased to announce that from late September we will be including yoga to our services at Melbourne Natural Therapies. We will be offering a comprehensive schedule of classes which wi… Read More
2017-09-05 04:05
Although in theory, yoga and remedial massage are two very distinct modalities, in practice, both of them have one thing in common – they both work on releasing muscular tension and re… Read More
2017-09-05 03:34
At Melbourne Natural Therapies, our remedial massage therapists regularly treat clients experiencing tennis elbow symptoms, at both Southbank and Collins Street CBD locations.
What is Tennis… Read More
2017-09-04 01:14
Playing any form of sport is a fun and healthy way to keep fit, however, athletes are at a much higher risk of injury than your average gym goer. During intense competitions athletes often… Read More
2017-08-31 06:51
There is no simple answer to the question “what is yoga”; you can ask ten yoga experts and all of them will answer it in a distinct and different way. Similarly, you can attend t… Read More
2017-08-28 04:24
For many women, trimester two is the most exciting and comfortable time of their pregnancy, with welcome relief from symptoms experienced in trimester one and the first movements of their ba… Read More
2017-08-22 00:26
At Melbourne Combined Natural Therapies, we have been running small group mat Pilates for a long time and are now adding small group yoga classes to our schedule in September 2017.
Our clas… Read More
2017-08-21 06:52
All of our bones and muscles are surrounded by compact, tough tissue called Myofascia. Under normal conditions, the Myofascia is relaxed and soft and allows for easy movement and flexibility… Read More
2017-08-17 03:58
Whether you are suffering from postural problems, joint pains, neck and back pain, or any other form of musculoskeletal issues, visiting our Myotherapy Melbourne clinic may provide you… Read More
2017-08-17 03:46
Trimester One
Trimester One is an exciting time which sees the beginning of a new life. The greatest changes occurring to mothers during this time will be on a physiological level, as the en… Read More
2017-08-10 04:58
Pregnancy is a special time in the life of a woman, it is a time when every expecting mother is overwhelmed with love and joy for their unborn child, however, the enjoyable parts of pregnan… Read More
2017-08-10 04:17
Delayed-Onset Muscle Soreness or DOMS is pain and stiffness in muscles from a few hours to a few days after exercise, particularly if you have increased the level of activity from your usual… Read More
2017-08-03 03:32
At Melbourne Natural Therapies, we provide both traditional (flame) and vacuum (piston) myofascial cupping in conjunction with remedial massage.
Myofascial cupping or ‘cupping’… Read More
2017-07-31 02:05
Once a preferred alternative therapy option for a limited group, pregnancy massage has gained a lot of popularity among pregnant women over the past few years. It is now considered as an ef… Read More
2017-07-20 04:45
Low level laser therapy is and excellent addition to remedial massage treatment. At Melbourne Natural Therapies we offer combination sessions to allow you to get the benefits of both modali… Read More
2017-07-17 05:07
Pregnancy is a very exciting and sometimes challenging time in a woman’s life. From conception to birth, there are many changes occurring in a woman’s body, physically from the g… Read More
2017-07-06 03:06
Cupping is an extremely old technique that has been used for thousands of years throughout many cultures. Cupping practitioners create a vacuum on the skin using a cup or jar, cups can be m… Read More
2017-06-26 04:39
At Melbourne Natural Therapies we see many sports injuries. Many of these injuries are a result of not warming-up correctly before strenuous activity or excessive strain and not training wit… Read More
2017-06-19 02:36
Have you been told your posture is bad? What does that mean? And does the person saying it know what they’re talking about?
So what is posture?
Posture really just means the way you ho… Read More
2017-06-05 05:37
At Melbourne Natural Therapies, we provide effective remedial massage treatment for conditions concerning the lower leg and feet, at both our Southbank and Collins Street, Melbourne CBD cl… Read More
2017-06-01 03:07
Neck Pain, Why Does It Happen?
Our Myotherapists are regularly treating clients suffering from neck pain. Neck pain can have a significant impact on your life causing sharp pain, dull ache… Read More
2017-05-25 04:20
Many of our remedial massage clients at Melbourne Natural Therapies suffer from jaw pain. It is a very common problem with people working in desk jobs and/or high stress positions. It often… Read More
2017-05-22 04:21
Like all forms of treatment there are things a remedial massage therapist should be aware of and as a result it is important to find a highly qualified and experienced pra… Read More
2017-05-18 03:31
Our remedial massage therapists estimate that over 60% of patients that come through the Melbourne clinic complain of lower back pain. Interestingly many of these clients don’t have e… Read More
2017-05-15 04:17
Sciatica is a condition that causes nerve pain through the sciatic nerve which travels from the lower back, through the glutes, down the inside of the legs and all the way to the feet. The… Read More
2017-05-08 07:15
Remedial Massage For Tendinopathy | Melbourne Natural Therapies
What Is Tendinopathy?
A tendinopathy loosely means there is an issue with the tendon. This issue is often accompanied by tende… Read More
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