The human body comprises of hundreds of muscles that work together in complete coordination and harmony to make us move and perform different functions. At times, and for various reasons, we may feel some soreness and stiffness in these muscles. The Pain, soreness or stiffness of the muscles is referred to as myofascial pain. It is estimated that 1 in 5 Australians suffer from some form of chronic myofascial pain. Myofascial pain can be the result of an injury, overuse, misuse, poor posture, dislocation, or prolonged immobilisation. Performing simple or unexpected tasks can also cause us to feel sore. The good news is that you do not to rely on painkillers to mask the pain, Myotherapy can offer quick pain relief without any side effects. Never heard of it? Here is how myotherapy can help.

Myotherapy for Pain Relief

The term “myotherapy” literally means “treatment to muscles” or “muscle therapy”; it is a hands-on physical therapy in which the soft tissue structures (muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia) of the body are manipulated in order to align the body, restore movement, and resolve pain. 

Myotherapists utiliase a range of treatment techniques such as trigger point therapy, myofascial dry needling, myofascial release, joint mobilisation, cupping, together with corrective exercises and diet/nutritional guidance to restore the normal integrity of the soft tissue structures of the body. Myotherapy can treat everything from acute and chronic pain to postural misalignments, sporting injuries and repetitive injuries. Whether you are in your old age and suffering from joint-related restrictions or an athlete who wants to improve your field performance and avoid any injuries, myotherapy can help you stay fit and enjoy optimal health and well being. 

Myotherapy for Stress Relief | How Myotherapy Can Help

Massage in general and myotherapy, in particular, is an effective tool used to treat muscular (myofascial) pain, but also very helpful in reducing stress and promoting feelings of wellbeing. Myotherapists use various forms of massage techniques such as muscle stretching, muscle energy techniques (METs), passive stretching, soft tissue massage, and trigger point therapy that result in improvement of blood circulation, reduction of muscle tension, reduction of stress hormones, and stimulation of the lymphatic system; all of which help reduce anxiety and depression, improve skin tone, and heighten mental alertness. 

Myotherapy for Improving Range of Movement

Restriction or reduction in the range of motion is often linked with tightness within the muscles. Myotherapists work on connective tissues, ligaments, and tendons found in joint muscles to improve flexibility and increase range of movement. 

Myotherapy for Sports-related Injuries

Australia is a sports-loving nation; 1 in 5 Australians actively participate in some sort of competitive sports while others are engaged in non-competitive sports activities. But, with sports, there is always a danger of getting injured. The good news is that Myotherapy can help athletes not only prevent injuries before they even happen; it can also help them recover quickly from most sports-related injuries and improve their field/sports performance. Myotherapists use various modalities such as functional assessment, muscle and stress tests, joint mobilisation, dry needling, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, tendon release, as well as strapping and sports specific rehabilitation to put athletes back on track. 

Myotherapy for Prenatal and Postnatal Care | How Myotherapy Can Help

Pregnancy can be both an exciting as well as challenging time in a woman’s life. In addition to the fear and nervousness that comes with becoming a mother, changes in one’s body can be very stressful, both emotionally and physically. From general muscle soreness and aches to difficulty sleeping and mood swings, women experience a range of symptoms during the 9 months of their pregnancy. Since pregnant women cannot take many medications during their pregnancy, myotherapy and other forms of manual therapy by an experienced and well-qualified therapist are considered to be safe and can provide both the mother as well as the growing baby the much-needed relief. 

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