More about Remedial Massage
What is Remedial Massage?
Remedial massage is a targeted, therapeutic approach to treating muscular pain, tension, restricted movement and soft tissue dysfunction.
Unlike relaxation massage, remedial massage focuses on identifying and addressing areas of concern through assessment and individualised treatment.
Techniques may include soft tissue or deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, joint mobilisation, myofascial release and stretching.
Remedial massage can also support stress reduction, relaxation of the nervous system and overall physical wellbeing.
Techniques may include soft tissue or deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, joint mobilisation, myofascial release and stretching.
What Can Remedial Massage Help With?
Remedial massage can help relieve muscular pain and tension, improve mobility and support the body's natural recovery processes.
Treatment is tailored to your individual needs and may assist with:
Muscular pain and tension – Including tightness, soreness and muscle fatigue.
Chronic and persistent pain – Supporting pain management, physical comfort and improved quality of life.
Neck, shoulder and back pain – Addressing muscular tension and soft tissue restrictions.
Postural and repetitive strain – Relieving discomfort associated with prolonged sitting, repetitive movements and physical demands.
Headaches – Particularly those associated with muscular tension in the neck, shoulders and upper back.
Restricted movement and flexibility – Helping improve mobility and reduce muscular tightness.
Injury recovery – Supporting soft tissue recovery and rehabilitation alongside other appropriate healthcare.
Stress and nervous system regulation – Encouraging relaxation, reducing physical tension and supporting overall wellbeing.
What to Expect – Your First Visit
Your first appointment begins with a consultation to discuss your health history, current concerns, symptoms and treatment goals.
Depending on your needs, I may conduct a physical assessment to better understand what may be contributing to your discomfort or restricted movement.
From there, we'll discuss a treatment approach tailored to your individual needs. Your comfort, preferences and feedback are always considered throughout your session.
What Assessments May Be Involved?
Assessments help me better understand how your body is moving and functioning, and identify areas that may benefit from treatment.
Depending on your concerns, these may include:
Postural assessment: Looking at your body's alignment and positioning to identify possible areas of muscular imbalance or strain.
Observation: Assessing movement, mobility and how your body responds to particular movements.
Palpation: Using touch to assess muscles and soft tissues for tenderness, tension and other changes.
Orthopaedic assessments: Simple movement and physical tests that help identify possible muscular or joint-related concerns.
Not every assessment is required for every client and I'll explain what we're doing and why.
What to Expect – Return Visits
Follow-up appointments allow us to review your progress, discuss any changes in your symptoms and adjust your treatment as needed.
We'll check how you've responded to previous treatment, reassess any areas of concern where appropriate and continue working towards your treatment goals.
Your treatment will be adapted to how your body is presenting on the day, recognising that your needs may change between visits.
What happens if I’m receiving treatment but I’m not improving?
My priority is to provide treatment that is specific to you, effective and supportive of your wellbeing.
Progress can look different for everyone, particularly when managing persistent pain or more complex conditions.
We'll regularly review your response to treatment and discuss whether we're seeing meaningful improvements within a reasonable timeframe.
If your symptoms aren't improving as expected, fall outside my scope of practice or require further investigation, I may recommend seeking assessment from your GP or another appropriate healthcare professional.
Remedial massage can be a valuable part of your healthcare, and working alongside other practitioners is sometimes the best way to support your long-term wellbeing.