Combining effective hands-on therapy with education and exercise prescription, The Alignment Studio’s myotherapists give you the tools to move freely, without pain or restriction.
Providing fast, lasting pain relief with expert myotherapy in Melbourne CBD, The Alignment Studio is the trusted choice for busy professionals and athletes seeking comprehensive care. With over 25 years of clinical experience, our diverse and highly skilled team take a uniquely integrated approach to optimising your wellbeing.
In our premium Melbourne CBD physio clinic, you’ll find physiotherapy, Pilates, remedial massage, myotherapy and nutrition services under one easily accessible roof. Our team is highly collaborative, and your myo will refer you for physio or Pilates if needed.
Both myotherapy and remedial massage can release tension, relieve pain and accelerate your recovery. However, myotherapy requires additional study and takes a more comprehensive look at the underlying cause or dysfunction, with a broader range of treatment techniques than massage therapy.
In Australia, myotherapists will typically have an Advanced Diploma or Bachelor’s degree, on top of a remedial massage certification, and may be members of professional associations.
Your myotherapist may employ:
Looking for stress relief, relaxation, or to enhance recovery? We recommend booking a session with a remedial massage therapist. Ours are also skilled at pregnancy massage and sports massage.
However, if you’re dealing with chronic pain, a niggling injury or a complex musculoskeletal issue, myotherapy is more beneficial. It is also helpful for postural correction and injury prevention.
Suffering from aches, stiffness, tightness or injury? Myotherapy can be corrective, rehabilitative or preventative, making it an effective intervention at any stage of your injury or concern.
Our Melbourne myotherapy specialists treat a range of musculoskeletal disorders, muscle tension and acute and chronic pain, including:
Achilles/ Rotator Cuff Tendinitis
Sports Injuries & Sprains
Overuse Injuries
Jaw Pain & TMJ Dysfunction
Tennis Elbow
Shin Splints
RSI & Carpal Tunnel
Plantar Fasciitis
Consultation and Assessment
Your myotherapist will ask you detailed questions about your pain and assess your range of motion.
Hands-on Treatment
They will then use a combination of hands on techniques. These may include trigger point therapy, myofascial release and dry needling to relieve your symptoms.
Personalised Treatment Plan
A customised treatment plan is created for each client.
Education and Corrective Exercises
Your myo will provide specific stretches and at-home exercises to relieve pain and improve mobility. Clinical Pilates may also be suggested for postural correction and rehabilitation
Referrals (As Needed)
If more complex treatment or a diagnosis is required, you’ll be referred to one of our skilled physiotherapists.
Myotherapy is commonly used to treat chronic back pain, neck and shoulder tension, tension headaches, migraines, sports injuries, and repetitive strain injuries.
Physiotherapy is a broader scope of practice. It involves diagnosing and treating the root cause of musculoskeletal, neurological and other conditions that impact movement and cause pain. Manual therapy is just one tool physios use in their treatment plans. This blog will tell you more.
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Myotherapists in Australia are often registered with major health funds, allowing patients to claim private health insurance rebates under ‘Extras’ cover. Check your policy details to see if you’re covered and contact your provider for exact rebate amounts.
All myotherapists at TAS are registered – call reception for any queries.
If you’re looking to alleviate pain, improve your mobility or manage ongoing musculoskeletal and postural issues, book now for expert myotherapy in Melbourne CBD!
