MASSAGE THERAPY
EVERY MASSAGE
IS DIFFERENT,
CHOOSE WISELY
W
ith so many options in our world
today, we ask Adele Braun a
remedial massage therapist:
What's the difference between a
Relaxation Massage & a Remedial Massage?
The treatment itself consists of flowing strokes,
kneading and gentle manipulations of the muscles performed at your chosen pressure. It is a
gentle massage and can assist in relaxing both
your muscles and your mind.
People often wonder what type of massage
would be good for their particular requirements
and needs. Based on a thorough initial physical
assessment, a fully qualified remedial massage
therapist will be able to provide you with a variety of massage techniques.
If you have particular muscle tension or ongoing
chronic pain, a remedial massage treatment may
be for you. Your remedial massage therapist will
assess where you need treatment and what may
be causing your pain.
Most qualified massage therapists can only treat
using relaxation or basic therapeutic techniques.
As a qualified massage therapist you need to
have your Certificate IV in Massage Therapy,
and as a remedial massage therapist you need to
have both your Certificate IV in Massage Therapy, and your Diploma of Remedial Massage.
They’ll perform some tests to see exactly which
muscles are giving you trouble and will tailor a
treatment plan to suit your specific needs. The
treatment itself may also involve deep tissue
work for short periods of time as well as Trigger
point Therapy.
After your session your therapist may suggest
stretching & strengthening exercises for you to
A relaxation massage can help to gently de-stress complete at home.
and loosen up your muscles and is great for those
who are looking for ways of managing their day
to day stress.
Expert Author:
Adele Braun
Remedial Massage Therapist / Director
bodymotionphysio.com.au
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