Remedial Massage Therapy, Myofascial Release and CranioSacral Balancing

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What is CranioSacral Massage Therapy?

CranioSacral Massage Therapy focuses directly on the central nervous system. More specifically, on the self-healing mechanism that is controlled by this system. The body has the ability to fix anything that may go wrong with it. Sometimes this function is impeded. It needs to be jump started or rebooted so it can rev itself back up and fight for its survival.

One of the most important rhythms of the body is the flow of cerebral spinal fluid around the brain and spinal cord. This flow baths the central nervous system in rich, nutritional fluid. If this flow is hindered, things begin to systematically break down. CranioSacral therapy also looks at the connection between the sacrum and the cranium as one unit, tied together by the spinal column.

Any imbalance, resulting in limited or excessive movement of these two team members, means the meninges are in danger of being pinched or misshaped. This results in improper flow of cerebrospinal fluid.

Who benefits from CranioSacral Massage Therapy?

Craniosacral Massage Therapy is an effective treatment for

• Migraine headaches
• Stress and tension related problems
• Traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries
• Bite/jaw problems
• Motor coordination difficulties
• Central nervous system disorders
• Chronic fatigue
• Fibromyalgia
• Immune disorders
• Autism
• Learning disabilities

You may also be interested in

• Myofascial Release Therapy
• Trigger Point Therapy

Cost and Duration

CranioSacral Rhythm 60 Mins – $120 (Public Holiday Rate – $144)

CranioSacral Balancing helps to reset or reboot the central nervous system. This therapy is very deep in the body system and helps with conditions such as pain caused by emotional trauma.

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What is Myofascial Release Therapy?

Myofascial release techniques consist of slow, gentle, prolonged force in the form of stretching or compression. Hands-on application of this treatment deeply affects tissue, without causing pain. It is also known as or called Connective Tissue Massage.

Fascia – pronounced ‘fasha’ – represents the soft tissue that connects and separates everything in the body beneath the skin. It provides a continuous sheath of support for the skeleton and soft tissues i.e. muscles, tendons etc. It also divides muscle groups into individual units.

Myofascial Release Therapy restores length and flexibility to the fascia. This makes more ‘space’ for muscles, nerves and fluids, like blood and lymph. This treatment is frequently used to correct problems caused after tissue injury.

Benefits of Myofascial Release

Myofascial Release (M.F.R.) works to free up tight fascia so muscles have freedom of movement.

It is the three-dimensional application of sustained, gentle pressure and movement into the fascial system.

Myofascial Release eliminates fascial restriction. This therapy facilitates the rise of emotional patterns and belief systems that may no longer be needed or are hampering progress to better health.

You may also be interested in

• Craniosacral Massage Therapy
• Trigger Point Massage Therapy

Cost and Duration

Myofascial Release 60 Mins – $120 (Public Holiday Rate – $144)
Myofascial Release 90 Mins – $170 (Public Holiday Rate – $204)

Experience a non-invasive deeply relaxing treatment that works with connective tissue to gently unwind and release tension and increase blood flow to the body’s tissues.

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Remedial massage focuses on muscles that are tense, immobile or injured. This therapy helps soften muscles for relaxation, recovery after training or injury.

Benefits of Remedial Massage

A remedial massage with our qualified remedial therapist helps relieve:

• Musculoskeletal complaints associated with chronic muscle tension
• Injuries
• Neck, shoulder and lower back pain
• Sciatica
• Headaches
• Migraine
• TMJ dysfunction, and more

Remedial Massage Techniques

The remedial massage therapy methods used include:

• Myofascial Release Therapy
• CranioSacral Balancing
• Trigger Point Therapy
• Acupressure points

Remedial massage is effective in increasing flexibility, range of motion and in reducing pain patterns.

Cost and Duration

Remedial Massage Therapy 60 Mins – $120 (Public Holiday Rate – $144)

During this session we will focus only on the muscle groups that are tense, immobile or injured. This therapy helps soften muscles for relaxation and recovery as a result of training or injury. The session is completed with sound vibration therapy.

Remedial Massage Therapy 90 Mins – $170 (Public Holiday Rate – $204)

The 90-minute session will work on the entire body which includes an extended focus on the muscle groups that are tense, immobile or injured. The session is completed with sound vibration therapy.

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This luxurious relaxation massage utilises traditional Swedish massage techniques to:

• ease away tension
• soothe sore tired muscles
• restore a sense of calm and well-being

What is Swedish Massage?

Swedish Massage Therapy is a popular choice for people looking for total relaxation of mind and body because it combines specific techniques to boost circulation and blood flow to the large muscle groups.

A Swedish massage includes

• Long, sweeping strokes over muscles to disperse trigger points
• Kneading of the muscle to achieve a deeper result
• Tapping rhythmically with cupped hands to encourage relaxation
• Rubbing the muscle group with the palms to generate warmth
• Using fingers to shake and loosen the muscle

Benefits of Swedish Massage

This style of massage therapy has numerous benefits, in fact studies have linked Swedish massage to reducing and easing symptoms or various conditions, including:

• Knee arthritis
• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Blood pressure
• Immune system function
• Headaches
• Fibromyalgia

Other therapies you may be interested in

• Myofascial Release Therapy
• Trigger Point Therapy

Cost and Duration

Swedish Relaxation Massage 60 Mins – $120 (Public Holiday Rate – $144)

This luxurious relaxation massage utilises traditional Swedish massage techniques on targeted areas of the body to ease away tension, soothe sore tired muscles and restore a sense of calm and well-being.

Swedish Relaxation Massage 90 Mins – $170 (Public Holiday Rate – $204)

Extend this experience for another 30 minutes for a full body massage and deeper relaxation experience.

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Trigger Point Massage Therapy focuses on hyper-sensitive areas in the muscles, fascia, tendons and ligaments. These sites frequently refer pain to other areas of the body.

Trigger Point Therapy explained

Trigger Point Therapy is a body work system aimed at reducing or erasing trigger points within muscles or tissues.

Trigger points are hyper-sensitive areas that, when compressed, are tender and are often related to referred pain. They are described as a small contraction knot in muscle tissue, affecting a muscle by keeping it both tight and weak, in fact trigger points maintain a hard contraction on the muscle fibers directly connected to it.

In turn, these taut bands of muscle fibers keep constant tension on the muscle attachments, often producing symptoms in adjacent joints and restricting circulation in the immediate area of the trigger point.

Benefits of Trigger Point Therapy

Benefits of a Trigger Point Therapy treatment at The Gray Natural Health Centre include:

• Decrease in pain and discomfort
• Reduction in the number of headaches
• Increased range of motion
• Improved flexibility
• Increased blood flow

Cost and Duration

Trigger Point 60 Mins – $120 (Public Holiday Rate – $144)

In this session you will experience the use of pressure applied to the muscle groups that are tight or constricted. The therapist will pinpoint the muscle knots and apply sustained pressure in order to release the knots in the muscle groups that lead to dysfunction.

Trigger Point 90 Mins – $170 (Public Holiday Rate – $204)

After completing your trigger point release this session will finish with some relaxation massage to soothe the stress away.