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Massage Therapist Gold Coast – The Experts You Need

Burleigh Central Physio is your local Gold Coast massage therapist. Massage therapy helps with everything from sports injuries to relaxation.

Physiotherapy often incorporates massage therapy into treatment plans. However, we also have our own massage therapist who is available for remedial massage.

What is Massage Therapy?

Massage is an effective form of soft tissue therapy that helps with pain management, improved movement and better muscle function. There are several different forms of massage therapy available, and a professional massage therapist may suggest different types for different needs. In short, it is a form of manual therapy that includes holding, moving, and applying pressure to the muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia.

Massage is an excellent method for treating muscle soreness and aiding in recovery from injury. Massage has been shown to improve recovery time for musculoskeletal injuries. Many people even use regular massage as a way to maintain a good range of movement and reduce the risk of injuries. For example, sportspeople rely heavily on massage to stay at their best.

When undergoing physiotherapy, massage often forms a key part of this. While massage can certainly be used in isolation for certain issues, it’s usually combined with a range of treatment methods. For most injuries, pain and mobility issues, it is likely that massage will form part of your treatment.

What Can Massage Therapy Help With?

Massage therapy is perhaps one of the oldest methods of healing in the world. It has many practical uses and can assist with a range of different conditions. Physiotherapists use massage regularly in treatment plans for patients as it aids in recovery.

Some of the many benefits of massage include:

Reduced muscle tension
Better circulation
Improved joint mobility and flexibility
Relaxation
Lowering of stress hormones
Stimulation of the lymphatic system
Quicker recovery from soft tissue injuries
Reduced anxiety

Massage is often recommended for a wide variety of conditions and injuries. Alongside other treatment methods, people have found massage to be effective when dealing with:

Back pain and chronic pain
Stress
Soft tissue injuries
Insomnia
Anxiety and depression
High blood pressure
Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)

Massage can also be used to improve the comfort of those suffering from chronic disease or illnesses such as cancer.

Different Types of Massage Therapy

There are several different forms of massage out there, and as a qualified massage therapist on the Gold Coast, we are skilled and trained in all of them. Each offers different benefits, and therefore will be recommended for different conditions. As with any muscle and soft-tissue manipulation, some types of massage can cause a level of discomfort. This is why it’s important to seek assistance from qualified massage professionals, so that you get the right massage for your needs.

Remedial Massage
Remedial massage involves the assessment and treatment of biomechanical dysfunction or injury. Special mobilisation techniques are employed depending on the nature of the injury or dysfunction.

Sports Massage
Sports massage is similar to remedial massage as the goal is to target a particular injury or problem area. Sports massage employs a range of techniques using various types of massage to enhance performance and assist in the recovery of injuries.

Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage is often used for treatment of musculoskeletal injuries and muscle strains. It involves using long, deep strokes to target the inner layers of muscles. The benefits of deep tissue massage include breaking up scar tissue, reducing muscle tension, increasing blood flow and reducing inflammation.

Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger points are areas of nerves and muscle that are aggravated or stressed in some way. Many people refer to this as ‘knots’. Trigger point massage therapy focuses on these trigger points by applying pressure/release pattern to alleviate pain. Trigger points often cause referred pain elsewhere in the body, and this type of massage can be an effective treatment.

Relaxation Massage
While many other forms of massage target particular parts of the body, relaxation massage is broader. The goal is to help patients relax, using less pressure than some other types of massage. Relaxation massage is used to assist people suffering from anxiety, depression or increased stress.

Our Massage Therapy Gold Coast Services

Here at Burleigh Central Physiotherapy, every patient is treated as an individual. We understand that every body is different, and so your treatment plan is tailored for your specific needs. Massage can assist in the treatment of many issues, however it isn’t always used in isolation. Massage will often form part of a comprehensive treatment plan.

Whether you need a relaxation massage to help with stress, or you are recovering from a major sporting injury, we will find the right massage treatment for you. What is right for one person may not be right for the next, so we always take an individual approach to your care.

During your first assessment with a physiotherapist, we will get to know you better and understand your needs. This helps us to formulate a personalised treatment plan that is perfect for you. We pride ourselves on our friendly service, and our massage therapists are highly qualified with a dedication to their craft. You’re in safe hands at Burleigh Central Physio.

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Have you suffered a sports injury? Think you would benefit from more relaxation? Suffering restricted movement due to tight and sore muscles? We are here to help! Our massage therapists are trained in a range of different techniques designed to enhance mobility and aid in injury recovery. Don’t let pain and stiffness interfere with your daily life, because massage therapy can help.

For the best massage therapist Gold Coast, look no further than Burleigh Central Physiotherapy. We are located at 11/109 West Burleigh Road, Burleigh Heads. Contact our friendly team today to find out how we can help.

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11/109 West Burleigh Rd, Burleigh Heads, Qld 4220.
07 5576 0747
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