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Myotherapy is a hands-on treatment that focuses on muscles and soft tissues to relieve pain and improve movement. It uses techniques like massage, stretching, and trigger point therapy. Myotherapists treat various conditions, including:
- Back and neck pain
- Headaches
- Sports injuries
- Joint stiffness
- Muscle strains
- Posture-related issues
- Chronic pain conditions
The goal is to reduce pain, increase flexibility, and enhance overall physical well-being.
Myotherapy Techniques
Myotherapists utilise a range of treatment techniques to restore and maintain the normal integrity of the soft tissue structures (muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia).
Trigger points within muscles are an example of muscle dysfunction that can cause deep aching pain, local tenderness, and referred pain, limiting strength and flexibility. Utilising palpation skills, myotherapists can identify trigger points and deactivate them using various soft tissue manipulation techniques.
Muscular dysfunction can be caused by trauma, overload or misuse of muscles arising from occupational, sporting or recreational activities.
Dr Danica Newbold
Chiropractor and Cox® Certified Practitioner
B.HSci (Chiro), M. ClinChiro, Ad.Dip Myotherapy
Dr Newbold completed her Chiropractic studies and graduated from RMIT University in 2016. Prior to this, she had qualified and was working as a Myotherapist.
After witnessing a family member undergo the pain and struggle associated with a disc condition, Danica developed a keen interest in the conservative management and treatment of spinal and disc injuries and diseases.
Dr Newbold (Chiropractor) has a specific interest in the relationship between the spine and surrounding musculature and finds a multi modal approach beneficial for treating most conditions. She also uses therapeutic techniques such as: Ultrasound, Cupping and dry needling and cupping. as part of her repertoire to treat a range of conditions
Dr Newbold became fully certified in Cox® Technic in November 2017
Dr Newbold practices at Malvern Chiropractic and Melbourne Spine Clinics and runs Stretch class at Malvern Chiropractic Clinic.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Myotherapist do?
A Myotherapy consultation will typically commence with thorough history taking followed by various muscle, joint and neurological testing. Combined with manual palpation of muscles and joints, a Myotherapist aims to identify the cause of one’s pain to ensure quick, effective and long lasting results.
What conditions can a Myotherapist treat?
Myotherapists treat the cause as well as the symptoms of a wide range of conditions. Some examples of conditions commonly treated by Myotherapists are:
- Neck & backpain
- Headaches/Migraines
- Sciatica
- Chronic Overuse (RSI)
- Tennis/Golfers elbow
- Joint pain
- Numbness and tingling
- General tightness
- Carpal Tunnel
- Knee, hip & ankle pain
- Frozen shoulder
- Elbow & wrist pain
What treatment techniques do Myotherapists use?
Myotherapists employ various soft tissue manipulation techniques, together with other modalities such as: trigger point therapy, dry needling, deep tissue massage, hot and cold therapies, passive/active muscle stretching, electro-mechanical stimulation and corrective or rehabilitative exercises.
When should I see a Myotherapist?
Most people seek Myotherapy treatment when suffering from aches and pains though many receive treatment to prevent injury.
You should see a Myotherapist when your pain lasts longer than a few days or when you’re suffering from restricted movement. Many people also seek Myotherapy treatment in the rehabilitative phase of care to help strengthen the affected areas.
Do I need a referral to see a Myotherapist?
A referral letter is not necessary to see a Myotherapist unless you are a WorkCover patient. Most Myotherapists work in private practices and are usually the first point of call when patients are injured.
Source: Myotherapy.org.au
Dr Danica Newbold (Chiropractor and Myotherapist) is seeing Myotherapy patients at Malvern Chiropractic Clinic and Melbourne Spine Clinic.
Malvern Chiropractic, A Leading Myotherapy Service in Melbourne
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