The philosophy of myotherapy is founded on Western medical principles including anatomy, physiology and biomechanics.
It is a specialised and trusted healthcare profession focused on the comprehensive assessment, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. It aims to help individuals move better, feel better, and live their best lives by addressing pain and injuries through an evidence-informed, whole-of-care approach. Myotherapists work to effectively manage and treat various conditions, ensuring that clients achieve improved movement, reduced pain, and enhanced overall well-being.
Myotherapy practitioners use clinical reasoning, problem-solving skills, and evidence-based techniques to design and implement individualised treatment plans. This approach ensures that clients receive effective, up-to-date care that promotes long-term health and well-being.
In essence, myotherapy is about empowering clients to take charge of their health, providing them with the tools and knowledge needed for self-management, and delivering targeted treatments that address the root causes of pain and dysfunction.
Myotherapy uses a variety of techniques, including:
Dry Needling
A technique involving the insertion of fine needles into trigger points to relieve pain and muscle tension.
Cupping
an ancient therapy that involves placing special cups on the skin to create suction. This suction is believed to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation, and overall well-being.
Exercise and Rehabilitation Planning
Personalised exercise programs designed to strengthen muscles, improve mobility, and prevent injury recurrence.
Massage Therapy
Hands-on techniques to relax muscles and reduce pain and muscular discomfort.
Joint Mobilisation
Techniques to improve joint movement and reduce stiffness.
Myotherapists provide evidence-informed assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for a wide range of musculoskeletal pain and associated conditions, for example:
- Back pain
- Neck and shoulder pain
- General pain management
- Headache and migraine management
- Rotator cuff problems
- Tennis elbow
- Occupational injuries
- Achilles tendinopathy and other ankle injuries
- Fibromyalgia and other chronic pain presentations
Difference between remedial massage and myotherapy:
Remedial massage and myotherapy are both therapeutic approaches aimed at addressing musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction, but they have some differences in focus, techniques, and scope.
Remedial massage aims at relieving muscle tension, reducing pain, and improving overall muscle function. Often addressing soft tissue issues such as muscle strains, tightness, and chronic pain. Remedial treatments emphasises the use of hands on techniques to manage pain and include various forms of massage such as deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release.
Myotherapy offers a broader approach that includes assessment, diagnosis, and management of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Its aim is to address both muscular and joint issues, and may involve more comprehensive evaluation of biomechanical and postural factors. It utilises a range of techniques such as dry needling, cupping, joint mobilization, soft tissue release, muscle energy techniques (MET), and corrective exercise. Myotherapy focuses on a holistic approach, integrating manual therapy with exercise and rehabilitation planning.
Key Differences:
Assessment and Diagnosis: Myotherapy often includes a thorough assessment and diagnostic component, while remedial massage is typically more focused on treatment.
Range of Techniques: Myotherapy encompasses a wider range of techniques and may include additional modalities such as dry needling and cupping.
Scope of Practice: Myotherapy tends to have a broader scope, addressing not only muscle issues but also joint and biomechanical factors, with a focus on long-term management and prevention.
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