SERVICES
How to make an appointment
All you need to do, is make a telephone call to talk to us on 02-9439-4584, or leave a message on the answer machine.
Online Appointments
Or make an appointment online go to:
www.nsntc.clickbook.net
Massage Therapy
Massage therapy:
Massage therapy involves the gentle manoeuvring of muscles and soft body tissues, often with the addition of gentle pressure. Massage therapy covers a number of therapeutic approaches and may improve the functioning of the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal and nervous systems. It may also help you to recover quicker from minor injury or illness.
Massage therapy sometimes uses friction type techniques to stimulate the soft tissue and relaxes the muscles by gentle stroking and kneading techniques. These types of techniques may assist in increasing blood circulation and lymph circulation while slowing breaking down scar tissue that has built up between the muscle fibres.
Massage therapy may help with a variety of health issues:
- allergies
- anxiety
- stress – acute and chronic
- chronic and acute pain
- circulatory problems
- depression
- digestive complaints
- headaches
- migraines
- insomnia
- assists in increasing movement in the joints
- may assist with carpal tunnel syndrome
- injuries sustained to muscles while playing sport (at any level)
- sitting too long hunched over in front of a computer or at a desk may assist with some type of whiplash injuries
Remedial massage:
Remedial massage is the therapeutic application of massage for the restoration and maintenance of health and fitness; it is relaxing, and assists in the reduction of muscular aches and pains.
Sports massage:
Sports massage is applied to the serious (or not so serious) athlete for training, injury prevention, and rehabilitation and includes pre and post event assistance.
Swedish massage:
Swedish Massage is a collection of techniques designed for relaxation, using massage oils. The therapeutic effects include flexibility, relaxation of the nervous system, increased circulation of blood and lymph, removal of lactic acid and toxins, and stimulates the skin.
Deep tissue massage:
This is a massage technique that is applied to the deeper, core layers of the muscles of the body. This is achieved by the use of deep pressure applied by the therapist using elbows, thumbs, fingers and fist pressure to get to the deeper layers of muscles.
This type of massage requires the practitioner to have a greater awareness of the needs of the client. A good understanding of anatomy and physiology is required so that undue discomfort is not caused to you while working on the deeper layers of muscles.
Deep tissue massage may assist with relieving chronic muscular pain and some types of muscular rehabilitation.
Medical massage:
Medical massage focuses on providing rehabilitation of compromised muscles due to overuse or injury, working in consultation with your medical practitioner.
Therapeutic massage:
Therapeutic massage is a term that has arisen to highlight the healing aspect of touch. It is well recognised that the body responds positively to touch when it is applied in a gentle, positive and non-invasive manner.
Lymphatic therapy:
Lymphatic draingage therapy assists in reducing swelling caused by conditions that include sprains, strains and sometimes used in Sports Massage to assist in the healing of overused muscles.
Massage therapy:
What type of massage will I have?
When a massage therapist has been practicing for a while, most often they have experience in a number of different styles and techniques and so their massage style becomes unique to them.
Commonly this may include Swedish, Remedial, Sports, Trigger Point, Muscle Energy Release, Lymphatic, Chinese, Shiatsu, Thai, Aromatherapy and any number of other styles which have been developed over the years (there are many different styles).
It all depends on the interests of the therapist. Basically the aim is to manage pain. How this is achieved is different to each practitioner. The objective is to have a happy, stress free and pain free client, who is able to participate fully in their day-to-day life.
What happens at my massage consultation?
Your massage practitioner will ask you a number of questions about your medical history and why you have come for a massage consultation. This is only to establish that there are no reasons why you should not be able to have a massage – there are some medical conditions where massage therapy is not appropriate – these are called contra-indications.
What do I have to do while during a massage session?
Breath and enjoy the experience.
How much does a massage session cost?
Cost for:
* 30 minute consultation is $45.00
* 45 minute consultation is $60.00
* 60 minute consultation is $75.00
* 90 minute consultation is $110.00
(all prices include GST)
Can I get a health fund rebate for a massage session?
Yes, many health funds acknowledge the benefits of massage therapy provided the massage therapist is accredited with the appropriate authority and professional association. Again enquire about this at the time of making your appointment.
Is massage therapy recognised by the medical profession and health authorities?
Yes, many doctors are now referring patients to massage therapists.
Consultations
Information about consultations* with our practitioners:
Massage therapy appointments are available from 9.00am to 5.30pm - Monday to Friday, and 9.00am - 2.00pm on Saturday (closed Sunday's and Public Holidays).
Acupuncture consultations are available on Wednesday.
* All consultations are by appointment only.
How to make an appointment
All you need to do, is make a telephone call to talk to us on 02-9439-4584, or leave a message on the answer machine.
Online Appointments
Or make an appointment online go to:
www.nsntc.clickbook.net
When we are working with our clients, we have the policy of providing our clients with our undivided attention, so we divert the telephone to the answer message. Please leave a message with your name and telephone. We will call you back as soon as we possibly can.
What happens at my first appointment?
When you come to the practice for the first time, you will be asked about your medical history. This is to assist with your health care. It may also be appropriate to schedule a series of appointments to help you return to health and vitality.
Please note. All your details are taken and maintained in the strictest confidence. These are kept very secure and are not given or shared with anyone at all. To us as health practitioners, it is worth more than our professional standing to allow any unauthorised access to your personal and medical records.
Please see our website for more details.
QUALIFICATION DETAILS
Diploma Remedial Massage
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Service Categories
Deep Tissue Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, Remedial Massage, Sports Massage, Swedish Relaxation Massage
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