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You don’t have to just put up with pregnancy pain
There’s a common idea in pregnancy that once your belly gets bigger, the aches, pains, pressure and discomfort are simply part of the deal. Your back hurts? You’re pregnant. Your hips are sore? You’re pregnant. Your pelvis feels like it’s being pulled in seventeen different directions and turning over in bed has somehow become an…
Read MoreIs your gym workout training the right muscles or causing you pain?
If you’re heading to the gym four, five or even six days a week, you’re probably putting a lot of effort into your training. But what happens when your hard work starts coming with lower back pain, neck pain or shoulder pain? Recently, I’ve seen a few clients who are training regularly but have started…
Read MoreIt hurts… but it feels good at the same time?
If you’ve ever had a massage or myotherapy treatment where you’ve thought: “This is going to sound weird, but it hurts… and somehow it feels good at the same time?” Not weird. Literally how I make a living. There is actually some interesting stuff happening within your nervous system that can help explain why a…
Read MoreHow Osteopathy can support your recovery after a work or transport accident
Suffering an injury at work or in a transport accident can affect much more than just the injured area. Pain, reduced movement and difficulty performing everyday activities can make it harder to work, exercise, sleep and participate in normal life. For eligible Victorians, osteopathy may form part of a broader rehabilitation program following a workplace…
Read MorePlantar Fascitis: Why your heel hurts
Stepped out of bed and felt that sharp stab in your heel? You’re far from alone. Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel and foot pain, particularly in people who spend a lot of time on their feet, walk or run regularly, or have recently changed their activity levels. While heel pain can be…
Read MoreIntroducing Dr Joel Lomas
We’re excited to welcome Dr Joel Lomas to the Rapid Recovery team at our Seville clinic. Joel is passionate about helping people recover from injury and get back to the activities they love — whether that’s sport, exercise, work or simply getting back to moving comfortably. With a background in sport and rehabilitation, Joel has…
Read MoreRib Pain — what it could mean and what you can do about it
Rib pain can be uncomfortable and sometimes a little worrying, particularly when it hurts to breathe, twist, cough or move. There are several possible causes of pain around the ribs and chest wall, including musculoskeletal conditions affecting the muscles, joints and other tissues in the area. However, not all rib or chest pain is musculoskeletal.…
Read MoreHow I work as a Remedial Therapist to relieve lower back pain
Thinking outside the box to help your lower back pain As a remedial massage therapist, I see so many clients with lower back pain. Some spend hours sitting at a desk or behind the wheel. Others work in the trades or jobs that involve lifting, bending and repetitive physical work. And sometimes, lower back pain…
Read MoreRemedial Hot Stone Massage: where therapy meets relaxation
Remedial massage is often associated with targeted work on areas of muscular tension, stiffness and discomfort. Hot stone massage, on the other hand, is known for its warmth and calming, relaxing feel. Remedial hot stone massage brings these two approaches together. By combining remedial massage techniques with heated stones, the treatment can focus on areas…
Read MoreWhat is Manual Lymphatic Drainage?
A guide to Lymphatic Massage By Natalie Gossip, Advanced Therapist If you’ve ever experienced swelling after surgery, felt heavy or puffy at the end of the day, or been diagnosed with lymphoedema or lipoedema, you’ve probably heard about Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD). This specialised treatment is a gentle, hands-on therapy designed to encourage the natural…
Read MoreJaw pain or TMJ Pain: why your jaw hurts (and what you can do about it)
If you’ve ever experienced jaw pain, you’ll know how quickly it can start affecting everyday life. Eating can become uncomfortable, talking may feel tiring, and even something as simple as yawning might trigger pain or a clicking sensation. Many people describe this as ‘TMJ’, but what they’re usually experiencing is temporomandibular disorder (TMD). TMD is…
Read MoreInternal Pelvic Release Therapy: gentle support for pelvic pain and pelvic floor dysfunction
If you’ve been living with pelvic pain, discomfort during pregnancy, pain with intimacy, or ongoing lower back or hip pain that just won’t settle, you may have been told “everything looks normal”—yet your symptoms continue. For many women, the missing piece may be the pelvic floor muscles. At Rapid Recovery, Advanced Myotherapist Haydie Peattie offers…
Read MorePregnancy Massage training strengthens clinical care at Rapid Recovery
At Rapid Recovery, ongoing professional development is an important part of providing high-quality, evidence-informed care. Last month, our Myotherapy and Remedial Massage Therapy teams participated in a hands-on workshop dedicated to pregnancy massage, pelvic girdle pain, and safe treatment techniques for expectant mothers. Led by Advanced Myotherapist Haydie Peattie, the workshop brought together practitioners from…
Read MoreHow can Dry Needling help? Benefits, what to expect & common questions
Dry needling is one of the treatments many people are curious about, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. In this article, Dr Steph Morstead explains what dry needling is, how it works, what it may help with, what treatment feels like, and why it’s often just one part of a personalised treatment plan.…
Read MorePosture, workplace ergonomics & osteopathy
Looking after your body at work Whether you work from home, spend your day at a desk, drive for long periods or are on your feet all day, work can mean spending a lot of time in the same positions or repeating the same movements. When neck, shoulder or back discomfort appears, it’s easy to…
Read MoreSeason taking it’s toll? When should you get those footy ‘niggles’ checked?
As we head towards the pointy end of the football season, with finals just around the corner, it’s pretty rare to find a player who feels 100%. One of the most common things I hear in the clinic is: “I thought it would settle on its own.” And, to be fair, sometimes it does. But…
Read MoreMeet Kaspar Svihla, remedial therapist
Rapid Recovery is pleased to welcome Kaspar Svihla to the team as our newest Remedial Massage Therapist. Kaspar brings a genuine passion for helping people feel and move better through hands-on care. After initially considering careers in nursing and paramedicine, he discovered remedial massage and quickly realised it was the perfect fit, allowing him to…
Read MoreWhich massage is right for you?
A guide to choosing the best treatment for your needs When you’re booking a massage, it isn’t always obvious which treatment is the best fit. You might be wondering: Should I book a remedial massage or deep tissue massage? Is hot stone massage only for relaxation? What does lymphatic drainage massage actually do? Which massage…
Read MoreConcussion: Symptoms, recovery & treatment – what you need to know
A concussion can happen during sport, at work, in a motor vehicle accident or even after a simple fall. While many people recover well, concussion is a brain injury that should never be ignored. Knowing the signs, getting the right assessment and understanding how to manage your recovery can help reduce complications and support a…
Read MoreUnderstanding Electro Dry Needling: How it may support recovery
Are muscle tightness, ongoing pain or restricted movement stopping you from doing the things you enjoy? Electro dry needling is one of the evidence-informed techniques that may be used by an Osteopath or Myotherapist to help manage musculoskeletal pain and support improved movement. At Rapid Recovery, we take an individualised approach to care. Following a…
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