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Natalie Gossip announced Advanced Therapist
Rapid Recovery is pleased to announce that Natalie Gossip will move to the clinic’s Advanced Therapist pricing tier, effective 1 July 2026. The change recognises Natalie’s exceptional clinical expertise, unwavering commitment to patient care, and the outstanding results she has consistently delivered throughout her five-year journey with the clinic. As a highly experienced Remedial Massage…
Read MoreWhat does an Osteo do?
If you’ve ever experienced back pain, neck pain, headaches or a sporting injury, you’ve probably heard someone recommend seeing an Osteopath. But what exactly does an Osteopath do? An Osteopath is a university-qualified allied health professional who specialises in diagnosing, treating and managing conditions affecting the muscles, joints, nerves and connective tissues of the body.…
Read MoreTennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow: causes, symptoms and treatment
That nagging pain in your elbow isn’t something you should ignore. Whether it’s affecting your grip strength, making work uncomfortable, or stopping you from enjoying sport, Tennis Elbow and Golfer’s Elbow are two of the most common causes of elbow pain. Despite their sporting names, you don’t need to play tennis or golf to develop…
Read MoreRapid Recovery announces promotion of Dr Emily Laffin to newly created Head of Osteo role
Rapid Recovery is pleased to announce the promotion of Dr Emily Laffin to the newly created position of Head of Osteo. Over the past 12 months, Rapid Recovery has experienced significant growth in both the performance and development of its Osteopathy team. Emily has played a major role in that success through her commitment to…
Read MoreTendinopathy treatment
Understanding tendon pain and how to recover If you’ve been living with persistent tendon pain that just won’t go away, you may be dealing with tendinopathy. Unlike a short-term injury, tendinopathy is a chronic tendon condition that can cause ongoing pain, stiffness, weakness, and reduced function, making everyday activities more difficult. At Rapid Recovery, Senior…
Read MoreHow Remedial Massage can help manage Sciatica
Sciatica is a condition caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve in the L4-S3 vertebra. It is the largest nerve in the body. This nerve runs from the lower back, through the hips and glutes, and down each leg. When irritated, it can cause symptoms such as sharp or burning pain, tingling, numbness,…
Read MoreUnderstanding C-section scar release and how it works
A caesarean section scar is often treated as something that simply ‘heals and fades.’ But under the surface, it can be a little more complex. For many women, that scar can influence how their body feels and moves for months or even years after birth. This is where C-section scar release work comes in, and…
Read MoreIs massage safe in the first trimester?
Let’s talk about the elephant in the treatment room. The one where someone whispers “you can’t have a massage in the first trimester” like it is some sort of ancient medical law carved into stone tablets. Because here is the thing. It isn’t. There is a lot of fear around massage (and myotherapy) in early…
Read MoreHere’s how osteopathy can help with headaches
Headaches are one of the most common ways Australians experience pain, but not everyone understands the reasons behind why they experience headaches. There are multiple causes for headaches that cause you to have pain in different locations. Some of these include muscle tension in the neck and shoulders, poor posture when doing work at a…
Read MorePregnancy Massage
If you’ve never had a pregnancy massage before, it’s normal to feel a bit unsure about what actually happens. Do you lie on your stomach? Is it super gentle? Is it even worth it? Let’s walk through it so you know exactly what you’re walking into. How we begin Firstly, it will start with a…
Read MoreHow Remedial Massage can help relieve and manage Migraines and Headaches.
Headaches and Migraines can vary from a nagging annoyance to debilitating, that can side line you for days. While most people accept headaches as “normal” or solely rely on medication from GP’s to manage, there are other ways to get relief. The muscle connection Often the root cause of headaches and migraines can be hidden…
Read MoreMost running injuries are preventable — find out how
Every year, a significant portion of recreational and competitive runners experience an injury that sidelines them for weeks, sometimes months. The frustrating truth? The majority of these injuries are not accidents. They’re the result of patterns that build quietly over time, until the body simply can’t absorb any more load. As an osteopath, I see…
Read MoreUnderstanding chronic pain
When it comes to pain, every single one of us has at some point in our life experienced it. From a broken bone to those annoying paper cuts. Pain is almost a daily occurrence for all of us. For some people pain can last for a few days. Depending on the circumstance it can last weeks.…
Read MoreWhat’s more effective… Remedial Massage or anti inflammatory’s?
It’s a question we are often asked, especially for chronic lower back pain and with an over reliance by many on pharmaceutical drugs we thought we’d give our evidence based input. In many cases, particularly with more chronic injuries, inflammation isn’t the prime issue causing the pain… the majority of the time, the prime pain…
Read MoreMassage oil – Why we use the best!
With so many different types of oils and liniments on the market how do you know what is the best? Realistically it depends on it’s purpose. We have thoroughly researched and worked with an amazing oil distributer located just near Healesville, to create the best oil for clinic use! So what’s in this oil, and…
Read MoreHow your Massage Therapist keeps you active
Are you trying to be more active, or you are active and want to stay that way? It’s a common occurrence, particularly this time of year – Spring hits, we start to exercise more, but do we look after our body more now we are putting it through extra physical activity? Activities that we aren’t…
Read MoreHow Osteopath’s help investigate the root cause of your pain
At Rapid Recovery, we prioritise understanding the root causes of pain rather than simply treating symptoms. A holistic approach considers physical health, lifestyle factors, mental well-being, and physical habits, all essential for effective treatment. The importance of root causes Pain is a complex experience often stemming from multiple sources. While quick relief methods may seem…
Read MoreHow does massage help your HEADACHE?
So you’ve heard that massage can be really effective to help many kinds of headaches? But how does this actually work? Let’s dive into it! We’re going to look at the 2 most common type of headaches – a tension headache & a cervicogenic headache. Tension Headaches Tension headaches often feel like a diffused ache…
Read MoreJust injured yourself? Here’s all the info you need.
We’ve all been there. Injuries suck, pain sucks. If you’re reading this you’ve probably just hurt yourself, or want to know and understand what to do if you have. You may even just want to know how to help prevent it in the first place and you would definitely want to know how to stop…
Read MoreMoxibustion
What is Moxibustion? Imagine combining the benefit of dry needling with the healing properties of heat. In a nutshell, that is what Moxibustion at Rapid Recovery can do for you. Moxibustion is a specialised treatment that involves the burning of Moxa, made from a mix of charcoal and the herb mugwort (yes this was developed…
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