Understanding 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…

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Is 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…

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Here’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…

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Pregnancy 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…

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How 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…

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Most 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…

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Understanding 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.…

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What’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…

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Massage 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…

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How 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…

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How 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…

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How 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…

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Just 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…

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Moxibustion

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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Remedial Massage: your path to optimal recovery from injury

Muscle strain, injury, or chronic pain can drastically change the life you lead. An athlete who wants to get back in the game and a person with an aching discomfort due to everyday life may benefit from remedial massage therapy as a targeted approach for speeding up healing and pain relief. Incorporating remedial massage can…

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Your path to wellness with Osteo

The average human body contains 206 bones, which form part of the musculoskeletal system, working in harmony with ligaments, muscles, and other connective tissues. These components operate together to support the body’s overall function. However, when they fall out of alignment, it can lead to injury or illness, impacting how we feel. If you’re experiencing…

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How 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. Pain is a complex experience often stemming from multiple sources. While quick relief methods may seem appealing, they frequently overlook underlying…

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Myotherapy: Restore muscle balance & alleviate chronic pain conditions

Trying to get the right kind of relief from chronic pain might be endless. In this regard, for those who want alternatives to medications or invasive treatments, a solution exists in myotherapy. Myotherapy focuses on addressing musculoskeletal-based pain and using massage therapy, among other therapeutic approaches. It aims to seek pain at its root and…

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How massage can support active people to keep active

At Rapid Recovery, we love seeing clients coming in before you hurt yourself. A good analogy is thinking like you get a car serviced. Ideally you’re getting that service before something goes wrong. When your car starts running a little rough, that service gets a bit more urgent. Ignore that niggle and here come the…

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Discovering the best massage to boost your performance & recovery

In today’s fast-paced world, the need for effective pain relief and injury recovery has never been more crucial. Whether you’re an athlete striving for peak performance or simply seeking relief from day-to-day aches, finding the right massage therapy can be a game-changer. If you’ve ever searched for “massage near me” and found yourself overwhelmed with…

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