About Movement Myotherapy & Lymphatics
Myotherapy
Myotherapy is a holistic approach of physical therapy that focuses on the assessment, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. It primarily targets soft tissues, such as muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia, using techniques like deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, dry needling, stretching, and corrective exercises. Myotherapy aims to relieve pain, improve movement, and restore normal muscle and joint function. Treatments are typically tailored to the individual's specific needs and lifestyle.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) massage is a gentle, therapeutic massage technique designed to stimulate the flow of lymph fluid in the body. It is often used to help reduce swelling (lymphedema), improve immune function, and promote detoxification.
Key Features of MLD:
- Light, rhythmic strokes: Unlike deep tissue massage, MLD uses very light pressure and rhythmic, circular movements.
- Focuses on lymph nodes and vessels: It targets areas where lymph nodes are clustered (like the neck, armpits, abdomen, and groin).
- Promotes drainage: The goal is to move lymph fluid from congested areas toward functioning lymph nodes where it can be processed.
- Unlike deep tissue massage in MLD oil isnt used during the treatment, we want to work with the skin not on the skin.
Get to know your Myotherapist Rorri
Since I can remember I have had a fascination with sports, fitness, health and just how the body works in general. This fascination really drove my desire to become a remedial massage therapist, I started my study’s in 2017 with a Diploma of Remedial Massage and started working as a remedial therapist in 2019. While working I went on to complete my Advance Diploma of Myotherapy in 2021.
Since working as a Myotherapist I have worked with patients with sporting injuries, postural imbalances, chronic pain conditions, acute pain presentations and more. More recently I have undergone training in lymphatic drainage and it has quickly become a passion of mine and something I am diving further into each day as I believe this type of therapy is something that can benefit everyone in so many different ways. My favourite part of my job is I get to be part of helping people feel and move better
I love to travel, play football at St Joseph’s football club, get in a good gym sesh and always love a walk along the beach with my family and friends.
Can’t wait to see you for a treatment soon, book an appointment today.