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By Ethan Farr, Myotherapist Weight loss, something that many of us want to do, however even more of us fail to do it, maintain it or just fall off the bandwagon way too early. When it comes to weight loss, there isn’t a one size fits all approach and many of us look for an easy/instant fix but weight loss that can be maintained doesn’t come all that easy and is more nuanced than that. People tend to oversimplify weight loss and say “just eat less” or “exercise more” or even “try [insert] diet” which, yes, all of these can work but I’m here to give you clearer ways you can go about achieving these things to help you hit your weight loss goals.  Firstly let's address this 'eat less' component of weight loss, for those who love numbers and calculating, you can count calories. To do this I would suggest using a BMR (basal metabolic rate) calculator online which will give you an estimated number of calories you need to live and complete day to day activities. From there you can reduce your calorie intake by 10-20%, maintaining that amount each day and you will see weight loss results.
However most of us, myself included, don't have the time or the desire to go through their calories with a fine tooth comb every day and it can potentially lead to unhealthy habits. I found that when I was doing this I developed a bad relationship with food and an unhealthy obsession with calories in versus calories out. Instead, when it comes to diet I find it easier to make small changes and/or add healthier options instead of cutting things out. Some examples include:
Next let's look at the 'exercise more' component. While it is true that if you do more exercise you will burn more calories then if you don’t exercise but it’s also important to think about the kind of exercise you’re doing. A lot of people focus on cardio as the go-to exercise for weight loss, and while cardio can absolutely help, it’s only part of the equation. Weight training, for example, is a game-changer. Not only does it help you burn calories during the workout, but it also increases muscle mass, which in turn boosts your metabolism and BMR even while you're resting. Building muscle helps your body burn more calories at rest, which can help with weight loss in the long run. When it comes to exercise, finding something that you enjoy and can stick to is key. It's easy to burn out if you force yourself into a routine that feels like a chore. Experiment with different activities—whether it’s cycling, swimming, yoga, or strength training—until you find something that makes you excited to move your body. Unfortunately exercise alone won’t necessarily lead to weight loss as you simply can’t ‘out train’ a bad diet. However, let’s not forget that exercise is great and holds many other health benefits long term and isn’t just a weight loss tool. It improves quality of life, improves day to day movement quality and improves mental health, not to mention it keeps you more independent well into your retirement years and reduces your risk of fall injuries as it helps to maintain your bone density. Here are some basic movement goals to help you incorporate more exercise into your routine:
Achieving sustainable weight loss is more than just following a set of rules, quick fixes and fad diets. It’s about making mindful, balanced changes that work for your body and lifestyle. These changes need to be something you can maintain ongoing, not just something you struggle with for 4-8 weeks. Whether you focus on small dietary adjustments, adding more physical activity, or cultivating a positive relationship with food, the key is consistency and finding what makes you feel good. Remember, weight loss isn’t just about numbers—it’s about creating a healthier, happier version of yourself. So, experiment, listen to your body, and keep going, even when progress feels slow. When it comes to weight loss I prefer to look at the direction of change rather than the magnitude of change, as long as you’re continuing to move in a positive direction you’re already kicking goals. If you're ready to take the next step in your weight loss journey and need guidance tailored to your needs, book an appointment with me today. Let’s work together to create a plan that helps you achieve your goals in a sustainable, healthy way! By Rachael Bird, Myotherapist Tips for Using a Ball to Relieve Soreness on Your Trip So, it's time to head off for your trip! Here are some little tips to help you along the way when you get there. Bringing a ball with you—this might seem like a silly thing to do, but trust me, when you're feeling sore, it's a fantastic way to tackle those pesky tight spots while you're away.  How to Use the Ball
Taking care of minor issues, like soreness, is the best way to avoid bigger problems down the line. Rachael helps people every week stay ahead of these major issues. If you're still feeling sore after your trip, book online to keep yourself on track and prevent your sore spots from getting worse.
By Duke Autret, Myotherapist Manual therapy is often misunderstood as a long-term solution for managing pain or dysfunction. In reality, it is analogous to a medicine: a temporary aid intended to alleviate symptoms, restore function, and provide the body with an opportunity to recalibrate and heal. Like medicines, manual therapy is most effective when applied strategically during periods of need. Its ultimate aim is not to replace the body’s inherent healing capacities but to support them, enabling recovery and resilience in the long term.  Beyond Symptom Management: A Shift in Perspective from Health Hacks to Lifestyle Change
Many people seek out manual therapy as a way to relieve pain and discomfort, often expecting a quick fix. While symptom relief is a legitimate and valuable outcome, it’s important to recognise a broader issue in health and medicine, one where people prioritise "hacks" over sustainable change. In both conventional and manual medicine, there’s a common tendency to chase interventions that allow us to maintain our existing habits rather than addressing the deeper factors contributing to dysfunction. Whether it’s pharmaceuticals and surgeries in precision medicine or techniques and modalities in physical therapy, the focus is often on removing symptoms rather than understanding and adapting to the body's needs. This "symptom-centric" approach reduces health to a series of problems to be managed rather than a dynamic system to be supported. Yet, real change requires effort, self-responsibility, and often a willingness to step into discomfort. Our modern, fast-paced culture tends to value efficiency and control over deep, systemic adaptation, making it easy to see why people seek out quick fixes. However, when manual therapy is framed as a way to simply get back to habitual patterns rather than an opportunity to reassess movement, posture, and nervous system regulation, it risks becoming just another temporary solution rather than a true facilitator of healing. This isn't to say that symptom relief, pharmaceuticals, or even manual therapy lack value, they can play critical roles in recovery. But they should complement deeper work, not replace it. The real question shifts from “How can I fix this quickly?” to “What is my body asking of me, and how can I better support and be in good relationship with it over the long term?” Temporary vs. Timeless Relief: Building Independence While manual therapy can be highly effective in the moment, the true goal is fostering independence rather than dependence. Temporary relief is valuable, but over-reliance on any intervention can inhibit long-term progress. Someone else might be good at "fixing" you temporarily, but without learning to "fix" yourself, you may never achieve sustainable improvement. Understanding this distinction empowers you to embrace manual therapy as a strategic tool rather than solely a crutch. By focusing on teaching rather than fixing, practitioners guide you towards autonomy and the ability to manage your health independently. Principles Over Strategies: The Foundation of Lasting Relief One of the reasons people fail to find lasting relief, even after trying numerous treatments and exercises, is that they focus on strategies (what to do) rather than principles (why it works). Without addressing the root causes of dysfunction, be they structural, metabolic, or psychosocial, symptoms may persist or recur. Treatment outcomes improve when individuals shift their internal belief systems and engage with deeper understanding. This is why trying "everything" often fails if it doesn’t address the underlying issues. Sustainable change requires a principle-driven approach that integrates manual therapy with strategies addressing the mind-body connection. The Role of Manual Therapy in Healing Manual therapy can provide immediate benefits such as pain relief, improved mobility, and reduced tension. It creates the conditions necessary for the body’s self-healing mechanisms to activate, addressing specific impairments and restoring balance. For example:
Manual therapy also offers more than just biomechanical benefits. Its therapeutic effects also stem from its ability to mirror caregiving behaviours that are inherently soothing and healing to the nervous system and even mental and emotional health. For example:
Avoiding Dependence: The Limits of Manual Therapy Just as overusing medication can suppress the body’s natural processes or create dependency, relying on manual therapy indefinitely risks masking symptoms instead of resolving underlying issues. To promote long-term health, manual therapy should be complemented by broader strategies that empower individuals to take charge of their well-being. For instance:
Integrating Manual Therapy with Broader Strategies To maximise its effectiveness, manual therapy should be part of a comprehensive therapeutic approach. This includes:
Mind Over Matter: Connecting Mental and Physical Healing In many ways the body is a reflection of the mind. Without trying to be overly quantitative, it’s often said that healing is 80% mental and 20% physical. While manual therapy is addressing the physical body it also has the power to influence the mind-body connection. By calming the nervous system, reducing stress, and promoting relaxation, it can create the mental space needed for deeper healing. True recovery involves understanding how the mind and body work together. Manual therapy becomes a catalyst for this connection, empowering you to not only feel better physically but also to approach life with greater clarity and resilience. Beyond the Physical: The Psychosomatic Benefits of Manual Therapy Manual therapy’s impact extends beyond the biomechanical. It can have profound benefits for mental health and overall well-being by promoting physiological and psychological “flow.” This includes:
The Role of Maintenance in Ongoing Health and Well-being While the goal of manual therapy is often to foster independence and resilience, there is a valid place for ongoing maintenance or management in other certain circumstances as well. For individuals with chronic conditions, high physical or emotional demands, or systemic health challenges, regular sessions can play a pivotal role in maintaining overall health and well-being. Regular manual therapy can:
Manual Therapy: A Complement, Not a Crutch The key to effective manual therapy lies in recognising its purpose:
If you’re struggling with pain, mobility issues, or chronic tension, consider how manual therapy can be a part of your recovery journey. At Simple Wellness, our myotherapists and osteopaths specialise in using manual therapy to alleviate symptoms while guiding you toward long-term health. We combine hands-on techniques with active strategies like movement retraining, strengthening, and lifestyle coaching to help you achieve lasting results. Whether you’re looking for short-term relief or a sustainable plan for well-being, we’re here to support you. Book your appointment today and take the first step toward a healthier, more resilient you! By Peter Pascalis, Clinical Myotherapist 2 Minute Read Low back pain is commonly seen in clinical presentations. The cause of many back pain complaints is myofascial pain (coming from the muscles and fascia) or somatic referred pain (originating from the lumbar discs, facet joints, lumbar ligaments, and referred pain from the sacroiliac joints (SIJs). Other sources of back pain include nerve-related irritations or entrapments, such as sciatica (also known as Deep Gluteal Pain Syndrome) or peripheral neuropathies, where nerves become compressed by bony structures. This is by no means an exhaustive or comprehensive list of all the known causes of back pain, but these are some of the more common ones. Radiculopathy, which involves changes in sensation and strength in the lower limb, can also be associated with back pain.  Why is the cause of back pain important? When treating pain or dysfunction, it is crucial to understand, or at least infer, which structures or factors are involved to provide the best patient care. This knowledge allows us to direct treatment toward its resolution. Somatic pain may require slightly different treatments compared to painful radiculopathy, as different anatomical structures are affected. Treatments beneficial for nerve pathology may not be effective for muscle dysfunction. Some common treatments for muscular pain include soft and deep tissue massage, followed by activity modifications for a period of time, and exercise to address underlying factors such as weakness or instability that need to be addressed for long-term benefit. Dry needling can be very helpful in desensitizing painful structures by improving muscle health and delivering non-painful input into the nervous system, which can override the painful signals arriving at the spinal cord and brain. Nerve disorders can be significantly improved with techniques that decompress vertebral structures, as these are where the nerve roots exit the spine, and mobilization exercises aimed at moving the spinal nerve along its anatomical pathway, affecting the entire leg and spine. Education plays an invaluable role in treatment outcomes, as back pain has a strong association with mental health and other factors that contribute to lowering our pain threshold (the minimum stimulus required for us to perceive pain). Peter is our treating myotherapist who specialises in all things nerve and joint pain! He is dedicated to creating a safe space where he can support you through your recovery. Book your first consultation with him today!
By Megan Cornish, Myotherapist When tackling PCOS it is important to remember that the best treatment is going to be a combination of treatments. Lifestyle changes such as nutritional support, stress management and exercise are all important to help regulate hormonal imbalance and reduce PCOS symptoms. Unfortunately these changes don't have an effect overnight and consistency is key so while you are recovering flare ups and symptom management is going to be super important as this will keep pain under control and allow you to stay motivated and consistent in your recovery. That is where myotherapy comes in!  A Myotherapist's job - in a nutshell - is to keep you moving and/or progressing through treatment by managing pain and inflammation. The same applies for the treatment of PCOS. Myotherapy is able to effectively manage muscle and joint pain associated with all types of PCOS by using manual therapy to encourage blood flow and nutrients to the tissue, release endorphins (your feel good hormones), reduce inflammation and relax muscle tissue. We are also able to support hormone regulation by using massage to calm the central nervous system, reduce stress hormones (such as those associated with adrenal PCOS), increase insulin absorption and decrease blood glucose levels. In addition to the above, your Myotherapist will be able to help you identify aggravating factors and work with you to create a treatment plan that incorporates all aspects of your life to support your PCOS recovery all the while managing your symptoms and reducing your pain, sounds pretty good hey! Megan is our treating myotherapist who specialises in all things women's health! She is dedicated to creating a safe space where she can support you through your recovery. Book your first consultation with her today!
By Megan Cornish, Myotherapist Now that we know the different types of PCOS let's talk about how this relates to your musculoskeletal system and the effect PCOS can have on your muscle, joints and bones. In this blog we will explore the biomechanical implications that can occur as a result of hormonal imbalances associated with this condition.  Individuals with insulin resistance PCOS can experience musculoskeletal symptoms such as muscle and joint pain, low levels of energy, muscle weakness and fatigue due to the decreased absorption rate of glucose into your body's cells and tissues. Glucose and insulin are vital for a healthy musculoskeletal system and when their supply to tissues and cells are disrupted muscle strength and stamina as well as bone mass and density are affected. Those with this type of PCOS may also experience neuropathy (pins and needles) particularly in the hands and arms. Adrenal PCOS is associated with increased stress hormone release from the adrenal glands. When the body is experiencing chronic stress, all systems are affected including your musculoskeletal system. The release of hormones involved in Adrenal PCOS can cause muscle tightness, cramping, spasms, sarcopenia (loss of muscle mass) bone fragility and overall increased sensitization. Muscle bone and joint health can also be influenced by chronic inflammation and this is typically seen in those with Inflammatory PCOS. With this condition muscle mass and strength are significantly affected as well as symptoms of muscle and joint pain in response to elevated inflammatory markers. As you can see all of the above types of PCOS can have an affect on your musculoskeletal health due to the underlying chemical processes occurring in the body as a result of this condition. When you receive treatment for muscle or joint pain it is important for your treating practitioner to understand the effect your PCOS type is having on the tissues and bones in your musculoskeletal system in order to treat you effectively. Megan is our treating myotherapist who specialises in all things women's health! She is dedicated to creating a safe space where she can support you through your recovery. Book your first consultation with her today!
By Megan Cornish, Myotherapist Hormones are the chemical messengers involved in various bodily functions and responsible for maintaining balance in your body’s internal environment. So what happens when hormones become imbalanced? Well PCOS is just one hormonal condition that can occur as a result of hormonal imbalances within our bodies. So how do we address this and how can Myotherapy help? While hormones are not within our control, environmental and external factors are and it’s these things that we can use to our advantage when treating hormonal conditions like PCOS.  Understanding your Condition and PCOS Type Did you know that there are 4 different types of PCOS? Unfortunately your PCOS type is something that may not have been disclosed to you when you received your PCOS diagnosis and is the case with many women I treat, however understanding your PCOS type can be vital in determining the best treatment approach to combat your condition. So let me list them.
Insulin-Resistant PCOS Insulin-Resistant PCOS is the most common type of PCOS and this occurs when there is a higher level of insulin in the body. The hormone insulin is released in response to increased glucose (sugar) in the blood. Think of insulin like an uber for glucose (sugar) in the blood, insulin aids transportation of glucose to their destination which is muscle, liver and fat cells. Once transported glucose will be stored in these cells for energy later. When you are experiencing insulin resistance you are still producing insulin however the “insulin uber” is not transporting glucose effectively and now we have too many glucose hormones waiting for their uber to show up, as a result glucose is now accumulating in the blood. Adrenal PCOS Adrenal PCOS occurs as a result of hormones produced in a response to stress. In this type of PCOS a hormone called DHEA-S (Dehydroepiandrosterone - Sulfate) is secreted at a higher rate by the adrenal glands and this elevation of DHEA-S contributes to the hormonal imbalance seen in adrenal PCOS. Managing stress in this type of PCOS should be the priority in order to rebalance hormones and treat the condition effectively. Inflammatory PCOS Inflammation is a chemical response to injury or infection, it is our body’s way of healing itself. Usually inflammation is short term and clears up when the injury or infection is resolved. However, in this PCOS type inflammation has been chronic and ongoing over a long time which results in the ovaries producing too much testosterone. If this is your PCOS type it may be worth investigating the underlying cause of chronic inflammation so that it can be resolved or managed effectively. Post Pill PCOS Post Pill PCOS is the onset of PCOS after ceasing the contraceptive pill. This does not occur in everyone after stopping this medication however is something that can occur and is another type of PCOS. This happens as a result of a natural surge of hormones, however, you’ll be happy to hear that this type of PCOS is temporary as your hormones will start to regulate themselves with time. The good news is all of the above types of PCOS can be treated resulting in significant reduction of symptoms and better overall quality of life. The key is understanding your type of PCOS and making the correct lifestyle changes in order to combat PCOS once and for all! Megan is our treating myotherapist who specialises in all things women's health! She is dedicated to creating a safe space where she can support you through your recovery. Book your first consultation with her today!
By Ethan Farr, Sports Myotherapist & Exercise Scientist It’s the start of a new year and perhaps your resolution is to get back into running or just lose weight through running. Well here at Simple Wellness we’re here to support you! Even if it means you don’t need to see us due to injuries caused by running unprepared. I myself have decided to add running back into the lifestyle and here are a few things I have learnt to help keep me injury free and motivated enough to keep coming back to running. 
2. Set Clear, Manageable Goals for the short term, medium term and long term When you begin running, it’s easy to get excited and push yourself hard at first. But as with any new activity, it's important to start slow, set achievable goals, and gradually build up your stamina. Short-term goals: These should focus on developing consistency in your routine. For example, your goal could be to run for 15-20 minutes three times a week for the first few weeks. As you become more accustomed to the activity, you can gradually increase the time or distance. The goal here is to make running a regular habit without overloading your body. Medium-term goals: Once you’re comfortable with short runs, you can aim to increase the duration or intensity. Maybe you want to be able to run a 5K in a few months or increase your pace. At this stage, you might also consider incorporating interval training or hill runs to build strength and endurance. Long-term goals: After several months, your long-term goals could involve running a race, achieving a personal best, or running longer distances (like a 10K or marathon). Having long-term goals helps keep you motivated and focused on your progress. By breaking down your goals into short, medium, and long-term milestones, you ensure steady progression without overexertion, and it helps prevent the mental burnout that can come from unrealistic expectations and keeps you motivated because you are meeting your goals. 3. Educate Yourself on Running Form Running might seem like a simple, instinctive activity, but your body’s mechanics matter a great deal. Poor running form can lead to inefficiencies and increase the likelihood of injuries. Posture: A proper running posture starts with standing tall. Engage your core and avoid leaning too far forward or backward. Your shoulders should be relaxed, and your arms should move naturally with a slight bend at the elbows. Keep your head upright, looking forward, not down. Foot strike: Now this is highly contentious. It has been said that where your foot lands is crucial for maintaining efficiency and preventing stress on your joints. A lot of running coaches say you want to land midfoot (not on your heel or toes) but the current research shows very little impact on improved running performance or reduced injury risk from striking with the midfoot and some research shows what can actually increase risk of injury is trying to change how your foot strikes naturally to a midfoot strike. So I suggest going with what feels natural when it comes to how your foot is landing when running, avoid overstriding, which can put excessive force on the body. Think of keeping your steps light and quick. Breathing: Breathing rhythm is another often overlooked element of running. Practice deep belly breathing rather than shallow chest breathing to help reduce fatigue and increase oxygen delivery to your muscles. Aim for a consistent rhythm that matches your stride (e.g., inhale for two steps, exhale for two steps). As a beginner, it might take time to fine-tune these elements, but focusing on proper running form from the beginning will help you run more efficiently and reduce strain on your body. 4. And finally listen to your body While it’s great to have goals and be motivated, it’s equally important to listen to your body’s signals. Running is a high-impact activity, and pushing too hard too soon can lead to injuries like tendonitis, stress fractures, or muscle strains. If you feel pain (beyond just normal muscle soreness), it’s crucial to take a step back. Incorporate rest days into your weekly routine to allow your muscles and joints time to recover. If you're experiencing discomfort or tightness, consider stretching or using foam rollers to alleviate tension. As a Myotherapist, I recommend regular maintenance treatments such as soft tissue therapy to help keep muscles pliable and reduce the risk of overuse injuries. In conclusion, starting your running journey can be an exciting and fulfilling process, but it’s crucial to take it one step at a time. By investing in proper footwear, setting achievable goals, learning the basics of running form, and listening to your body’s needs, you can build a solid foundation for a lifelong running practice. Remember: your body needs time to adapt. Be patient, be consistent, and most importantly, enjoy the process of getting stronger, faster, and healthier with every step you take. If you want to see the difference a sports myotherapist/exercise scientist can make to your running journey, book yourself an appointment with me or call us on 03 8204 0970.
Happy running! By Megan Cornish, Myotherapist Calling all my fellow dancers! Regardless of what style you specialise in, as a dancer myself I am well aware that keeping our hips healthy whilst engaging in our sport can be challenging. This can be due to excessive load passing through the joint, the positional nature of the style (e.g. external rotation of hips in ballet) or repetitive strain over time. These external influences can sometimes lead to the development of overuse injuries of the hip or sudden onset injuries which can be painful and make it difficult to continue to participate in dance and other daily activities. So let's talk about common pathologies that can affect hips in dancers and how we can keep our hips happy and prevent injuries from occurring.  Common dysfunctions that can occur at the hip joint as a result of load, wear and tear and repetitive strain in dancers are progressive onset conditions such as cartilage degeneration, bone spurs, gluteal and hip flexor tendinopathy, and/or hip impingements. Sudden onset conditions can consist of an injury to a soft tissue such as labral tears, muscular strain and ligament and tendon tears or in severe cases a fracture to the bone itself. Regardless of the onset, any of the above pathologies can cause pain at the side, back or front of the hip as well as causing possible referral to other regions of the body, most commonly down the leg of the affected side or the lower back.
Although there are conditions that can occur at the hip joint, we can proactively do things to protect the healthy function of our hips and prevent issues from arrising. Dynamic Warm Up I'm sure we’ve all had our teachers take us through a high energy warm up routine before commencing each class and there is a good reason for this. Warming up our muscles prior to engaging in dance is super important to allow time for the soft tissues to get used to quick changes of direction and length which will prevent muscle strains and sprains. If you’ve ever done a fan kick and felt a quick pull in your hamstring you’ll know what I mean and your muscle was likely not warm enough to accommodate that movement safely. Cool Downs Cool downs after dance are just as important as warm ups when it comes to injury prevention and treatment of delayed onset muscle soreness. This gives muscle tissue time to return to their usual daily functions whilst increasing circulation and processing lactic acid build up from strenuous exercise. Strengthening Core This is an interesting one and is to do with muscular imbalances. When our core is weak there is less structural support happening through our lumbar spine and other muscles will overactivate to provide that stabilisation. Usually these will be muscles in our hamstring or hip flexor groups. When hamstrings and/or hip flexors overactivate, we get a recipe for potential complications at the hip joint so if we can share the amount of work these muscles have to take on with our core it can prevent that muscular imbalance from occurring. Have a look at your feet! Next time you are standing barefoot have a look down at your feet and see if you can observe any rolling inwards or outwards of the ankle. You can even try a mindfulness exercise where you close your eyes and take note of where you can feel the majority of your weight distribution is on the foot - can you feel it more on the outside of the foot? Is there more weight through your big toe? Your heel? Ect. Foot health can tell us a lot about what the hip is doing and can be a contributing factor to potential hip complications arising. Investing in supportive footwear throughout the day is highly recommended for us dancers as our pointe, jazz and/or tap shoes don’t always provide enough arch support which can affect our hips overtime. Don't push through pain My last point and arguably the most important is under no circumstances should you push through pain! Pain is your body’s way of letting you know that something isn’t quite right and therefore should never be ignored. My biggest piece of advice would be if you experience any pain, listen to your body, stop the movement causing pain, limit aggravating factors and get it assessed/ treated so that a cause can be identified and addressed before it worsens. Myotherapists are musculoskeletal experts who are experienced and qualified in treating a range of musculoskeletal conditions such as dancers hip! As a dancer myself and experiencing my own hip complications I am fully aware of the impact this can have on not only your ability to dance but complete daily activities and live comfortably. If you are a dancer of any style and are experiencing hip pain I highly encourage you to book an appointment so that we can get you back to moving the way you want to! By Ethan Farr, Sports Myotherapist & Exercise Scientist Sports Myotherapy is a specialised form of manual therapy that focuses on the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal injuries commonly encountered in athletes of all levels including young athlete development, elite and sub-elite level athletes to even your weekend warriors and general gym goers.  As a Myotherapist with a degree in Sports and Exercise Science, I'm the ideal sport focused therapist to help you move through a comprehensive rehab plan that considers your sport, your fitness, the other demands of your lifestyle including work, family and social life.
Sports Myotherapists like myself utilise a combination of hands-on techniques, such as deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, stretching, dry needling, cupping and corrective exercise, to address muscle imbalances, alleviate pain, and enhance athletic performance. Sports Myotherapists work closely with athletes to identify underlying biomechanical issues, design personalised treatment plans, and provide ongoing support to optimise recovery, improve performance and prevent future injuries, making it an integral component of athletic training programs. Exercise science is a multidisciplinary field that explores various aspects of human movement, physical activity, and exercise performance. It encompasses disciplines such as physiology, biomechanics, anatomy, kinesiology, psychology, and nutrition to study how the body responds and adapts to exercise and physical activity. Exercise scientists investigate topics such as the physiological effects of exercise on different systems of the body, the mechanics of human movement, the psychological factors influencing exercise behaviour and performance, and the role of nutrition in supporting physical activity and athletic performance. This field is crucial for understanding how exercise can be utilised for health promotion, athletic training, rehabilitation, and performance enhancement across diverse populations. Exercise science provides valuable insights into the biomechanics, physiology, and pathology of the human body during physical activity, which can inform myotherapy treatments in several ways. Understanding the principles of human movement and functional anatomy allows myotherapists to assess movement patterns, identify muscular imbalances, and pinpoint areas of dysfunction contributing to injury. Additionally, knowledge of exercise physiology enables myotherapists to tailor treatment interventions to enhance tissue healing, improve muscle strength and endurance, and optimise neuromuscular control. By integrating exercise science principles into myotherapy practice, therapists can develop comprehensive treatment plans that not only alleviate current symptoms but also address underlying causes and promote long-term musculoskeletal health and performance. Experience working in fitness and with athletes provides valuable insights that can significantly inform myotherapy treatments. Firstly, familiarity with various athletic activities and sports-specific movements allows myotherapists to understand the specific demands placed on the body during training and competition. This understanding enables them to tailor treatment plans to address the unique biomechanical stresses and patterns of movement associated with each individual sport, thus optimising treatment outcomes. Moreover, working with athletes offers exposure to a wide range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions commonly encountered in sports and fitness settings. This hands-on experience enhances a myotherapist's ability to assess, diagnose, and treat injuries effectively, drawing on practical knowledge gained from working with individuals across different sports and fitness levels. If you want to see the difference a sports myotherapist/exercise scientist can make to your sports rehab, return to match fitness and improved peak performance, book yourself an appointment with me at www.simplewellness.com.au/treatments-bookings or call us on 03 8204 0970. I would love to have the chance to help you be better than you thought was possible. |
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