Why is Myotherapy The Ideal Treatment when you do Martial Arts?

By Ethan Farr, Sports Myotherapist & Exercise Scientist

As someone who has done martial arts throughout my early teens and now into adult life I have noticed a few changes in the way I need to train and how I can recover from said training. I still remember when I could jump straight into training without any form of warm up! These days I definitely take more time to warm up and stretch out, even before skipping - a pre warm-up warm-up if you will.
Warming up thoroughly and prioritising recovery has become an essential component of my martial arts routine. That being said throughout my martial arts journey I've discovered a valuable ally: Myotherapy!

Myotherapy can help with:

• Addressing Muscle Tension and Imbalances;
• Muscle recovery;
• Improved flexibility/mobility and pain free range of motion;
• Reduced risk of injury;
• Injury rehabilitation;
• and not to mention the enhancing Performance with the help of a skilled Myotherapist!

 
Myotherapy is a therapeutic approach designed to identify and target areas of muscle tension and imbalance within the body. Through a mixture/combination of techniques such as deep tissue massage and myofascial release, stripping, cross fibre frictions, trigger point release, and cupping, Myotherapists work to release tight muscles, alleviate "knots", and restore balance to the musculoskeletal system.
By addressing these issues, individuals can experience improved posture, reduced discomfort, and enhanced overall physical well-being.

Following intense physical activity or injury, muscles often require time and attention to recover fully. Myotherapy plays a crucial role in this process by promoting blood circulation, which helps deliver oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, aiding in their repair and regeneration. Additionally, techniques such as effleurage and petrissage can help reduce muscle soreness, allowing for faster and more efficient recovery.


One of the key benefits of Myotherapy is its ability to improve flexibility, mobility, range of motion and most importantly to most pain free range of motion. By targeting tight muscles and releasing fascial restrictions, your Myotherapist helps you achieve greater freedom of movement and flexibility in your joints. This not only reduces the risk of injury but also enhances overall physical performance and comfort in daily activities and aids in getting those kicks to head height.

Regular Myotherapy sessions can significantly reduce the risk of Martial Arts related injuries by addressing muscular imbalances, enhancing flexibility, and promoting better biomechanics (the quality of movement). By identifying areas of weakness or tightness before they develop into more serious issues, Myotherapy helps individuals maintain optimal musculoskeletal health and prevent injuries from occurring during physical activity or sports.


For individuals recovering from injuries, Myotherapy is an invaluable tool in the rehabilitation process. By targeting specific areas of tension or weakness, Myotherapy helps restore proper function and range of motion to injured muscles and joints. This not only accelerates the healing process through increasing blood flow to the area but also minimises the risk of re-injury by addressing underlying issues that may have contributed to the initial injury.

Beyond its therapeutic benefits, Myotherapy has been shown to enhance physical performance in athletes and active individuals. By improving flexibility, reducing muscle tension, and promoting efficient movement patterns, we can help individuals achieve peak performance levels in their chosen activities. Whether it's improving strength, speed, or endurance, regular treatments can provide athletes with a competitive edge and help them reach their full potential.


Myotherapy is a great option for all martial artists whether you’re pre/post a big grading session, in a training camp for a fight or even if you’re just trying to remedy those little niggles and aches that tend to pop up after some difficult training and sparring sessions. We can help with pain, tightness or injury related to all kinds of Martial Arts training, including Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai, Karate, and Boxing, just to name a few.

If you’re looking to improve your capabilities in martial arts or recover from injury make sure you get in and book with me! I understand exactly what your sport/art demands to get you back to your peak performance and keep you there!

​I'm currently available on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Sundays. Book with me to start your treatment and keep you at the top of your game.

Simple Wellness Myotherapy is located at Shop 12B/150 Kelletts Rd, Rowville VIC 3178. Additionally, you can contact us on (03) 8204 0970 to arrange an appointment today.