Myotherapy: what is it?

Myotherapy is a form of physical therapy that focuses on the assessment, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal pain, particularly pain associated with muscle and soft tissue dysfunction. It involves the use of a variety of techniques, including manual therapy, dry needling, stretching, and corrective exercises, to alleviate pain, restore function, and improve mobility. See upcoming blogs for more on these techniques!

The main goals of myotherapy are:

Pain Relief: Myotherapists work to reduce or eliminate pain caused by muscle tension, trigger points (tight, painful spots in muscle tissue), and other musculoskeletal issues.
Improved Movement: Through targeted therapy, myotherapy helps improve range of motion and flexibility in affected muscles and joints.
Injury prevention: Myotherapists often provide advice on posture, ergonomics, and exercises to prevent future injury or discomfort.
Recovery: It is used to speed up recovery from injury or chronic musculoskeletal conditions by addressing the underlying causes of pain.

Our Shepp Myo uses a number of different techniques to get you back to feeling great!

Massage
Dry needling and electrostimulation
Cupping
Graston technique
Myofascial release
Stretching
Exercise prescription

Myotherapists are clinicians who have undergone formal higher-level education, and are accredited and registered with a professional body such as Myotherapy Association Australia.

Our Shepparton Myotherapist often works with patients who have conditions like chronic back pain, headaches, sports injuries, postural problems, and general muscle soreness.