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.

Myotherapists work with patients who have conditions like chronic back pain, headaches, sports injuries, postural problems, and general muscle soreness.

Techniques commonly used in myotherapy include:

• Deep tissue Massage: Various styles of therapeutic massage to release muscle tension.
• Dry needling: A technique where fine needles are inserted into trigger points to release muscle tightness.
• Stretching: Targeted stretching to improve flexibility and reduce muscle stiffness.
• Myofascial release: A technique aimed at releasing tension in the fascia (the connective tissue surrounding muscles).
• Graston technique (instrument assisted soft tissue mobilisation): A light scraping of the muscle with a metal tool to break down scar tissue and adhesions and create circulation.
• Cupping: Using suction and negative pressure, cupping therapy helps release tight soft tissue, break up adhesions, and lift connective tissue.