A Myotherapist can do everything that a remedial massage therapist can do. However, a Myotherapist has an extra year of study usually in advanced techniques and knowledge of human anatomy and pathology, we also have a deeper understanding of TriggerPoints (often referred to as Knots, or a nodule in a taught band of muscle fibres). These trigger points can be stimulated to relax and in turn release the hypertension in the entire muscle.

Myotherapists assess and physically treat myofascial pain, injury and dysfunction affecting movement and mobility. Myotherapy is applied in the preventative, corrective and rehabilitative phases of therapy to restore and maintain the normal integrity of the soft tissue structures (muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia) of the human body through the use of massage, dry needling, cupping and advice on habitual behaviours.

Myofascial pain is often not specific and is sometimes described as a ‘deep ache’, ‘tightness’ or ‘tenderness’ in an area. It can vary in intensity and radiate or refer to other, uninvolved areas. Other symptoms can include decreased range of motion of muscles and joints, stiffness, fatigue, weakness, numbness or a tingling sensation. There are many other symptoms depending on the condition and sufferers can have more than one symptom.

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