March 24, 2023
Due to the everyday stresses of life, it is only natural that we feel often feel emotional and physical distress. Emotional stress in our nervous system releases a hormone known commonly as Cortisol. Cortisol assists us in our natural flight or flight response, nevertheless, when our Cortisol levels are high, our bodies are negatively impacted. However your in luck, both Remedial and relaxation massage has the power to reduce cortisol levels in times of heightened stress and return the hormone to a healthy level.
Tight muscles are often the result of physical stress, which commonly presents itself in the form of headaches and clenching of the jaw. In stressful times have you noticed your shoulders gradually tightening, becoming uncomfortable, but when consciously relaxed there is an instant relief of the tension. This is a similar feeling to a how a remedial or relaxation massage can relieve stress in the body. Relief can also be found through other manual therapies such as Physiotherapy, Bowen Therapy, Myotherapy breath work, or even through an exercise class.
Other simple ways to find relief when you are at home is to:
If Remedial Massage is something you want to explore as an additional coping strategy for your mental health, and/or simply want to reduce your stress-induced tension points, we have availability for you. To book please give us a call on 9431 5955 and/or check out our online bookings.
October 08, 2026
What does it take to prepare for one of the toughest endurance events in the world? Follow Physio Bec's Road to Kona as she explores the balance of training, recovery, nutrition and multidisciplinary support required to perform at your best on race day.
September 28, 2026
Are you wondering if you are ready to return to sport? Read more to find out why rest isn't enough and how we use physical testing to see if the injury can handle your sport.
September 27, 2026
When pains seem to go away after resting and come right back when returning to activity, there's often a forgotten factor...tissue capacity. Here is the explanation for how the capacity, or ‘fitness’, of the painful tissue is allowing pain to return and why pain going away doesn't necessarily mean healing has taken place.
