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.
April 02, 2026
Our new dance screening combines objective strength testing with dance-specific expertise to assess strength, control, and movement quality. Each 45-minute session provides dancers with a clear summary of results and a personalised strength and conditioning program designed to support safer training, improved technique, and performance goals.
March 31, 2026
Warm‑ups before high‑intensity exercise consistently improve performance and reduce injury risk, but not all warm‑up methods are equally effective. Research shows that stretching, whether static or dynamic does not meaningfully enhance performance or prevent injuries for most sports. The most reliable warm‑up strategy is simple: rehearse the movements you’re about to do at a lower intensity, then gradually build up.
March 27, 2026
Physiotherapist takes you through the strong links between pain and stress. How these areas are interconnected and how we can best make a plan to help get your pain under control.
