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If you suffer from musclular pain, stiffness or injury, come and see the experienced team at Muscleworx Myotherapy Essendon. Health fund rebates apply

Do you suffer from muscular aches and pains, sports injuries, headaches, lower back pain, sciatica, strains, sprains, poor posture, carpal tunnel syndrome, and tennis elbow just to name a few?? Then see the team at Muscleworx in Essendon to relieve your pain and symptoms. We can use several techniques to treat your particular condition:
soft tissue manipulation/massage,
deep tissue massage,
myofascial release,
trigger point therapy,
dry needling,
cupping,
corrective exercise/rehabilitative programs. Myotherapy (muscular therapy) is a form of physical therapy used to treat or prevent muscular and soft tissue pain and restricted joint movement. It involves assessing the injury or dysfunction, physically treating the pain using various techniques such as massage, dry needling and stretching, followed by rehabilitation of the soft tissue and underlying causes. Dysfunctions may be pain from injuries or chronic tightness that may arise from sporting, recreational or occupational activities, trauma or surgery, postural or genetic conditions, and may cause pain and stiffness resulting in restricted movement of a joint or mobility. The aims of myotherapy treatment are to decrease pain, improve muscular strength, flexibility and range of motion of a muscle or joint. To help manage the injury or dysfunction, corrective exercises, stretches and relevant advice are given to help manage the problem.

10/11/2025

🥴 MYOTHERAPY FOR NECK PAIN AND STIFFNESS 🥴

Neck pain and stiffness often originate from tension and strain in the muscles and ligaments that support the neck.

This discomfort can be triggered by poor posture, prolonged sitting, or sudden movements that jolt the cervical spine. In some cases, underlying issues such as arthritis or disc problems might contribute to the pain. It’s also not uncommon for neck pain to be a result of psychological stress that leads to muscle tension.

How Myotherapy Can Help Alleviate Neck Pain

Myotherapy presents itself as an exemplary solution for those suffering from neck pain and stiffness. With its targeted hands-on techniques, it can effectively address the deep-rooted causes of discomfort.

The treatment entails methods like massage, trigger point therapy, and various muscle manipulation techniques that alleviate pain by releasing tension in the neck muscles and improving blood flow. Myotherapy stimulates healing, reduces inflammation, and encourages the muscles to return to a relaxed state, thus significantly diminishing neck pain.

Don’t put up with neck pain any longer.
Book online: www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
Call: 93254463

03/11/2025

🧐 IS YOUR JAW CAUSING YOU PAIN? 🧐

Your jaw could be the cause of pain in the face, neck and headaches.

TEMPOROMANDIBULAR JOINT DYSFUNCTION (TMJ)

Jaw pain is a common complaint which is sought for treatment. In most cases jaw pain presents chronically but can also be acute in nature.

Common symptoms:

* Locking or clicking of the jaw, making it difficult to open or close your mouth.
* Pain or tenderness of your jaw.
* Pain in one or both of the temporomandibular joints.
* Aching pain in and around your ear.
* Ringing in the ears (tinnitus).
* Difficulty chewing or pain while chewing.
* Aching facial pain.

How can Myotherapy help?
Myotherapists are muscle specialists qualified to treat Facial Pain and Temporomandibular Joint Disorders (TMD).

Myotherapy is a physical therapy treatment that focuses on the preventative, corrective and rehabilitation phases of injury and pain management to maintain and achieve normal integrity of the soft tissue structure – Muscles, ligaments and tendons of the body.

Myotherapy treatment techniques applied:
* soft tissue manipulation
* corrective exercises
* thermal therapies, both hot and cold
* myofacial stretching
* dry needling

If your jaw might be the cause of your pain, book an appointment today.
Book online: www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
Call:
0393254463

27/10/2025

👉🏻 MYOTHERAPY CAN HELP WITH RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME 👈🏼

Myotherapy offers a natural way to ease RLS symptoms. It focuses on reducing the muscle tension that can trigger those restless sensations, helping you finally get the rest you need.

Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) is a condition that affects many people. It causes discomfort and trouble sleeping. The true cause is not fully understood. Yet, some factors do make RLS symptoms worse.

Symptoms of RLS
* An overwhelming urge to move your legs: This urge is particularly strong during rest and at night.
* Uncomfortable sensations: These may include throbbing, pulling, tingling, or a “crawling” feeling in your legs.
* Sleep disruption: The discomfort and urge to move make it difficult to fall asleep or stay asleep.
* Daytime fatigue: Poor sleep due to RLS can lead to feeling tired during the day.

Myotherapy targets the root causes of your RLS discomfort. By releasing muscle tension and improving circulation in your legs, it reduces those restless sensations and the overwhelming urge to move. This promotes deeper, more restful sleep.

Book online: www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
Call: 0393254463

20/10/2025

🏋️‍♀️ HOW MASSAGE CAN HELP IMPROVE YOUR POST-WORKOUT RECOVERY ROUTINE 🏋🏼‍♂️

Massage can significantly enhance your post-workout recovery by reducing muscle soreness, improving circulation, and speeding up the healing process.

After intense physical activity, muscles accumulate metabolic waste like lactic acid, which contributes to fatigue and stiffness. Massage helps flush out these waste products while delivering fresh oxygen and nutrients to muscle tissues, promoting faster repair.

It also helps relax tight muscles, release tension, and improve flexibility, reducing the risk of injury in future workouts. By stimulating the parasympathetic nervous system, massage encourages relaxation and reduces cortisol levels, helping the body shift into recovery mode more efficiently. This not only aids physical recovery but also supports mental well-being.

Regular post-exercise massage can lead to better performance, reduced downtime, and fewer aches, making it a valuable part of any fitness regimen. Whether through deep tissue work or lighter techniques, massage is a powerful tool for optimizing recovery and maintaining peak performance.

Improve your recovery with a treatment.
Book online: www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
Call:
0393254463

29/09/2025

👉🏻 WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN DRY NEEDLING AND ACUPUNCTURE? 👈🏻

Dry needling and acupuncture both use fine needles, but their purpose and approach differ. Dry needling is a modern technique used by remedial massage therapists and other health professionals to release tight muscles and deactivate trigger points. The focus is on reducing pain, restoring movement, and improving muscle function.

Acupuncture, on the other hand, is a traditional Chinese medicine practice that’s thousands of years old. It involves inserting needles into specific points along energy pathways (meridians) to restore balance, improve organ function, and support overall wellbeing.

While both methods may ease pain, dry needling is muscle-focused and clinical, whereas acupuncture is holistic and energy-based. Choosing the right approach depends on your individual needs and treatment goals.

If you would like to try dry needling, book an appointment online at www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au or call 0393254463.

22/09/2025

🤾🏼 DRY NEEDLING FOR SPORTS INJURY RECOVERY 🤾🏼

Dry needling is a targeted therapy used to aid recovery from sports injuries by releasing muscle tension, improving circulation, and reducing pain. Fine, sterile needles are inserted into myofascial trigger points—tight, sensitive areas within muscles—to stimulate a healing response.

This helps deactivate trigger points, restore normal muscle function, and increase range of motion. It’s particularly effective for treating strains, tendonitis, shin splints, and overuse injuries. Dry needling can also speed up recovery by reducing inflammation and promoting tissue repair.

The treatment is often used alongside remedial massage, stretching, and rehabilitation exercises for optimal results. Some muscle soreness may occur after treatment, but this usually resolves quickly.

Book your dry needling session either online or by phone.
www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
0393254463

15/09/2025

🦿 SHIN SPLINTS 🦿

Myotherapy is an effective approach for managing shin splints, a condition characterized by pain along the front or inner edge of the shin, often caused by overuse, muscle imbalances, or poor biomechanics. This condition is common among runners and athletes involved in high-impact activities.

Myotherapists use techniques like deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release to reduce tension in the muscles surrounding the tibia, including the tibialis anterior, calves, and soleus. This helps alleviate pain, improve circulation, and promote healing. Stretching exercises are incorporated to restore flexibility in tight muscles, while joint mobilization improves ankle mobility to enhance overall movement mechanics.

In addition to manual therapy, Myotherapists provide guidance on activity modification and proper footwear to prevent excessive strain. Strengthening exercises for the calves, shins, and feet are often recommended to improve muscle endurance and support the lower leg. With ongoing treatment, myotherapy can accelerate recovery, prevent recurrence, and enable a safe return to physical activities.

Don’t put up with shin pain any longer, book an appointment online at www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au or call 0393254463.

08/09/2025

🔥 HEAT THERAPY FOR A SORE NECK 🔥

One self-care technique that can provide relief for neck pain and stiffness is heat therapy. Heat therapy involves applying heat to the affected area to help relax muscles and promote healing.

By dilating local blood vessels and increasing blood flow, heat therapy improves circulation in the painful or stiff area. This increased blood flow can help warm up muscles and other soft tissues, increasing flexibility and reducing muscle tightness.

To apply heat therapy to the neck, you can use a heating pad, hot water bottle, warm towel, or even take a warm shower or bath. It is important to use heat therapy for short periods of time, typically about 15-20 minutes, and avoid applying heat directly to the skin to prevent burns.

If you are in need of treatment for your sore neck, book an appointment to see one of our Myotherapists or Remedial Therapists.

Online: www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
Call: 0393254463

01/09/2025

🙌🏻 TREATING MUSCLE STRAINS WITH MYOTHERAPY 🙌🏻

Myotherapy is a highly effective form of manual therapy that can provide relief and promote healing for muscle strains and sprains. Myotherapists use a variety of techniques to address these conditions. These techniques include massage, both sports and remedial techniques, as well as gentle movements of the affected body part through its range of motion.

Myotherapy can offer several benefits when it comes to treating and managing muscle strains. One of the key advantages is its ability to reduce inflammation. This can help to alleviate pain and facilitate the healing process.

Myotherapy also improves blood flow to the affected area, which aids in the repair and regeneration of the damaged muscle or tendon. By releasing tension in the muscles, myotherapy can reduce muscle spasms and cramps, allowing for better mobility and range of motion. Additionally, myotherapy promotes relaxation, which can be beneficial for individuals experiencing stress or anxiety related to their injury.

It is an effective treatment option for muscle strains and sprains. With its range of techniques and approaches, it can help reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, release tension in the muscles, and promote overall relaxation.

If you have suffered a strain or sprain, visit us today.
Book online: www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
Call: 0393254463

25/08/2025

👐🏻 HOW MYOTHERAPY CAN HELP WITH SPRAINS 👐🏻

Myotherapy has been proven to be a highly effective treatment for sprains, providing relief and promoting healing of the affected muscles and tendons. When a sprain occurs, the ligaments surrounding the joint become stretched or torn, leading to pain, swelling, and limited mobility.
By utilizing techniques like soft tissue manipulation, it helps to increase blood flow to the injured area, which promotes the delivery of essential nutrients and oxygen necessary for tissue repair.

This improved circulation also helps to reduce inflammation and swelling, alleviating pain and discomfort. Additionally, myotherapy can release tension in the surrounding muscles, allowing for better joint mobility and range of motion.

When treating sprains with myotherapy, specific techniques are utilized to target the affected area and enhance the healing process. These techniques may include gentle movements of the injured body part through its range of motion, which help to increase flexibility and prevent muscle stiffness. Hot or cold therapy may also be applied to reduce inflammation and relieve pain.

Myotherapy is a highly effective treatment option for sprains. Through its comprehensive range of techniques, it can help reduce inflammation, improve blood flow, release tension in the muscles, and enhance the healing process.

Try Myotherapy today.
Book online: www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au
Call: 0393254463

Address

127-131 Napier Street
Essendon, VIC
3040

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 8pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 8pm
Thursday	12pm - 8pm
Friday	9am - 8pm
Saturday	10am - 4pm

Website

http://www.muscleworxmyotherapy.com.au/

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