MYO LAB BY CHAD

18/12/2025

Do your toes keep catching when you walk?

This is more common than you might think — and it’s not something to ignore.

One possible cause is peroneal nerve entrapment, which can lead to foot drop and increase the risk of trips and falls.

From a myotherapy perspective, tight muscles and fascia around the nerve can worsen compression and symptoms.

We’ve explained this in detail in our latest blog:
• What foot drop really is
• Why it happens more often as we age
• How myotherapy supports recovery and fall prevention

Read the full blog here ⬇️
(https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/are-you-struggling-to-lift-your-foot)

Peroneal Nerve Entrapment & Foot Drop – A Myotherapy Perspective

12/12/2025

Most people think pain happens because their muscles are weak or overworked.
But in real clinical practice, strength is often less important than
how well your body can control its movement.

Here are the two key systems behind pain-free, efficient movement 👇

✔ Proprioception – how your body senses position, movement speed, and force
✔ Motor Control – how your muscles activate in the right order, timing, and intensity

These two systems work together to:
• improve joint stability
• reduce overuse
• create smoother, more efficient movement
• prevent recurring pain and injuries

If you keep experiencing the same pain even when you exercise regularly,
it may be a sign that these systems need retraining.

At MYO LAB BY CHAD, we focus on restoring this sensory–motor connection through myotherapy, helping your body move with less pain and greater confidence.

👉 Read the full breakdown in our latest blog post! [https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/proprioception-motor-control]

The Two Systems Behind Pain-Free, Intelligent Movement

05/12/2025

Static Stretching vs Resistance Training – Which Improves Mobility Better?

If you want to improve mobility, stretching is usually the first thing that comes to mind.
But did you know that resistance training can improve mobility just as much — and often more?

Here’s why👇
• Stretching increases passive range
• Resistance training increases active, strength-controlled range
• Strong end-range = mobility you can actually use
• Better stability, better performance, better injury prevention

At MYO LAB BY CHAD, we focus on long-lasting mobility by combining:
Release → Activate → Strengthen

If you’re curious which method your body needs, check out the new blog below:
👉 Static Stretching vs Resistance Training
[https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/static-stretching-vs-resistance-training]

Better movement starts with strength — even for mobility.

-Which Improves Mobility Better? Part 2

29/11/2025

Static Stretching: Your Muscles Aren’t Actually Getting Longer — Your Nervous System Is Adapting

Many people think stretching physically lengthens the muscles,
but real flexibility comes from neural changes, not structural ones.

When you stretch gently and slowly, the nervous system learns that the movement is safe.
This reduces protective tension and allows your range of motion to increase.

But when you push too hard or feel sharp pain, the opposite happens —
your body tightens to protect itself (stretch reflex).

✔ Slow
✔ No pain
✔ Deep breathing
✔ Comfortable environment

These are the keys to effective, sustainable flexibility.

Read more [https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/static-stretching-your-muscles-aren%E2%80%99t-getting-longer]

-Your Nervous System Is Learning to Relax

20/11/2025

Are you experiencing persistent groin pain that flares up with twisting, sprinting, kicking, or sudden movements?

This condition is more common than you think—and it’s not always a simple muscle strain.
In my latest blog, I explain Athletic Pubalgia (Sports Hernia) in a way that’s easy to understand:

✔ What causes it
✔ Common symptoms
✔ Why it’s often misdiagnosed
✔ AND how a myotherapist approaches treatment from a whole-body perspective

If you or someone you know has lingering groin pain, this guide might help.

👉 Read the full blog here: [https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/athletic-pubalgia-sports-hernia]

A Complete Guide for Active Individuals

14/11/2025

Trigger Points & Dry Needling — New Blog Post!

Do you experience muscle tightness that never fully goes away?
Or a deep ache that suddenly shoots to another area when pressed?
These are classic signs of trigger points.

We’ve published a new blog that breaks down:

What trigger points actually are
How they create referred pain
The science behind dry needling
Why some people get instant relief
When myotherapy is the right choice

If you’ve been curious about how dry needling works or why your pain keeps returning, this blog explains everything in simple, clear terms.

👉 Read the full blog on our website:
[https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/trigger-points-dry-needling]

: The Science of Releasing Muscle Tension

06/11/2025

Growing Knee Pain in Your Child?

If your child in Mornington complains of pain just below the knee, it could be Osgood-Schlatter Disease—common in active kids aged 10–15.

Signs to watch:
• Pain below the knee bump
• Pain worsens during sports, eases with rest
• Swelling or noticeable bump

Myotherapy in Mornington can help manage pain with gentle stretching, myofascial release, and activity guidance.

Don’t ignore growing knee pain! Early management helps your child stay active and pain-free.

👉 Read our full guide here: [https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/growing-pains-in-the-knee]

Complete Guide to Osgood-Schlatter Disease in Mornington

31/10/2025

Chronic neck pain and headaches — is it just a muscle issue?
Often, the problem lies in the interaction between vision and neck muscles.
• Limited vision or visual fatigue → compensatory head/neck movements → muscle tension
• Sensory reweighting → impaired spatial awareness and balance

At Mornington Myotherapy, we approach both neck muscles and visual-motor integration, helping to relieve chronic pain and headaches at the root.

📌 Read the full blog here: [https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/the-connection-between-the-optic-nerve-and-neck-muscles]
📞 Book / Contact: 0432 061 208

17/10/2025

Do your neck and shoulders always feel tight — even after stretching or massage? 🤔
It could be more than just tension — it might be Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS), a postural imbalance that affects many people who sit or use devices for long hours.

Discover what causes it and how myotherapy can help you fix it for good. 💆‍♂️
👇 Read the full article here:

[https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/upper-crossed-syndrome]

11/10/2025

Why does standing straight make your back hurt more?

If you have swayback posture, simply “pulling your shoulders back” or “standing tall” can often worsen your pain.
This posture involves a forward-shifted pelvis, flat or curved lower back, rounded shoulders, and a head that juts forward — a complex imbalance that affects your muscles, joints, and even your nervous system.

At MYO LAB BY CHAD, we don’t just stretch tight muscles.
We use manual therapy and myotherapy to realign your body, retrain your movement patterns, and help you move without pain again.

✅ Restore balance.
✅ Relieve pain.
✅ Relearn movement.

Read more about swayback posture and our treatment approach here:
[https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/why-does-my-back-hurt-more-when-i-try-to-stand-straight]

04/10/2025

Tech Neck – A Not-So-Smart Posture Caused by Smart Devices

Do you spend hours looking down at your phone or laptop?
Your head tilt might be putting up to 27kg of stress on your neck

Common signs:
Neck stiffness & shoulder tension
Headaches
Rounded upper back / forward head posture

The good news? Tech Neck can be managed with the right treatment + daily habits.

At MYO LAB BY CHAD, we help restore balance, relieve pain, and correct posture.
Don’t let Tech Neck become chronic.

🔗 Read the full blog for tips + simple exercises: [https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/tech-neck-%E2%80%93-a-not-so-smart-posture-caused-by-smart-devices]

A Myotherapist’s Guide to Managing Modern Neck Pain

24/09/2025

Tired of neck and shoulder tension?

Chances are… you’re breathing mostly with your chest and neck. This shallow breathing can actually make pain worse!

Switch to abdominal breathing:
• Deep, slow breaths
• Relaxes your mind and body
• Improves posture, digestion, and circulation

It only takes 5–10 minutes a day to start feeling the difference!

💡 Curious how? Check out our full guide on the blog: [https://myolabbychad.com/chads-blog/f/chest-and-neck-breathing-vs-abdominal-breathing]