Myofascial trigger points can cause chronic pain and affect a person’s range of motion. This can have a large impact on quality of life, mood, physical ability, and health. For…
A muscle strain is different from a muscle tear, many people get these injuries confused. A strain is an injury that involves a muscle or tendon being overstretched. Your doctor…
What is Myelopathy? Myelopathy is an injury to the spinal cord caused by severe compression that may be a result of spinal stenosis, disc degeneration, disc herniation, autoimmune disorders or…
My name’s Tegan and I’m new to the Centre 4 Health team. I originally am from the Gold Coast, Queensland where I worked alongside physiotherapists. The reason why I chose…
A lordotic curve is normal, but if your arch is too far inward, it’s called lordosis or swayback. This can manifest as lower back lordosis or cervical spine lordosis. Everyone’s…
Medication is a common way to prevent and treat migraine headaches, but some research suggests massage therapy may be helpful for some people. That’s especially good news for people who…
Varicose veins are swollen, twisted blood vessels just under your skin. They are most common on the legs and feet. Healthy leg veins have tiny one-way valves to help blood…
Lets talk joints!! The human body has three main types of joints. They’re categorized by the movement they allow! Synarthroses (immovable) These are fixed or fibrous joints. They’re defined as…
What is Frozen Shoulder? Frozen shoulder is a condition that causes pain in your shoulder. This pain usually prevents you from moving your arm, and the related lack of movement…
A muscle strain is an injury to a muscle or a tendon — the fibrous tissue that connects muscles to bones. Minor injuries may only overstretch a muscle or tendon,…
Lets talk!! If someone you know is pregnant and deserves a treatment but you aren’t sure about pregnancy massage, you have come to the right place!! I have been doing…
Trigger finger makes a finger get stuck in a bent position. It may straighten suddenly with a snap. The fingers most often affected are the ring finger and the thumb,…
What is Cupping? Cupping is an alternative therapy that involves suctioning the skin with glass, plastic, or silicone cups. It may help improve blood flow, boost immune function, remove toxins,…
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (commonly known as PTSD) is a psychological condition caused by experiencing, or being exposed to, a traumatic event. Such events may be, but are not…
What is multiple sclerosis (MS)? Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic illness that affects your central nervous system. Your nerve cells are surrounded by a layer called myelin. Myelin protects…
One of the most common issues our clients come to us for is a tight Latissimus Dorsi. A large, flat muscle located on the back that stretches out towards the…
Many people suffer from different levels of mental health. As mental health conditions become more common, people are seeking for more treatment options such as massage therapy. Feelings of anxiety…
Why is remedial massage good for Reconstructive surgery? After any surgery the body is exposed to trauma in the joints, muscles, and tissues. Post-operative massage improves the circulation of…
I recently visited PCYC in St Kilda and it was unbelievable. PCYC is a not-for-profit organisation mentoring young people of all ages and backgrounds. PCYC organise surf camps, walking, hiking…
Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis. Some people call it degenerative joint disease or “wear and tear†arthritis. It occurs most frequently in the hands, hips, and knees.…