Remedial massage for Unley
Remedial massage is targeted soft-tissue treatment for muscles that have become tight, overloaded or sore. Unlike a relaxation massage, the work is directed at specific areas and specific reasons - a shoulder that has stiffened up at a desk, calves that are not recovering between runs, a lower back that tightens by the end of the week.
What makes massage here different
Our remedial massage therapists work in the same building as our physiotherapists, and that changes what massage can do for you. If your therapist finds something that needs assessment rather than soft-tissue work, we can say so - and if you are already seeing one of our physiotherapists, your massage can be timed and targeted around that plan rather than running separately to it.
What a session involves
- A short conversation about where the problem is and what brings it on
- Hands-on treatment focused on those areas, at a pressure you are comfortable with
- Specific stretches or self-release to hold the change between sessions
- An honest steer towards physiotherapy assessment if the cause looks structural
Common reasons Unley clients book
- Neck and shoulder tightness from desk and screen work
- Recovery between training sessions or after an event
- Calf, hamstring and glute tightness in runners and cyclists
- General muscle soreness and tension that has built up over time
- Soft-tissue work alongside an existing physiotherapy or Clinical Pilates program
See also: Remedial Massage → · Physiotherapy Unley →
Appointments at 93 Goodwood Road
Remedial massage is bookable online without a physiotherapy appointment first. Side-street parking is available and the clinic is a short walk from the Goodwood tram and train stops.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between remedial and relaxation massage?
Relaxation massage is general and full-body. Remedial massage is directed at specific muscles for a specific reason - tightness, overload or soreness in an area you have identified - and usually involves firmer, more focused work in those areas.
Can I claim remedial massage on private health?
Many private health funds offer rebates for remedial massage with a qualified therapist. Check your level of cover and any annual limits with your fund.
Do I need a physiotherapy appointment first?
No - you can book remedial massage directly. If you have an injury, our team can help coordinate massage with your physiotherapy plan.
How firm is the pressure?
As firm as is useful and no firmer. Remedial work can be uncomfortable in tight areas, but it should not be something you have to endure - tell your therapist and they will adjust.
How often should I come?
It depends on what you are managing. Someone training hard might come fortnightly through a build; someone managing desk-related tightness might come monthly. Your therapist will give you a straight answer rather than a standing recommendation.