Massage

Remedial, sports and relaxation massage services are provided in the clinic by our highly experienced masseur Andrew Williams. 

Massage may be recommended as an adjunct to your chiropractic care, or something you may prefer to utilize as a stand-alone therapy.

About Massage

Regular massage assists in resolving soft tissue dysfunction, commonly manifesting itself as (but not be limited to) lower back pain, headaches and stiff/sore shoulders and neck. It reduces stress, assists with injury recovery (either from sport, surgery or an accident), and generally promoting health, wellbeing and a sensation of feeling great!

Relaxation Massage

Typically, a relaxation massage focuses on stress relief. The techniques are soothing, assisting in eliminating the production of stress chemicals in the body, but also honing in on any muscle tightness present.

Remedial Massage

A remedial massage typically works at a more analytical and deeper level, assessing and manipulating the soft tissues to address injuries and dysfunction. Techniques involve stroking, kneading, friction, compression, myofascial tension techniques and muscle stretching. Remedial techniques assist with inhibiting muscle spasms and resultant pain, increasing flexibility and breaking down scar tissue. A typical remedial treatment can involve orthopaedic assessment and testing, treatment and re-testing at the conclusion of or during the treatment.

Another remedial technique is manual lymphatic drainage (MLD), a very gentle and subtle technique which is particularly useful for reducing lymphoedema (swelling), boosting the immune system and clearing toxins from the body. Please discuss your needs with Andrew if considering an MLD treatment for the first time. A full body MLD treatment usually takes 90 minutes.
Depending on your needs, Andrew may combine a number of these modalities into your treatment.

Health Fund Rebates and HICAPS

Most of the private health funds’ ancillary benefits schemes (“extras”) offer rebates for remedial massage. Selected funds also participate in the on-the-spot online claiming system HICAPS, which is available at Gisborne Chiropractic Clinic. Check with your health fund or enquire with Andrew.

WorkCover

Andrew is a registered WorkCover provider. A referral from a GP is required.