The Association for Professional Therapists

Massage for Injury Rehab

Qualified Therapist : Professional Therapy

Clinical experience and research tell us that massage therapy is effective for injury recovery.

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Use a Qualified Therapist

When delivered by a qualified remedial massage therapist or myotherapist, massage can lead to real therapeutic outcomes. Massage can also be an effective compliment to other therapies. This is supported by research studies which are summarised below.

However, a massage from a friend, or a massage from an unqualified person should not be confused with professional massage therapy delivered by a qualified therapist. The human body is a complex system which is why remedial message therapists and myotherapists must have the appropriate professional qualifications and competencies to provide therapeutic benefits.

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Find a Qualified Remedial Massage Therapist or Myotherapist

Look for the Massage & Myotherapy Australia logo when you choose a remedial massage therapist or myotherapist. Search for a qualified massage therapist or myotherapist on the Australian Massage Directory.

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Who are Qualified Therapists?

Qualified therapists are members of Massage & Myotherapy Australia who are required to hold one or more qualifications. These qualifications ensure the therapist has the competencies and knowledge to provide effective remedial massage and myotherapy services. Members are therapist required to undertake on-going professional development, including first aid to ensure the quality of service remains high.

What the research and clinical experience tells us

Reduced DOMs

In sports, evidence has supported the use of massage to reduce the effects of DOMs (Delayed onset muscle soreness) and improve flexibility

Pain Relief

Pain relief, and the positive psychological/physiological effects of touch and human interaction with low risk make massage an attractive and easily used response.

Effective for Lower Back Pain

Massage was most effective for lower back pain when combined with education and exercise, and when administered by a licensed therapist.

Clinical Improvement

Massage therapy should be strongly recommended as a pain management option. Researchers found clinical improvements in chronic low back pain in ‘real world’ primary healthcare.

Less Need for Prescriptions

Patients who had a general practitioner with additional complementary and alternative medicine training had lower health care costs and mortality rates. Reduced costs come from fewer hospital stays and fewer prescription drugs.

Lower Costs

Massage therapy services can help lower costs for certain conditions and types of treatments.

Measured Effects

Researchers measured effects including significantly improved heart rate variability and subjective relaxation.

Induced Relaxation

Standardised massages provided by therapists are capable of reliably inducing physiological and psychological states of relaxation.

Used in Elite Sports

Massage is used extensively in elite sports including the Australian Olympic Team.

Used in Rehab

Massage used extensively in government funded work & motor accident rehab schemes.

Find Out About Other Types of Massage Therapy

Musculoskeletal Massage

Find out about massage for musculoskeletal issues

Oncology Massage

Find out about oncology massage

Pregnancy Massage

Find out about pregnancy massage

Massage for Emotional Well-Being

Find out about massage for emotional well-being

Want to Become a Massage & Myotherapy Australia Member?

If you are interested in a career as a massage therapist or myotherapist find out becoming a Massage & Myotherapy Australia member on our website.

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