IS SOFT TISSUE THEREAPY A FANCY TERM FOR MASSAGE?
The Sports Massage Association describes Soft Tissue Therapy as; 'the managment, manipulation and rehabilitation of soft tissues in the body including muscles, tendons and ligaments'.
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Soft Tissue Therapy uses an array of techniques to treat the body bridging the gap between massage and a treatment that you may receive from an Osteopath, Physiotherapist or a Chiropractor. Soft Tissue Therapists can offset the work of other therapists because some injuries may not need Physiotherapy or Osteopathy but would benefit from hands-on-work that is more tailored and specific than a deep tissue massage.
Some techniques you may experience in soft tissue therapy include but not limited too; massage, acupuncture, cupping, IASTM & manipulation. So you could go to a Soft Tissue Therapist specifically for one of these treatments however, it is good to note that not all Soft Tissue Therapists will have the same skillset.
The difference between what a soft tissue therapist instead of a massage therapist, lays in the amount and the depth of training obtained. Soft tissue Therapy is more than about massage, it also about understanding anatomy and physiology, injury, rehabilitation and other physical pathologies.
I have trained with some incredible teachers and anatomists including John Sharkey in human cadaver dissection. I talk to surgeons, I liaise with and work alongside Osteopaths and physiotherapists. I have clinical and psychological supervisors to ensure that I am working to hold space correctly as well as continue my professional development. I attend events and conferences to keep updated on medical developments relevant to my work and after 10 years of practise.
Just like any kind of talking or hands-on therapy, each therapist is different. So it's good to take the time to read what your therapist offers and the skills that they have to see if they can give you what it is your body needs.
WHAT DO I TREAT?
If only it were that simple. I have people who see me for injury rehabilitation post ACL surgery. I have people who see me for post-surgical ScarWork. I have people who see me for physical maintenance, to facilitate strength training and for general wellbeing. I treat pain and I hold space. That pain could be back, pain, knee pain, ankle pain, shoulder pain, neck pain or something else. I work with doctors, consultants, clinicians and psychologists so if I don't think I am the right clinician for you I can guide you to where may be better for you.
Likewise, if you're not sure and you have questions, send me an email and I will be more than happy to have a conversation.
WHERE DO I TREAT?
Wednesday 10am - 10pm
Thursday 6pm - 9pm
Friday 12pm - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm
CAN YOU CLAIM SOFT TISSUE THERAPY ON HEALTH INSURANCE?
There are some Private Medical Health Insurance Companies which will allow for your to claim my service on your Insurance so it always worth checking your plan to see if you can claim back the treatment that you have had.
Cash Plans that you can claim my service from as I am registered with CNHC:
Simply Health, Westfield Health & Health Shield
Insurance companies I have been claimed from before, but is circumstantial:
Axa, Aviva, Bupa
There is no harm in asking as some insurance make allowances, depending on your plan