Osteopathy & Massage - FAQs

27/4/2017

OSTEOPATHY & MASSAGE - FAQS

How Do Massage and Osteopathy Work Together?

Vital Body is well established as a leading massage provider in New Zealand and we're excited to add Osteopathy to enhance your care.

For some existing clients, regular massage is the perfect way for you to perform better, manage tension and reduce stress. With 28 years experience between them, Paula and Kirsten are our dream team to look after you. If they pick up on restricted joints, misalignment or injuries, they'll refer you me, as your Osteopath.

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Regular Massage

13/3/2017

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Regular massage plays an important role in the life of any sports people, injured or not. We use a variety of technqiues to:

Reduce oedema (swelling) in injuried tissue
Break down scar tissue
Increase range of motion in joints and muscles
Prevent injuries
Maintain condition
Reduce pain
Relaxation / Recovery

Our therapists have experience in treating elite athletes locally and internationally, and are skilled not only in hands on treatment, but also assessment and exercise pescription. Book in now to find out how you are tracking.

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Benefits of Regular Massage

8/2/2017

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Massage is often referred to as a treat, but it is so much more than that. We know regular massage plays an important part in supporting health and well-being, including:

Improving flexibility and range of motion
Reducing stress related hormones
Managing pain conditions and injuries
Stimulating circulation
Boosting the immune system
Reducing anxiety and depression
Promoting sleep
Improving posture
Reducing injury risk
Keeps you in tip-top working order (just ask our regular builders, plumbers etc!)

Many of our clients come to us weekly, bi-monthly and monthly depending on their needs. Have a chat to us about your needs and consider including regular massage as part of your health care.

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Vitality Tips - Foot Massage

31/1/2017

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I love this little trick and it shows you what effect connective tissue has the whole body. Before you do this, try and touch your toes and make note of how far you can go. Next grab yourself a golf ball (the perfect size to fit under your feet) and massage the bottom of your feet by rolling your feet over the golf ball. This is easy to do while seated at your desk. Now try and touch your toes again. You should be able to go a lot further. Cool aye! And it’s great for tight calves and Plantar Fasciitis.

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How many treatments do I need?

11/1/2017

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It depends…generally speaking if it’s a disruption to a structure with poor blood supply (think discs, ligaments, tendons) then recovery can take 3-6 months, but if it’s an acute muscles spasm or joint lock, you can expect to get some relief in 2-3 treatments.

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Tuesday Tip - Want To Get Skills Like Ours?

22/4/2014

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I have just had the opportunity to be listed on New Zealand College of Massages graduates page and I thought it was a good time to share where I studied. If you have ever thought about learning what Claire and I do - or just have a taste with a weekend course, check out NZCM's link.

If you would like the opportunity to be taught by me (this is particularly targeted at the Physios and PTs with professional development points available) watch this space for tomorrows update!

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Tuesday Tip - Benefits of Massage

15/4/2014

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And you thought you only got massages to get fixed ;-)

Did you know studies show it also increases your ability to learn, reduces stress, improves sleep and helps you to be more happy! Pretty good reasons for you to start seeing massage as an important part of looking after yourself, and not just a 'treat'. So find a time that suits you and start looking after yourself.

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