Foam Roller: Correct Use and Exercises for Self-Myofascial Release
A foam roller is a cylinder made of compressed foam which is available in many different sizes with the most common being 15x90cm. By using a foam roller we aim [...]
How to develop your backside without gym
For at least the last decade many physical therapists, trainers and exercise physiologists have spoken about the importance of our gluteal muscles and why we should strengthen them. More specifically [...]
Muscle Cramps
A muscle cramp is an involuntary contraction of a muscle that does not relax. When we use the muscles which can be controlled voluntarily, such as those of our arms [...]
X-Rays & MRI’s – To Scan or Not to Scan?
Two of the most common scans for spinal pain are x-rays and MRIs. Often a patient may ask if their back pain warrants an MRI to find out if it [...]
The New Years Resolutions of a Myotherapist
A warm welcome for 2018 I’m sure by now many of you have set your New Year’s resolutions and for some of you they may have already dropped off the [...]
The Role of Myotherapy in Pain Management
On Tuesday 28th November, Elite Myotherapy team members were very fortunate to have a Professional Development session by Dr Nick Christelis. Dr Nick Christelis is the Director and Co-founder of [...]
Why I work with a dentist to help my clients
I’ve decided to write about a group of practitioners who often refer to Myotherapists that a client may not commonly think of, and that is your Dentist. Why would a [...]
Are you getting enough treatment?
Whilst undergoing my studies into becoming a Myotherapist I was educated under the philosophy of “treating with the aim for discharge” which translates to a job well done. In an [...]
Knowledge is Power
I'd like to share a short story of what I consider to be one of my most unique experiences I had in my Myotherapy career to date. It has nothing [...]