Lymphoedema is a chronic condition caused by a buildup of lymph fluid, leading to swelling, usually in the arms or legs. It can also affect the abdomen, chest, or genital area. It may result from cancer treatments (like mastectomy or radiation), surgery, or genetic factors (primary lymphoedema).

What are the differences between primary and secondary lymphoedema?

Primary Lymphoedema is genetic and occurs due to an inherited malfunction in the lymphatic system. Secondary Lymphoedema develops due to external factors like surgery (e.g., mastectomy), radiation therapy, trauma, or infection.

How can lymphoedema be managed?

Lymphoedema is a degenerative condition, meaning it worsens over time if untreated. However, proper management through Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT), compression garments, skin care, and exercise can significantly reduce symptoms and improve quality of life.

What is Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)?

MLD is a gentle, specialised massage technique that stimulates the lymphatic system to improve lymph flow, reduce swelling, and activate alternative lymphatic pathways (anastomosis) when the main vessels are damaged.

What is Combined Decongestive Therapy (CDT)?

CDT stands for Combined Decongestive Therapy and is about applying compression to the limb affected by lymphoedema to get the fluid in exceed to keep moving post MLD therapy.

Do you offer a free consultation?

Yes! I offer lymphoedema patients a free 15-minute phone consultation to discuss symptoms, treatment options, and how I can help.

Where is the clinic located?

Melbourne Massage and Treatment Lymphoedema clinic is conveniently located at 1/175 Holden Street, Fitzroy North, 3068, Victoria, Australia.

Can lymphoedema be cured?

While lymphoedema is a chronic condition, proper management can significantly reduce swelling, discomfort, and the risk of complications. Early intervention and consistent therapy are key.

Is compression therapy necessary for lymphoedema?

Yes, compression garments or bandages are essential in CDT to maintain pressure on tissues, prevent fluid re-accumulation, and support long-term management.

Can exercise help with lymphoedema?

Yes! Gentle, guided exercises can promote lymphatic drainage and improve mobility. Giovanni can recommend safe exercises tailored to your condition.

How often should I get MLD or CDT treatments?

The frequency depends on the severity of your condition. Some patients benefit from weekly sessions, while others may need maintenance treatments less often. Giovanni will create a personalised plan for you.

Does private health insurance cover lymphoedema treatments?

Some private health funds may cover part of the cost under myotherapy or lymphatic drainage therapy. Check with your provider for eligibility.

Myotherapy Fitzroy North

Are you looking for a good Myotherapy treatment? Look no further, Melbourne Massage & Treatment have you covered.

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What is Myotherapy?

Myotherapy is one of the core services at Melbourne Massage and Treatment, used to treat or prevent soft tissue pain and restricted joint movement.

Melbourne Massage and Treatment offers Myotherapy services that aim to improve your well-being by reducing aches and pains as well as enhancing your understanding of your body presentation.

In your myotherapy session, Giovanni will guide you through specific active, passive, and resisted movements allowing for a targeted and personalised treatment plan that suits your needs.

What to Expect from Myotherapy Treatment

Effective Treatment & Benefits: Myotherapy is effective for conditions like trigger points and nerve entrapment due to muscle tension. After a session, you can expect increased relaxation, improved range of motion, and lighter, looser joints.
Consistency: Myotherapy treatment requires consistency—typically 3 to 5 sessions—to address pain caused by imbalances along the joint chain. That said, the last sessions are more exercises based focus and and are shorter in duration.
Supportive Care: Corrective exercises are often prescribed during treatment and should be practiced at home to support recovery from conditions such as Sciatica, Carpal Tunnel, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Headaches.

What's The Difference Between Remedial Massage and Myotherapy?

Here is a short list of the major differences between Remedial Massage and Myotherapy:

Focus & Assessment: Myotherapy places greater emphasis on joint mobility and myofascial restrictions, while remedial techniques typically center on muscle tension and pain relief.
Techniques Used: Myotherapy incorporates methods like Dry Needling, which creates micro-tears in muscle tissue to trigger an immune response and improve muscle tone—beyond the standard manual approaches.
Joint Mobility Emphasis: It specifically addresses the range of motion of joints, both active and passive, aiming for functional improvement, whereas traditional massage may not go as in-depth in this area.

What Does a Myotherapy Session Look Like?

At Melbourne Massage and Treatment, Giovanni delivers tailored Myotherapy treatment to help you achieve your goal and feel better.

This process unpacks via:

Range of Motion (ROM) and Orthopedic Assessment: Each Myotherapy session includes a guided ROM evaluation and orthopedic test before and after treatment to assess body condition and track progress.
Your Feedback Is Key: You may feel pain or discomfort during the assesment and along the session — it's important to let Giovanni knows about it, as it would help to identify the affected structurs, like muscles, tendon or joints.
Tailored Treatment Plan: After evaluating ROM and muscle balance, Giovanni will create a personalized treatment plan to support your recovery journey
Session Setup & Comfort: During the treatment you’ll lie in various positions (prone, supine, or side-lying) and undress to underwear and bra, but rest assured — only the area being treated will be exposed, and towels will keep you covered at all times.
What to Wear: Arrive in comfortable attire to make changing and movement during the assesment session easier.

What Therapies Are Complementary To Myotherapy Treatment?

Myotherapy includes a series of techniques that can be combined to achieve the desired goal.

After your initial session, Giovanni will assess your condition and determine which combination of therapies best suits your specific needs. That said, you can still choose not to receive a specific treatment (ex., dry needling).
Complementary Therapies: Cupping, Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), and Dry Needling are often used alongside Myotherapy to enhance results and support the healing process.
Here is a complete list of treatment modalities that may get used in a Myothearpy session: MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage), Cupping, Trigger Point Therapy, Dry Needling, Joint Mobilisation, MFTT (Myofascial Trigger Point Therapy), MET (Muscle Energy Technique), PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation).

The Benefits Of Myotherapy

As this practice is still new, finding complete scientific-based evidence of Myotherapy benefits can be tricky. That said, as Myotherapy is a mix of hands-on treatment and exercise rehabilitation practice, it would be easier to break down its benefits by talking about what Myotherapy can help with:

Myotherapy session can help in improving chronic lower-back-pain presentations.
Reduce delayed onset muscle soreness .
Injury recovery: This is possible by addressing the injured area and creating a targeted treatment plan complete of hands on treatment and exercises to restore full body functionality.
Here you find a study from 2021 that did compare myotherapy treatment versus self care for patient with TMJ pain with teeth grinding, showing how Myotherapy was more effective than self management.

Additional Benefits

• Increases mobility • Helps the recovery of soft tissue injuries • Improves/corrects postural issues • Reduces muscle tension • Reduces chronic pain symptoms • Helps with sleep • Balances blood pressure • Improves concentration.

Melbourne Massage and Treatment - Myotherapy Accreditation

Giovanni is a qualified Clinical Myotherapist who trained at Torrens University and accomplished a Bachelor in Health Science Clinical Myotherapy. Along his training Giovanni did also study at RMIT (2020-2022) for the Advance Diploma in Myotherapy.

He also took a course with the Vodder Academy for MLD specific to Lymphoedema Management.

Myotherapy Prices

The appointment length is dictated by your presentation and the work that needs to be done.

For those who want to embark on a health journey, there is the Treatment Plan option. A series of sessions discounted by 10% to be used within 8 weeks of purchase. Available for returning clients only.

Testimonials

Great mix of modalities that really helped with my final stages of frozen shoulders to return my range of movement.

Giovanni is a skilled myotherapist who deeply cares for his clients well being. Upon arriving at the location, he greeted me with a warm welcome and was very accomodating by offering water. I came only for a lympathic drainage massage but had unexpectedly came out with greater self awareness of my body. He took the time to share his knowledge of the human anatomy, in particularly, the internal dysfunctions and physical limitations encompassing the body. I’ve come back for a few myotherapy and dry needling sessions and always leave his practice satisfied with the level of care provided. He tailors his treatments to your needs and prefers realistic and holistic approaches for recovery.

Giovanni is incredibly good at what he does. He has an amazing technique, is very knowledgeable and is great at explaining what the problems are and how to go about rectifying them. My back hasn't felt this good in years and I'm only a reasonably new client! I recommend him 100%

Myotherapy Fitzroy North

What is Myotherapy?

What to Expect from Myotherapy Treatment

What's The Difference Between Remedial Massage and Myotherapy?

What Does a Myotherapy Session Look Like?

What Therapies Are Complementary To Myotherapy Treatment?

The Benefits Of Myotherapy

Additional Benefits

Melbourne Massage and Treatment - Myotherapy Accreditation

Myotherapy Prices

Testimonials

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Services

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Myotherapy Fitzroy North

What is Myotherapy?

What to Expect from Myotherapy Treatment

What's The Difference Between Remedial Massage and Myotherapy?

What Does a Myotherapy Session Look Like?

What Therapies Are Complementary To Myotherapy Treatment?

The Benefits Of Myotherapy

Additional Benefits

Melbourne Massage and Treatment - Myotherapy Accreditation

Myotherapy Prices

Testimonials

Quick Links

Services

Opening Hours

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