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Melbourne Massage and Treatment’s Blog Massage Page

On this blog Giovanni will share his knowledge on topics related to the Massage industry and more.

“I believe the body is a complex machine that needs to be looked after not only by the physical touch.”

Within this page, you can find posts about complementary practices to massage which can help to improve your well-being on both a physical and emotional level.

Breathing technique to release the body and emotional tensions.

What exercises are good for the body and mind?

How to recognize the body tensions?

Muscle firing pattern.

Also, calling upon his long experience in the food industry, as a Chef and Pizza Maker, you can expect from time to time, Giovanni will share posts related to your food intake and well-being.

Each blog will include links to other pages, these will provide references to the topic being discussed or perhaps another relevant blog post to help explore the topic in greater detail.

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Lymphoedema Self-Assessment – What To Do and How?
10/11/2025

Lymphoedema is a chronic condition that affects men and women worldwide and is categorised into primary and secondary [...]

Shoulder Bursitis - What You Should Know
Shoulder Bursitis – What You Should Know

Shoulder bursitis is a frustrating condition that causes pain when lifting your arm, reaching overhead, or even lying [...]

03
Nov
Joint Mobilisation for Sciatica and back pain
Treating Sciatica and Back Pain with Myotherapy Techniques

Persistent back pain and sciatica can disrupt every part of daily life, from sitting comfortably to walking or [...]

29
Oct
How MLD Can Help with Swelling, Edema & Post Injury Recovery?

After an injury or surgery, swelling and discomfort can slow recovery and affect mobility. Managing this inflammation safely [...]

28
Oct
Giovanni showing how to do stability exercises along a myotherapy session to improve functional movement
How Myotherapy Can Help You With Functional Movement

Functional movement is all those types of movement that you may have been training at the gym, like [...]

27
Oct
hypertrophy VS strength training
Strength Training vs Hypertrophy Training

Exercise is the ultimate medicine for longevity and well-being. That said, there are different ways to exercise, and [...]

20
Oct
Vertebral Fracture Image Fitzroy North
Vertebral Fracture in Fitzroy North: What You Need to Know

Experiencing a vertebral fracture can be an overwhelming and challenging experience to recover from, but this doesn’t mean [...]

10
Oct
Fibrosis After Cosmetic Surgery | Post-Surgery MLD Melbourne
Fibrosis After Cosmetic Surgery | Post-Surgery MLD Melbourne

Within the last few years, cosmetic surgeries have been on the rise in Australia. These types of interventions [...]

24
Sep
2 person doing exercises for joint pain
How to differentiate Muscle Pain and Joint Pain – A Case Study

A pain response is a signal created by the brain to let you know that something within the [...]

09
Sep
How Remedial Massage Reduces Stress?
How Remedial Massage Reduces Stress?

Modern life places ongoing pressure on both body and mind, leaving many Australians searching for natural ways to [...]

30
Aug
Thai Yoga: Mobility & Relaxation
Thai Yoga: Mobility & Relaxation

Thai yoga combines assisted stretching with mindful breathing to restore mobility, release tension, and create deep relaxation. At [...]

28
Aug
Lipedema affecting legs but no arms
Understanding the Difference Between Lymphoedema and Lipoedema

 As a Lymphoedema therapist, I often get asked what the difference is between Lymphoedema and Lipedema. In this [...]

26
Aug
A picture of a GP referral for Lymphoedema with a deny symbol on it
No GP Referral Needed For Lymphoedema Treatment

When patients are seeking Lymphoedema treatment, they often ask if a GP referral is needed to start the [...]

13
Aug
A person at the single pulley machine doing exercises
Fat Loss – Why Lifting Weights Is More Effective Than Cardio

When we think of losing fat, the first action we picture in our head is to start running, [...]

05
Aug
a rapresentation of a body with an inflammation at the knee joint
Understanding Inflammation Post Injury

The term “inflammation” originates from the Latin word “inflammare”, meaning “to set on fire” or “to ignite”. And [...]

29
Jul
A photo with a group of people doing pilates class
Pilates VS Strength Training – Why do you better lift heavy?

When we have to choose what to do with our free time, in order to help our body [...]

23
Jul
Neural Tension vs Muscle Tightness
16/07/2025

I did stop counting the number of times I hear patients say that their hamstrings are tight, and [...]

Thoracic Outlet Syndrome rapresenation
Understanding Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: A Myotherapy Perspective

When the space between the collarbone and first rib gets tight, during movement or even at complete rest, [...]

10
Jul
Nerve structure
Nerve pain and nerve damage – How Mayotherapy can help

Nerves are the body tissue that control motion, sensory feeling, and can create a pain response. When nerves [...]

04
Jul
Drawing about stomach liposuction cosmetic surgery
Cosmetic Surgery Recovery and Lymphatic Drainage

Cosmetic surgeries have become increasingly common, with procedures such as liposuction, tummy tucks, facelifts, and breast augmentations helping [...]

25
Jun
TMJ anatomy and TMJ clicking explanation
TMJ Clicking: Why can be painful?

Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) disorders are a common source of jaw pain, clicking, and discomfort that can impact anyone [...]

21
Jun
A person on crotches due to bone fractures in the leg
Bone Fractures: The Critical Role of Exercise in Recovery

Bone fractures are a common injury, but with proper care and rehabilitation, bones can heal and regain strength. [...]

13
Jun
Table with the tissue healing time
Tissue Healing Time Frame

As part of our journey, an injury at any tissue level can happen at any time. When we [...]

06
Jun
Image of High Bar Back Squat
Back Squat: What’s your goal?

As a Clinical Myotherapist, I often work with patients who perform back squats as part of their exercise [...]

31
May