Myotherapy Watsonia
What is Myotherapy?
Myotherapists who hold an Advanced Diploma of Myotherapy or Bachelor of Myotherapy are trained in using advanced assessment and treatment protocols.
Myotherapists employ a number of treatment modalities for use in pain management for chronic musculoskeletal conditions, postural conditions and sporting and occupational injuries.
In addition to manual manipulation therapy, treatment can include:
- myofascial dry needling
- electrical stimulations (TENS)
- corrective exercises
source: Massage and Myotherapy Australia
People usually see a Myotherapist for:
- Neck/Shoulder Pain
- Back Pain and other Back Problems
- Health and Wellness including Stress and Tension Reduction
- Headaches or Migraines
- Sports Injury Management and RehabilitationArthritis
- Other Acute Injury or Pain Conditions
- Other Chronic Reduced Function, Disability or Pain Conditions, e.g. Fatigue
- Occupational Overuse Syndrome
Andrea Carloni
Andrea is a skilled Remedial Massage Therapist and Myotherapist.
Andrea grew up in Toronto, Canada, enjoying a healthy lifestyle and embracing the great outdoors. She always knew she wanted a career that enabled her to help people, especially those that had specific health concerns. Andrea strongly believes in a holistic approach to healthcare and has held various roles within the health and wellness industry since 2008.
Andrea is particularly interested in working with the neurological rehabilitation processes of injuries, trauma, and recovery. She is passionate about educating and empowering her clients by sharing her own knowledge and skills to best help them reach their health and wellness goals.
Currently, Andrea is studying Certificate IV in Training and Assessment, which will allow her to teach and pass on her knowledge to other practitioners. In the future, she would also like to focus her studies and enhance her knowledge in the areas of Paediatrics, Rehabilitation and Research.
In her own time away from the clinic, Andrea likes to stay active, often seeking out a new hiking trail, preferable one with a café situated at the end! She also enjoys regularly practicing meditation and mindfulness. A real animal lover, Andrea also likes to hang out with friends and the fur-babies at the local dog park.