Remedial massage is the most popular massage in Australia. Because it is recognised by Australian government and private insurance companies, to become professional massage therapist, most of people take the course and gain the qualification.
Remedial massage is oil massage but it's not just a massage with oil. The therapist combines various techniques to improve musculo-skeletal issues such as muscular pain/ache/discomfort/tension in shoulder, neck, back, lower back, hip, leg, feet, hands, arms etc., joint pain, headache, sports injuries and so on. Therapist works on not only superficial but also deep tissues. The pressure can be firmer than Swedish massage. But it is not always firm. It depends on client's condition and the therapist's style. Some therapists provide sports, deep tissue like massage, trigger point technique (one of the technique of myotherapy), stretches etc. The others use gentle styles. For example gentle style of myofascial release technique (this is also one of the myotherapy), craniosacral therapy, gentle relaxing soft massage, lymph drainage etc. There are practitioners who use both styles. Although each therapist learns and has different opinions and methods, they can adapt and accommodate proper treatment for each client's conditions. There are different and various ways but the aim is same.
For your reference, I introduce the definition in the below, so you would understand more.
Medibank private (The biggest Australian private insurance company)
"Remedial massage is the systematic assessment and treatment of the muscles, tendons, ligaments and connective tissues of the body to assist in rehabilitation, pain and injury management. It’s performed to create favourable conditions for the body to return to normal health after injury and is defined by the premise that the treatment can reasonably reverse certain physical effects a patient may be presenting. If a patient has suffered a moderate injury resulting in structural pain and/or loss of function, then remediation is required to reduce or eliminate pain and restore that function. Remedial massage is designed to balance muscle/soft tissue length, tension, tone which will in turn promote the return to normal joint/capsular/bone position; increase the flow of blood and lymph, particularly in the injured areas, thus removing blockages, damaged cells, scar tissue and adhesions resulting from injury. A remedial therapist must have knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology to determine where to treat patients. Their services must be based on best practice principles and before any remedial massage treatment begins, a thorough patient consultation and assessment is to be performed to ascertain the patient’s current health status. If the patient is suitable for remedial massage and relying on the patient’s feedback to identify the areas that require attention, the therapist can then apply the relevant and appropriate treatment."
https://www.medibank.com.au/content/dam/client/documents/pdfs/Remedial_Massage_Definition.pdf
nib (One of the biggest Australian private insurance company)
"Remedial massage is useful for easing pain and inflammation related to problems affecting muscles, tendons and soft tissue."
"Remedial massage therapists work on muscles, tendons, ligaments – any connective tissue or fascia within the body – to help alleviate any stiffness, soreness or pain and improve function"
"Using their training in human anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology (symptoms caused by disease or injury), remedial massage therapists treat strains, aches and sports injuries and trace pain to its source. "
"At your first appointment, your remedial massage therapist will want to get a good understanding of your health background and medical history, noting any surgeries, medications and health conditions you may have.
After a systemic assessment and discussion of your symptoms and expectations, the therapist will leave the room while you disrobe. Just the area being treated will be exposed to the practitioner; all other areas will be draped or clothed.
After treatment, the therapist will do another assessment to measure pain relief and changes in function, plus discuss your treatment plan moving forward. "
"A whole raft of different techniques can be used, depending on the symptoms the client has presented with, the types of medications they might be on and their health history"
"Just because it's a remedial massage doesn’t always mean it’s a deep-tissue massage."
"Remedial massage benefits: Increases range of motion, Relieves pain, Enables relaxation, Facilitates healing, Improves sleeping"
https://www.nib.com.au/the-checkup/remedial-massage-benefits-techniques
Health direct (Australian government-funded service and provides health information and advice)
"Remedial massage is a complementary therapy that aims to treat muscles that are damaged, knotted, tense or immobile. It is useful for a number of problems that affect the muscles, tendons and bones and can address a number of other health problems.
Remedial massage is used to locate and repair damaged areas of the body and speed up the body’s own healing processes. The pressure applied in this healing treatment can either be strong and deep or gentle and shallow, depending on the problem.
Problems with the muscles can trigger or radiate pain to other parts of the body. Remedial massage aims to trace the original reason for the pain, tackling both the cause of the problem and the symptoms.
Who is remedial massage for?
neck, shoulder or back pain
preventing injuries
headaches
sports or other injuries
arthritis
chronic pain
fatigue
anxiety or depression
to treat the side effects of cancer, such as lymphoedema, Anxiety
to manage the side effects of diabetes
to help with addiction rehabilitation "
https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/remedial-massage#:~:text=Remedial%20massage%20is%20a%20complementary,number%20of%20other%20health%20problems.
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