What to expect during your first Geelong Myotherapy session.
What to Expect During Your First Myotherapy Session in Geelong
If you're considering Myotherapy to relieve muscle pain, improve mobility, or enhance recovery, you might be wondering what your first session will be like. Here in Geelong Myotherapy is on your doorstep. Never had it before then keep reading to find out exactly what to expect in your initial consultation and treatment.
1. Initial Consultation and Assessment
Your first session will begin with a discussion about your health history, lifestyle, and specific concerns. Tom AKA The Manx Myotherapist will ask about your past history and help unravel the story thats lead to you booking in your first appointment. Things we could discuss are symptoms your experiencing, what aggravates or makes things better, what you can and cant do, what youād like to achieve & what you might have tried in the past that either has or hasnāt worked.
Tom will then take you through a range of different assessments to see how your moving to identify areas of tension, weakness, or imbalance. This way we can make a plan or what needs attention.
2. Hands-On Treatment
Once the assessment is complete, the hands-on treatment begins. This may include:
Deep Tissue Massage: To help relieve tight muscles and improve circulation.
Trigger Point Therapy: To relieve specific points of tension.
Dry Needling: (If applicable and with your consent) To target deep muscular restriction and fasica.
Stretching and Joint Mobilisation: To improve range of motion and flexibility.
Cupping Therapy: (Optional) To enhance blood flow and reduce stiffness, improve mobility and decrease pain.
Myotherapy isnt about going as hard as possible, we have to work with the body and it could take time to get you to the point your happy with. This could require a follow up appointment or a complete treatment plan. We work together to achieve that goal.
3. Post-Treatment Guidance
After the treatment, Tom may spend some time guiding you through some after care which will continue to benefit you.
Stretches or exercises to maintain mobility, improve strength & further decrease pain.
Lifestyle adjustment including day to day small changes.
Hydration and recovery tips to enhance the benefits of the session.
Recommendations for follow-up treatments if needed.
4. How Will You Feel After?
Everybody responds different. There is no one fit all recipe. You may experience immediate relief, though some mild soreness can be normal, especially if deep tissue work was involved. Staying hydrated and doing gentle movement can help ease any discomfort.
Final Thoughts
Your first Geelong Myotherapy session is a step toward better mobility and pain relief. By understanding what to expect, you can approach it with confidence and maximize its benefits.
Follow up communication can be expected in the days after to see how your body is responding
Are you ready to give myotherapy a try? Book a session and take the first step towards feeling better!
Read our blog on Deep tissue massage and headache pain here
