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Remedial Massage.

A targeted, therapeutic approach to bodywork. Remedial focuses on the systematic assessment and treatment of muscles, tendons, ligaments and connective tissue, finding the root cause of pain and treating it for long-term effects.

60 — 120 minutes From $120 Health rebates apply
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The Shed clinic at Valdora where remedial sessions take place
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Tailored to you
What it treats

Targeted relief, real recovery.

Remedial Massage aims to reduce or eliminate pain and restore normal function of muscles and joints. It can increase mobility, stimulate the lymphatic system and promote blood flow, particularly to injured areas.

Pain & Injury Recovery

Address chronic pain or recent injury through focused, root-cause work.

  • Sports & overuse injuries
  • Back, neck & shoulder pain
  • Postural imbalances
  • Headaches & tension

Mobility & Flexibility

Restore range of motion and ease stiffness in joints and connective tissue.

  • Joint mobilisation
  • Muscle lengthening
  • Posture correction
  • Pre & post-exercise care

Circulation & Wellbeing

Stimulate blood flow, lymphatic drainage and overall system regulation.

  • Improved circulation
  • Lymphatic stimulation
  • Stress & tension release
  • Better sleep & recovery
Techniques

A toolkit, not a protocol.

Lorena draws from a range of evidence-based techniques and tailors them session by session. No two treatments are alike, because no two bodies are.

01

Trigger Point Therapy

Direct pressure on hyperirritable spots within muscle tissue to release referred pain patterns and restore function.

02

Myofascial Release

Slow, sustained pressure into the connective tissue that wraps your muscles, easing restrictions and restoring glide.

03

Active Release

You move while Lorena applies precise pressure, addressing scar tissue and restoring proper muscle function.

04

Positional Release

Gentle positioning that allows tight tissue to release on its own. Powerful for sensitive areas and acute pain.

What to expect

A session, step by step.

Each Remedial session follows a clear, predictable flow, designed to be both thorough and unrushed.

01

Consultation & assessment

Fully clothed, we discuss your goals, history and any pain points. Lorena assesses posture, movement and the areas that need attention.

≈ 10 min
02

Privacy to settle in

Lorena steps outside while you change, keeping underwear on and getting comfortable on the table face down or up, ready to begin.

≈ 2 min
03

Tailored treatment

The hands-on work begins. Trigger point, myofascial release, stretching, blending techniques to find and treat the root cause.

≈ 45 — 100 min
04

Aftercare & advice

Recovery suggestions, simple stretches to take home, and a treatment plan if your situation calls for ongoing work.

≈ 5 min

Claim through private health.

Remedial Massage falls under Australia's Health Care program, so you can claim benefits using your Health Care rebates as part of your private health plan. A receipt is provided after every session.

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Common Questions

Before your first session.

How is Remedial different from other massages?
Unlike traditional Swedish or relaxation massage, Remedial focuses on treating a particular injury or condition through targeted massage, stretching and strengthening work. It's clinical in approach but warm in delivery, and the goal is long-term resolution, not just relief in the moment.
What should I wear?
You'll be fully clothed for the assessment portion. After that, Lorena steps outside to give you privacy to change. You keep your underwear on and lay face down or face up on the table, ready for treatment. It's completely therapeutic, never invasive.
Can I claim through my private health fund?
Yes. Remedial Massage falls under the Health Care program in Australia, so you can claim through your private health fund (depending on your level of cover). Lorena is ANTA-registered, and you'll receive a receipt after each session to submit for your rebate.
Will it hurt?
Remedial can be deep, but it should never be unbearable. Lorena calibrates pressure to your body and your tolerance, checking in throughout the session. Some areas may feel intense in the moment but ease quickly, and you should leave feeling lighter, not bruised.
How many sessions will I need?
It depends on the condition. Acute issues sometimes resolve in 1-3 sessions, while chronic patterns benefit from regular ongoing care. After your first session, Lorena will give you an honest read on what your body likely needs, and there's no pressure to commit to a plan.
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Find the cause. Treat the pain.

Reserve your Remedial Massage online in under two minutes. Lorena will tailor your session the moment you arrive.

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