Joel Olsen, Myotherapist
"My career as a fashion stylist has always involved carrying a lot of Garments and shopping for clients. Several years ago I experienced frozen shoulder and sought help from Many 'recommended practitioners' and physiotherapists alike. Nothing helped; I was in constant pain, until I met Joel at Soma!
He was very careful to explain that I would need a few treatments close together for his work to be effective. Despite a little discomfort during those treatments, I have never looked back! I would always recommend a visit to Soma for anyone in pain Now!
What have you got to lose?
Pain!"

- Lyn

Hayley Smith, Myotherapist.
For a period, well in excess of 15 months, I have valued the association and physical benefits , professionally and expertly offered to me as a client of myotherapist, Haley Smith.

Each and every fortnight during this period, my understanding of my body has been enhanced by Hayley’s commitment and professionalism.

Along with Hayley’s expertise, she is able to draw on professional expertise offered by Soma staff.

Soma offers a wholistic approach to health and wellbeing and when necessary I have gained from the immediate referral to a practicioner available at the clinic.

The attention to client detail and professional follow up at a personal level is a strength of the personal and team approach offered at Soma. I highly recommend Hayley and the very professional team, of which she is a valued member.

- Felicity


Myotherapy

Your myotherapist is concerned with the individual as a whole, taking into consideration all factors which generally contribute to a persons’ symptoms. Pain and/or dysfunction affecting movement and mobility may arise for a myriad of reasons, however our Myotherapists’ are professionally trained to identify and treat the cause, rather than simply treating the symptom alone.

WHY MAY I NEED TO SEE A MYOTHERAPIST? Here at Soma Health and Wellness in Hawthorn, our Myotherapists' are qualified to apply care in the preventative, corrective and rehabilitative phases of therapy in order to restore and maintain the normal and pain free function of the soft tissue structure (muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia) of the human body. They are concerned with the individual as a whole, carefully taking into consideration environmental, emotional and/or biomechanical factors which are large contributors to one’s symptoms.

Often myofascial (myo – muscle and fascia – connective tissue) pain is described as a non-specific, deep seated ache, tightness or tender to the touch. The intensity of pain may vary and can often refer to other areas (referred pain patterns). Through the use of massage, muscle manipulation, dry needling and corrective exercises, Myotherapy can successfully assist with conditions such as:

  • Headaches and migraine pain
  • Back pain and back problems
  • Sciatica
  • Frozen shoulder, shoulder pain and impingement syndromes
  • Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue
  • Arthritic pains and joint dysfunction
  • Pains associated with pregnancy
  • Sports injuries
  • Occupational injuries
  • Stiffness and pain
  • Knee, leg and foot pains due to injuries or poor biomechanics
  • Hand and finger numbness and elbow pains
  • Pregnancy - Pre and post natal complaints
  • TMJ – jaw related problems
  • Chronic overuse injuries


What should I expect from a consultation? Your initial Myotherapy consultation will take 60 minutes including a thorough history taking, assessment of particular joints and range of movement, orthopedic testing where required, palpation of soft tissue integrity and hands-on treatment. This may include deep tissue massage, myofascial release, stretching, dry needling, mobilisation and relaxation work. Our Soma myotherapists are skilled to identify environmental factors that may be contributing to your pain and often indicate how to correct workplace and home ergonomics, prescribe stretches and exercises and outline lifestyle factors to be considered.

Can I claim Myotherapy on my private health insurance? Soma has the convenience of the HiCaps facilities for easy, on the spot claiming through your private health insurer. It is important that you contact your Private Health Insurer to determine if you are covered for Myotherapy services.

 


Therapist Anna YerondaisManaging Director/Myotherapist and Craniosacral Therapist
Anna has practiced in the allied health care industry for 12 years now. Qualified in Myotherapy (RMIT-1999), Anna’s passion for the work lead her to further studies in Craniosacral Therapy in Canada, Thai Massage in Thailand and many post graduate modules to further her hands-on skills.

Anna’s skills have enabled her to address all clients from a holistic manner, taking into careful consideration environmental, emotional and lifestyle factors, leading to successful and long term relief of pain and dysfunction. Some areas of expertise include Read More

 


Hayley SmithAdv. Dip. (Myotherapy)
Hayley has been in private practice with her Myotherapy over a number of years, and offers a variety of hands-on skills. She enjoys addressing a wide variety of conditions and often combines her remedial massage work with my myotherapy treatments.

“I find that incorporating a range of different modalities into a treatment such as dry needling, cupping, electrotherapy, gentle manipulative techniques, stretching and strengthening can become extremely beneficial to the client and their condition. Read More

 


Joel Olsen Adv. Dip. Remedial Massage (Myotherapist) and Infant Massage Instructor
Joel Olsen is an experienced Myotherapist who thrives on helping his clients reach their optimal health & wellness goals. He works effectively in tailoring his treatments to his client’s specific needs, ensuring that each person is treated as an individual. Demonstrating a wide variety of Myotherapy & Remedial Massage techniques, Joel is successful in addressing and resolving a range of injuries, chronic pain issues and offers general relief from day to day stress. Joel has also worked closely in a Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic where he was continued to develop a high level of skill in using his dry needling techniques for headaches & migraines. Read More

 


Keryn Arrowsmith Adv. Dip. Remedial Massage (Myotherapist)
Keryn Arrowsmith adopts modalities such as deep tissue massage, dry needling and soft tissue/joint mobilisation amongst other techniques to enhance her Myotherapy work. Her passion and determination for her work is reflected through the excellent results seen amongst her clientele. Keryn’s skills are varied enabling her to treat a wide variety of conditions and considering the patient as a whole. Read More