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Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan

Daniel O’Sullivan is a remedial massage therapist specializing in injury rehabilitation through soft tissue techniques and exercise therapy. Treat physical symptoms of stress and anxiety. Visit www.accelr8rehab.com.au.

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Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan

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  1. I am a remedial massage therapist who specializes in the rehabilitation of injuries through the use of soft tissue techniques and exercise. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan

  2. Within the two types of therapy: Remedial Massage – I use oil on skin and a balm Exercise Therapy – home exercise programs or gym programs Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan

  3. Remedial Massage The individual is a whole organism: everything is connected and related Shortened muscle tissue cannot work The soft tissues of the body respond to touch Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan

  4. The individual is a whole organism: everything is connected and related Fascia Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan

  5. Shortened muscle tissue cannot work Muscle Knots Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan

  6. The soft tissues of the body respond to touch Physical Release Emotional Release Placebo effect Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan

  7. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (acute) • Headache • Aches & Pains • Twitchy Muscles • Tired Eyes • Tense Shoulders

  8. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (acute) • Clenched Teeth • Hair Loss • High Blood Pressure • Digestive Issues

  9. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (chronic) • Pain of any kind • Heart disease • Digestive problems • Sleep problems

  10. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (chronic) • Depression • Obesity • Autoimmune diseases • Skin conditions, such as eczema

  11. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan An example of physical stress in a VSACT client: Eg. Debbie 45 year old female, home invasion, no physical contact with intruder but since the incident has had shortness breath, headaches, shooting pain down both arms, stiff neck, problems sleeping due to numbness in the arms.

  12. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan An example of physical stress in a VSACT client: Eg. Physical examination and questioning: Elevated shoulders, rounded shoulders, shallow breathing Further questioning reveals mild anxiety attacks and this is her first massage.

  13. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan An example of physical stress in a VSACT client: • shortness breath, • headaches, • shooting pain down both arms, • stiff neck, • problems sleeping, • numbness in the arms

  14. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan An example of physical stress in a VSACT client: • shortness breath, • headaches, • shooting pain down both arms, • stiff neck, • problems sleeping, • numbness in the arms

  15. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan An example of physical stress in a VSACT client: • shortness breath, • headaches, • shooting pain down both arms, • stiff neck, • problems sleeping, • numbness in the arms

  16. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan An example of physical stress in a VSACT client: Massage techniques

  17. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan An example of exercise therapy for a VSACT client: Eg. Joe has had a physical confrontation with a home intruder, injured his right shoulder, 3 sessions with physio, uncertain about continuing with his gym program. I can: • Alter existing program to ensure no re-injury • Restore physical confidence in client • Advise on further rehab or referral if required.

  18. Remedial Massage Exercise TherapyDaniel O’Sullivan www.accelr8rehab.com.au

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