Remedial Massage

Remedial Massage is used to remedy a musculoskeletal complaint.
Are you thinking what on earth does that mean? We use massage and soft tissue techniques to help you feel better!

So, who is Remedial Massage good for?

Anyone suffering from:

Headaches
Stress
Lower back pain
Neck tension
Tight muscles
Joint aches
Tennis elbow
Numbness and tingling

Depression and anxiety
Knee pain
Joint pain
Muscles soreness from exercise
Poor sleep
Sciatic leg pain
Delayed recovery from sport
Osteoarthritis

Headaches
Stress
Lower back pain
Neck tension
Tight muscles
Joint aches
Tennis elbow
Numbness and tingling
Depression and anxiety
Knee pain
Joint pain
Muscles soreness from exercise
Poor sleep
Sciatic leg pain
Delayed recovery from sport
Osteoarthritis

Then Remedial Massage may be the best solution to your problem!

But why pick G-Vitalize?

We have a unique and specialised systematic screening process to make sure we understand your bodys individual needs!

At G-Vitalize we test, not guess!

Using a specialized systemic screening process, we analyze our client’s posture, bio mechanics and use orthopedic and special tests to assess where and how the body may be out of balance. We then work through an individualized treatment plan to get our clients as pain free as quick as possible. Our Remedial therapists all undergo specific training and constant mentoring to maintain a high level of skill.

And remedial massage can be claimed on your private health via our hicaps machine.

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Benefits of Regular Massage

Regular massage as part of a healthy diet and regular exercise can help reduce your risk of lifestyle related diseases and morbidity. Ancient populations used body work or massage to prevent and treat many illness, non-medicated pain relief and injuries. Not only does regular massage reduce stress levels, it also improves circulation which allows more oxygen and nutrients to be delivered to tissues, supports the immune system by stimulating the lymphatic system, reduces muscular tension by smoothing out muscular and fascial adhesions, speeds up recovery time by enhancing the musculoskeletal repair process as well as removing toxins and wastes from overused muscles, releases endorphins allowing a deeper level of relaxation and mental wellbeing and releasing energy blocks allowing for a better balanced chi or energy flow.

Sports Massage

Sports massage is great for fit active individuals. Not only can it be beneficial for athletes to improve their biomechanical performance it can also help with the psychological aspects of sport.

Unlike Remedial where the therapists select the technique they feel is best to relieve dysfunction, your pressure and techniques used in a Sports massage is dependent on where the client is in their training program. Therapist’s will use a combination of stretching, deep tissue, MET, PNF and active release as well as recovery massage after a big event to improve recovery times.

Your therapist will work with you to determine which style and techniques are required based on where the athlete is in their training program and how their body is reacting to that training program.

Triathletes achieve best results when receiving pre and post event massage with lighter pressure designed to flush the muscles groups ready for the athlete event or to promote recovery post event.

Heavy weightlifters and gym goers may need deeper pressure and Trigger Point Therapy to decrease muscles adhesions and improve joint range of motion to improve strength and muscle gains.

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Relaxation Massage

A full body relaxation massage is perfect for anyone who has a busy lifestyle, needs some down time to relax or has general aches and pains.

All of our G-Vitalize Remedial Therapists are trained in Relaxation massage, also known as Swedish Massage.

Who is a relaxation massage good for?

A relaxation massage is best used for individuals under high stress levels or individual with poor circulation. As one relaxes their nervous system shifts from an alert, fight or flight state into a relaxed parasympathetic rest and digest state. This helps to lower cortisone which is a stress related hormone which increases one’s chance of weight gain, illness and hormonal dysfunction.

What is the pressure like in a relaxation massage?

The pressure is usually lighter in a relaxation massage however a firmer approach can be used just simply mention your pressure request with your Therapist.

Health Benefits of Relaxation Massage include:

Naturally lowers high blood pressure
Improves quality of sleep
Stimulates immune system by boosting white blood cells
Improves circulation
Decreases tense or hypertonic muscle
Naturally lowers stress levels
Aids in hormonal balancing
Natural way to help with depression and anxiety
Improves lymphatic flow

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Dry Needling

Beneficial for muscle pain, dry needling is used to release myofascial trigger points and can be used for a variety of musculoskeletal dysfunctions.
The treatment is mostly pain free with some clients feeling only a slight twitch in the muscle during application.

What is Dry Needling?

This form of treatment uses very fine sterilised needles inserted into specific points in the body to reduce pain and muscle tension.

Is it safe?

Dry needling is a very safe form of treatment. Serious side effects are rare with an incidence of 0.02 per 10 000 treatment.

Are there any side effects?

Drowsiness may occur after treatment in some patients. If affected, you are advised to notify your Therapist and not to drive until the symptoms have resolved.

Minor bleeding / bruising occurs after dry needling in about 3% of treatments.

In a small percentage of patients, symptoms can become worse before improving. This is generally a sign that healing has begun. If the worsening of symptoms is concerning you or lasts for more than 2 days, contact your Therapist.

Fainting is rare, but can occur, particularly in new patients. To reduce the risk, it is recommended that you consume food within 2-3hours prior to treatment.

Local infections can occur if bacteria on the skin are introduced into a joint by the needle. This is very rare – 0.014% per treatment.

The risk of Pneumothorax (collapsed lung) is extremely unlikely (less than 1 in 70,000- 1.3 million) with appropriate technique. Precautions will be taken at all times to avoid any complications. Should you experience any shortness of breath in 24-hour period after treatment, please seek medical advice.

To minimize complications, we only use high quality needles, single-use, sterile, disposable needles that have TGA (Therapeutic Goods Administration) approval.

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Our Team

Georgina Turelli

Senior Remedial Therapist

Christian Ruelicke

Remedial Massage Therapist

Krystal Van Oosten

Remedial Massage Therapist

Lara Greco

Remedial Massage Therapist

Kat Critchley

Remedial Massage Therapist

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an initial Remedial Massage long consult involve?

In an initial appointment your Remedial Therapist will get you to fill out some information on our New Client Health History form, then take you through to the consultation room to discuss your aches and pains, health history and previous treatments. They will then take you through the G-Vitalize FGM Screening Process to assess what areas require treatment.

Your Therapist will then discuss the best treatment plan going forward, including your massage and any home based movements or modifications to help your condition progression.

Can I use my health fund?

Yes, if you have Remedial Massage covered in your Private Health Fund Extras cover your Therapist can swipe your private health fund card on our HICAPS machine and you just pay the gap! Just the same as the Physio, Dentist or Chiro.

Which Therapist is best to book with?

Great Q! Each practitioner has their own skill sets and expertise, however, each of the G-Vitalize Remedial Therapist all conduct their initial assessments using the G-Vitalize FGM and regularly participates in Team Training to improve their skills. At the end of your first consults if one of our team thinks another G-Vitalize practitioner would be better suited to your healing journey they will discuss this with you at your appointment.

I haven’t shaved my legs, should I reschedule?

Ha ha wow we get this one a lot! Due to the fact we use oil on your skin we really don’t care if you have shaved your legs or not so please, do not stress!

Can I exercise post massage?

Due to the changes your body undergoes in a treatment we suggest avoiding intense exercise to let your treatment settle. Gentle exercise like walking and stretching is encouraged. If your session is specifically directly before a sporting event please book with Alec or Georgie who can provide a specific pre-sports massage.

I’m feeling a bit run down with a runny nose and sore throat, should I have a massage?

Great question! Although massage boosts your immune system, if you’re already battling a cold/flu or virus its best to reschedule your massage. This will allow your body time to heal as well as reducing spread form yourself to Therapist to other clients.

I need to cancel my appointment; will I be penalised?

G-Vitalize has a 24-hour cancellation policy for a few reasons. As your time has been specifically reserved for you. We may have had to turn away other clients wanting that time. Client payment directly impacts the Practitioners income as well so if you can give us as much notice as possible to fill the spot with someone who really needs it. Hence we would greatly appreciate as much notice as possible. A fee for loss of time may be charged. However, we do understand sometimes life just gets in the way so make sure to ask your Therapist about our 7 day make up policy in these circumstances.

Customer Reviews

Georgina is an excellent therapist, my wife (who was a massage therapist) and I can’t rate her highly enough.

Philip Paysden

Extremely well trained and friendly staff. They offer pregnancy massage, before and after baby, plus baby massage. Also other fitness classes and health coaching. I love the core class and get regular massages to enable me live my life to the fullest.

Jennifer Turelli

Excellent treatment. My anterior neck had been troubling me for 3 months+ and Georgina found the right depth and techniques to release it fully. Very happy and money well spent.

Philip Coulson

The team at G-Vitalize were able to sort out my upper back pain in just one remedial massage session, and recommended stretches and exercises to keep that pain away. It was easy to book my appointment online, and everyone was very welcoming and professional. I cannot recommend their services enough, thank you Georgina and Alec!

claire wiebe

Best remedial massage in Adelaide! Caitlin is amazing and has a real talent in healing people. Comfortable and welcoming space that you can relax and treat yourself for an affordable price tag. Highly recommend!

Francesca Espinola

Whether you just need a relaxing massage or specific issues focussed on, Yasmin is your therapist!

Like all the therapists here Yasmin knows her stuff and has a wide variety of skills.

Not only value for money on all fronts but they have regular special offers and their service is second to none.

Book in before Yasmin books out!

Mel C

Amazing service from all the team at G-Vitalize. Well oiled machine. Friendly staff and always a pleasure to come in and get my old worn out body rejuvenated. Thanks Georgie, Yasmin and especially Caitlin.

Ryan Ardill

Professional, knowledgeable, helpful and friendly! Can’t speak highly enough of this business! Fantastic remedial massage. Always leave feeling relaxed and aches and pains relieved. They give great advice and help.

Leah Francis Son

Georgina is a consumate professional. Knowledgable, helpful and an excellent hands on practitioner, I recommend her to anyone looking for a great remedial massage specialist!

Craig Arnold

Just had an amazing massage by Georgie! Went in with a sore neck and back and left feeling on cloud 9. Totally recommend seeing Georgie if you’re looking to give your muscles some tlc! Thanks Georgie

Tanna Wells of West Richmond

Reflexology makes me feel more centred. It helps to create a balanced body and mind. It has relieved pains that I have not been able to relieve with other treatments by relaxing deep in areas I cannot normally get too. Foot Reflexology is something I would receive once a week at the end of busy week to relax my mind and body after a hectic 60 hour week. I would recommend Reflexology to anyone.

Sheryn Kerber of Woodcroft

Georgina’s professional service in massage is second to none. Georgina is such a happy and inspirational person that I can’t wait to attend to my appointments. Georgina has provided me with no only a fantastic service at a time convenient to my diary, while has also assisted the overall improvement of my heath, but providing me with exercises to do between appointments that will compliment my treatments with her. I would highly recommend Georgina’s services.

Kelly Dawson-Fitzpatrick

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