Laura Diaz Remedial Massage

Dear clients,

​It is with sadness but some excitement that I inform you that I will temporarily be closing my home clinic.

​Life is pulling me in a different direction and I'm giving myself 6 months to focus on this. I will re-evaluate, after visiting family back home, whether I stop completely or move on in a different direction.

​It has been three years where I have grown as a therapist and as a person, so I wish to thank you for the time and trust you have put in me and my treatments. I hope I have helped most of you at some point in your health journey.

Friday will be my last day treating, however, I'm always here for advice, referrals and recommendations. If you wish to have your treatment notes emailed, please let me know, and I will slowly work on this for the next few weeks.

​Best regards,

​Laura Diaz

Exciting changes coming so I have put online bookings on hold till I know more. Only a few appointments left until the end of the school holidays. Text me to book 0404526468. Laura

Empathy ❤

Unfortunately lipoedema doesn't only affect the legs. There are a % who have this painful condition in other part of their bodies.

Lipedema is sometimes described as a condition affecting the lower part of the body, but many people have it in their arms – as well as other parts of their body! More than 70% of participants in the LF Registry reported having extra fat in their upper arms and experiencing heaviness (39%), swelling (26%) and pain (33%) in that area. About a third said they could feel nodules. And it’s not limited to the upper arms – 34% reported extra fat in their forearms and heaviness (11%), swelling (15%) and pain (13%), too. What has been your experience? Have you taken any measures that have helped?

Movement, strength training, diaphragmatic breathing... anything you enjoy!

Movement is important in lymphoedema management - it helps keep fluid on the move, improves general health, stimulates endorphins, helps manage weight - well you get the picture. But going to the gym is not for everyone and even the thought of exercise can be daunting if you struggle to get around, people are too busy to allocate specific exercise times so try this. Choose a task that you do at least once a day or more that takes roughly three minutes - boiling the kettle for a cuppa, an advert break in your favourite programme, talking on the phone to friends or family, even visiting the loo! use the time to move.... twirl your ankles, march on the spot, pick up a can of beans and do some arm curls, do a little dance, shrug your shoulders! . - three minutes a couple of times a day to start will make a difference - give it a go.

More compression bandaging and MLD today. Pretty tired but almost at the finish line now.

Learning all about garment fitting, wrapping, MLD, lymphoedema and lipoedema this week. Excited for the new work year to start!

Hi guys,

I have recently finished Module 1 (of 2) of Oncology Massage. I would love to treat more clients going thru active treatment (chemo) or post treatment (for radiotherapy) to get more experience before I dive into an intensive CDT course in January. Happy to provide discounted treatments until January.

I'm a qualified remedial massage therapist with a strong interest in science based treatments which are always people centred and tailored to your needs.

Send me a pm and I'm happy to discuss any concerns you may have or if you want to see some of the published research. I'm happy to work with your physio, oncologist and GP.

Oncology massage is a very very gentle modality and still claimable through private health insurance.

Thanks for letting me share!

Laura

Trying out a new play list. Come and get your lower back, shoulders, neck or jaw worked on while we listen to some new tracks!

Another gem

[PAIN UP. PAIN DOWN]
Pain is more complex than this, but I like this as a start.

This is the way many frame pain, and I think if it resonates with clients it’s a great starting place for discussion.

So when speaking to what factors might be associated with pain volume increasing, we might ask:
WHAT KIND OF CUES MIGHT TELL YOUR BODY IT’S IN DANGER?

And when speaking to what factors might be associated with pain volume decreasing, we might ask:
WHAT KIND OF CUES MIGHT TELL YOUR BODY IT’S SAFE?

See what comes up.

Don’t sit still. Make moves.

Nick Hannah, PT aka MOVES
Registered Physiotherapist



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*appreciation post*

I ordered 5 boxes of this face coverings for the clinic last year before I opened the new clinic. I only have a few left of the last box of that order. This means I have had 500+ appointments in the last year (no face coverings for pregnancy massage) ❤❤❤

Thank you for trusting me with your musculoskeletal health 😊

❤❤

Laura Diaz Remedial Massage updated their business hours.

A friendly reminder 😊

Please contact me directly if you have any questions

Laura

Your local AMT member welcomes clients who have received a COVID-19 vaccination.

https://www.amt.org.au/massage-and-you/search-by-postcode.html

Adding more tools to my toolbox!

National Pain Week. To all my existing and new clients with some kind of persistent pain; I see you and I hear you.

*Massage can help*

Stats for Chronic Pain in Australia for . Pain is not invisible to many Australian’s!

Check in now available

The health and safety of my clients and my family is my priority during this snap lockdown. Thank you everyone for your understanding ❤❤

Nope, massage doesn't detox your body. I don't know how many times I have explained this in clinic and I don't mind doing it. I just wish I could explain it better!

Your local AMT member welcomes clients who have received a COVID-19 vaccination.

https://www.amt.org.au/massage-and-you/search-by-postcode.html

Are you running the Brisbane Marathon Festival or the Gold Coast Marathon? Let me help you with those niggles and be in top form for your event!

Book now: https://laura-diaz-remedial-massage.au1.cliniko.com/bookings

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I think we all saw it coming. I have closed for the next 3 days and Easter. Back on Tuesday. Stay safe.

Photo of one of the new members of the family: Cookie

I've been treating clients with tingling or numbness on the outer part of their thigh for a while now with great success. It usually takes about 3 or 4 sessions for the pain to go away. A possible cause is an impingement of the femoral nerve on the front of the hip.

If you are suffering from this or any other nerve entrapment conditions, I can help!

Book now

www.lauradiazrmt.com.au

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School holidays are almost over and even though I'll miss the kids, it will be good to come back to some kind of routine!

No appointments available left this week but plenty next week. Saturdays are booked for a few weeks unfortunately but keep checking for cancellations if you are keen.

Looking forward to seeing you all and helping you in your health journey this year.

Explain pain course. It's going to be an eye opening weekend.

Great news today!!

However, masks are mandatory for the next 10 days.

❗Please bring your mask or I can provide one.
❗Hand sanitiser upon entry.
❗Please cancel if you show any symptoms. I don't have cancellation fees so all good. Just text me.

See you all soon!

Laura

Closed until Tuesday. Sorry for the inconvenience but hopefully it will only be 3 days 😷 mask up and stay safe 😷

And just like that holidays are over!

Open reduced hours until kids go back to school.

I'm here to help you achieve your 2021 health goals.

Offering dry needling, remedial and pregnancy massage.

What a great way to start the new year. And I managed to get the whole family to agree to a 3:45am wake up.

Reflecting on 2020 and wishing for a better 2021 💕

Merry Christmas everyone! Thank you to everyone who has supported me during this ever changing year. More and new exciting things to come!

Dry needling day 2. Ouch my soleus!

Only 1 appointment left this week.
Wednesday at 11am for 30' or 60'
Laura 😊

Sunday afternoon "fun". Looking forward to trying new techniques. Who wants to be pin cushion? 🤪

Your body is not broken. It's perfect the way it is and how it works. So never leave a treatment room thinking it's broken or don't let any therapist make you feel that way.

I'm here to help you feel better.

Pregnancy massage is such a rewarding part of the job for a remedial massage therapist. We get to travel along with mum in the up and downs of pregnancy. Talking about the first kicks, the gender reveal, the sigh of relief every time a mum has an ultrasound, helping with the pain and niggles of pregnancy… We love it all!

A well qualified remedial therapist with special training in pregnancy and labour preparation will adapt their techniques to suit the mum and the baby.

In short, it doesn’t matter if you’re six weeks, 8 weeks, 18 weeks, 32 weeks, 42 weeks (hopefully not!) massage will help you feel less muscular tension, alleviate those niggles in the lower back or glutes, help you with tension headaches, reduce anxiety, carpal tunnel, restless legs… I could keep going but you get the idea.

I'm always here to answer any questions you may have 😊

Give it a go and book now!

Laura Diaz Remedial Massage Send a message to learn more.

Lovely to see the local 'mums to be' are catered for! 😍😍

https://www.facebook.com/1193241544153599/posts/2313147472162995/

PREGNANCY PILATES!!
If you're keen to keep exercising during pregnancy but unsure of a great option...look no further than a small group (max 6) Pilates class, instructed by our very own Exercise Physiologist.
Tuesday night at 5:15PM - limited spots available!
https://reformstudios.com.au/pregnancy-classes/
Book in via general admission (no prior assessment required) OR if you would like to take advantage of your Private Health Insurance cover - book in to see our EP for your initial assessment (covered by HICAPS) before you commence your classes.
Classes are $35 each.
Speak to one of our team today! 0403 680 374