Massage Rx

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A FOREVER LANGUAGE
KIA KAHA TE REO MĀORI

Let’s go Christchurch NZ!!! - Dry Needling course 18th - 20th October 2024.
This is the most comprehensive and up-to-date dry needling course offered in Australia and New Zealand. This course is constantly evolving and improving in the resources provided and the learning materials. Each needling approach taught has been carefully considered, drawing on detailed examinations of cadaveric specimens, understanding of unique anatomical features and patient specific considerations.
What is included in our 3-day Dry Needling course?
- Needles and equipment to use during the course
- Electronic course notes
- Comprehensive pre-course learning material
- Lifetime access to video review library revise techniques
- 12 month subscription to the worlds leading 3D anatomy app with thousands of hours of educational content
- Dry Needling starter pack
- Lifetime support from the ACE team for any clinical related questions you may have.
- Ability to repeat the course at no cost (T&C applies)
- Access to downloadable full text research articles about
Dry Needling.
This course covers 58 muscles of the body!
Grab your ticket from below ?
https://events.humanitix.com/dry-needling-course-
christchurch-nz

🎄🎅🎉 Ho-Ho-Holiday Announcement! 🎉🎅🎄Oh, dear Santa... The end of the year is sneaking up on me faster than Rudolph dashing through the snow! 🦌 Can you believe it's Christmas already? Time surely knows how to sprint!

But hey, I won't let the year-end rush get the best of me! 😅 I am here to spread some cheer and keep the festive spirit alive. 🎁 So, here's the scoop on my jolly Christmas hours:

🎁 I will be OPEN and jingling my merry way until the 23rd of December! You can count on me to be your one-stop-shop to fix up all your last-minute pains before Christmas. 🎅🎁 Even during the magical time between Christmas and New Year, I'll be working to ensure your treatment wishes are granted! 🌟 So, if you need me, you'll find me right here.

🎁 Fear not, dear friends, for I shall return to full-time activities on the3 rd of January, ready to tackle the new year with renewed excitement and enthusiasm! 💪Remember, Santa has his elves, and I have my wonderful team of one, who will be diligently working to make this holiday season extra special for you! 🎅✨So mark your calendars, set your reminders, and make a list (and check it twice 😉) because I’m here to help you sleigh the end of the year like jingle bell rockstars! 🛷🎶From me, I wish you a magical and joy-filled holiday season! Thank you for your continued support and trust. 🎄

Trying to work out while watching the amazing machines from , who I’m lucky enough to have 2/3 as my clients, compete at !!!

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) can be a painful and debilitating condition resulting in symptoms like; pins & needles, pain, numbness in fingers, sensation of swelling, weakness in hands, skin colour changes, finger stiffness, which can affect some, or all daily activities, work, and sleep… it sux! 🤬

There’s 2 mainstream treatment options: Corticosteroid Injection & Surgery. Studies have found that 75% of patients experienced “temporary” relief only of their symptoms after corticosteroid injection, but ONLY 7% had long-term improvement after one year 😱 Surgery should only be done for extreme cases, but may hold a longer and more successful option, up to 90%, but with higher risks.

Here’s the Exciting News!🌟

Low-Level Laser Therapy (LLLT) for CTS may hold an effective non-evasive option. Let's dive into the incredible effectiveness of LLLT in managing CTS symptoms and improving quality of life. 💪

✨ Anti-Inflammatory Power: LLLT works wonders by reducing inflammation in the carpal tunnel, helping to alleviate swelling and relieve pressure on the median nerve. 🙌

✨ Pain Be Gone: Studies have shown that LLLT effectively reduces CTS pain by inhibiting pain signals, releasing endorphins, and modulating neurogenic inflammation 💆‍♀

✨ Nerve Restoration: LLLT shows great potential in improving nerve function for CTS patients. By stimulating nerve regeneration, axonal sprouting, and remyelination, it aids in restoring sensory and motor function

🌟Numerous studies have confirmed the effectiveness of LLLT in managing CTS symptoms. From significant improvements in symptoms and nerve conduction to pain reduction and improved functional abilities, the evidence is undeniable. 💯

Here's a suggested treatment protocol for LLLT in CTS management:
🔸 Frequency: Week 1: 3 sessions. Week 2: 2 sessions. Week 3 onward: 1 session per week until symptoms resolve/improve.
🔸 Duration: 15 minutes per session.
🔸 Treatment Course: Continue LLLT for at least 4-6 weeks to achieve optimal results. 📆

Full Article Here: https://massagerx.co.nz/laser-and-carpal-tunnel-syndrome/

🎉🎉Celebrating 🎉🎉 an outstanding achievement by my extremely talented client, Kelly Carter, and New Zealand gaining their FIRST EVER gold medal in an international event on the ultimate frisbee stage 🥇🥇🥇

🇳🇿 New Zealand beat 🇦🇺 Australia in the final in the WFDF 2023 Asia Oceanic Ultimate & Guts Championships in Philippines

💥💥 BOOM 💥 💥

Great opportunity to get your summer bod kick started with the amazing crew at CrossFit Ta**us!!!

https://www.facebook.com/100036100637217/posts/1065168118029866/?mibextid=cr9u03

Here it is 🙌🏽

6 WEEK SUMMER SHRED ☀️
OCTOBER 8th - NOVEMBER 18th

🌟 Cash prize Female scan winner🥇
🌟 Cash prize Male scan winner🥇
🌟 Cash prizes for points winners🥇🥈🥉
🌟 Weekly spot prizes
🌟 Weekly challenge class
🌟 Weekly/6 Weekly challenges
🌟 Daily challenges
🌟 Offsite challenges
🌟 Access to all classes including SPECIALTY classes; gymnastics, barbell, engine
🌟 Access to OPEN GYM
🌟 Pre & Post Inbody Scans
🌟 Post Challenge Party
🌟 Entry Into Ta**us Anniversary Games Pairs Throwdown (Nov 18th)
🌟 Meal plans provided by Nutritionists
🌟 Accountability
🌟 Exclusive Facebook group access
🌟 Access to AMAZING trainers & an AWESOME community

SUITABLE FOR ANYONE OF ANY ABILITY LEVEL 🙌🏻🙌🏻

Limited amount of spots available. Don’t get FOMO sign up quick to secure your spot. See your improvement over 6 weeks and create some better and healthier lifestyle changes 🙌🏽
Information night coming soon with live feed available too.

Rego opens to the public Monday September 25th

Don't Wait for Pain, Listen to Your Body! 🏋

CrossFit lovers, this one's for you! 💪

We all know that feeling of pushing our bodies to the limit, chasing those fitness goals and embracing the pain. But here's a powerful reminder: Early intervention is key when it comes to injury prevention in CrossFit!

💡 Instead of waiting for pain to strike, let's shift our focus to tightness, stiffness, and reduced range of motion as indicators for the need of treatment. Why, you ask? Well, let's break it down:

👉 Tightness: Feeling stiff and tight muscles after an intense workout? Pay attention! It could be your body's way of telling you that it needs some extra care. Ignoring this tightness may lead to imbalances and compensations, putting you at a higher risk of injury.

👉 Stiffness: Do you find yourself struggling to move freely or experiencing resistance during your warm-up or mobility exercises? Stiffness can be a sign of underlying issues that, if left unaddressed, can limit your performance and increase the likelihood of injury. Don't let it hold you back!

👉 Reduced Range of Motion: Are your squats feeling off or do you notice a decreased ability to reach overhead? Pay attention to any restrictions in your range of motion. These limitations can be indicative of mobility issues, muscle imbalances, or joint dysfunction that may worsen if left untreated.

✨ The bottom line is this: Taking action at the first signs of tightness, stiffness, or reduced range of motion can be a game-changer in injury prevention. Don't wait for pain to be your wake-up call! Seek professional guidance from a qualified healthcare provider, such as a physical therapist or sports medicine specialist.

🌟 Remember, our bodies are incredible machines, but they need our attention and care. Let's prioritize proactive and preventive measures, because staying injury-free is the ultimate path to reaching our fitness goals and maintaining a long-lasting love affair with CrossFit!

Learn more here: https://www.massagerx.co.nz/crossfit_injury_prevention

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Happy Father’s Day to all the Dad’s out there!!! New Dads, old Dads (like me ha), expecting Dad’s, Step Fathers, and Father figures… you’re doing an amazing job!

👏🏻👏🏻Day 2 complete!!! 👏🏻👏🏻

didn’t fail in delivering another banger!!! 🙌🏻🙌🏻👊🏻👊🏻

Fizzing to bring these new skills back into the clinic next week!!!

Sorry to those clients who’ve been calling & I couldn’t see this week, but with these new tools, you’ll appreciate the wait 👍🏻

See ya soon Hamilton.

✨✨Ngā mihi o Matariki, te tau hou Māori ✨✨

🙏Wishing you all an amazing day today in celebration of Matariki🙏

Matariki atua ka eke mai i te rangi e roa, E whāngainga iho ki te mata o te tau e roa e.

Divine Matariki come forth from the far-off heaven, Bestow the first fruits of the year upon us.

🌟🎉 GIVEAWAY TIME! 🎉🌟I am thrilled to announce my exciting "Like, Follow & Share" competition where you could win a FREE 1-HOUR SPORT & REMEDIAL MASSAGE THERAPY SESSION with ME!!!

Here's how to enter:

✅ LIKE this post.
✅ FOLLOW my page,
✅ SHARE this post on your own Instagram feed or story, tagging me .

That's it! You're now in the running to win a FREE 1 hour appointment with me 🤩💪

But wait, there's more! To make this giveaway even more exciting, we have included different timeframes for you to enter…

👆If you enter within the first week of this competition, you will receive THREE ENTRIES into the draw.

✌️For those who enter between the second and third week, you will receive TWO ENTRIES into the draw.

🖖 And if you enter in the final week, you will receive ONE ENTRY into the draw.

This means the earlier you enter, the higher your chances of winning this incredible prize! ⏰

🔸The competition will run from Monday 10 June 2023 to Sunday 6 August.

🔸The lucky winner will be selected at random and announced on Monday 7 august.

🔸The winner will be contacted directly via DM, so keep an eye on your inbox!

Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to treat yourself to a 1-hour sport and remedial massage. It's time to prioritize your health, remove barriers and improve your performance.

So, what are you waiting for? Get liking, following, and sharing to secure your chance to win! Good luck, everyone! 🤞🍀

This giveaway is not affiliated with Instagram.

What services I offer

Amazing how time flies, but I’ve now been in and around the Sport & Remedial Massage Therapy game for over 2 decades now. That could mean I’m getting old 😳😳😳

But, there’s one thing about getting older and time in the game gives you, and thats experience and a larger range of skills to deliver a better and better service.

I honestly don’t think I’ll ever stop learning, but for now, here’s the short list of some of the services I offer…
✅ sport & remedial massage therapy
✅ deep tissue massage therapy
✅ trigger point release
✅ dry needling
✅ functional release cupping
✅ radial shockwave therapy
✅ deep tissue laser therapy

To find out more go to: www.massagerx.co.nz

Did you know that deep tissue can help reduce pain, inflammation, and promote tissue repair? 💡💪

Here are some of the top benefits of deep tissue laser therapy:
🔹 Targets deep tissue pain and inflammation
🔹 Reduces muscle spasms and stiffness
🔹 Accelerates tissue repair and healing
🔹 Increases circulation and oxygenation
🔹 Safe and non-invasive treatment optionIf you're struggling with chronic pain or injuries, deep tissue laser therapy might be the solution you've been looking for!

Contact me to learn more and schedule your appointment today.

To learn more, check out my latest blog post:

https://massagerx.co.nz/blog-post-4/

Understanding dry needling…

Dry needling is a technique that has gained in recent years, and for good reason! When adding dry needling into the treatment of trigger points in muscles, there is no equal in getting results…

✅ effective treatment of trigger points
✅ increase blood flow, oxygen, and acetylcholine action within muscle
✅ decrease excessive muscle tightness
✅ reduce pain and discomfort

To learn more, check out my latest blog post:

https://massagerx.co.nz/blog-post-1-2/

What are “Trigger Points”, and why should you care?

Trigger points can form overtime or from injury and if left unchecked can inhibit muscle performance and lead to injury.

Trigger points can result in:
❌ reduced blood flow in muscle
❌ reduced oxygen in muscle
❌ inhibited acetylcholine resulting in poor muscle contraction
❌ injury either within trigger point affected muscle, or associated muscle/s

Effective treatment for trigger points include:
✅ dry needling
✅ trigger point release
✅ manual therapy/massage therapy
✅ shockwave therapy

To learn more go to:
https://massagerx.co.nz/blog-post-2-2/

Understanding how to avoid shoulder injury in above head sports

For the last 3+ years, in working with the CrossFit community in Hamilton NZ, it’s impossible to ignore the prevalence of the impact of the sport of the shoulder. Specially, the development of bursitis and interstitial tears in the supraspinatus. What’s exciting now is that science has given much better understanding of the impact of trigger points on the formation of these conditions, and also how we can avoid them completely. In this article I explore the science http://massagerx.co.nz/blog-post-2/

Sports and remedial massage therapy is a specialized type of massage treatment that is designed to address muscular and soft tissue problems that occur from physical activity, sports, or injuries. It involves the application of various massage techniques to specific areas of the body with the aim of reducing pain, increasing flexibility and restoring normal range of movement.

Typically, sports and remedial massage therapists use deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, stretches and other techniques to work on problem areas in joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This type of therapy can help relieve tension, reduce inflammation, improve blood circulation and promote healing.

At MassageRx Carey also combines treatment tools such as:
✅ dry needling
✅ functional release cupping
✅ laser therapy
✅ shockwave therapy
✅ kinesiology taping
✅ joint therapeutics

Sports and remedial massage therapy can be beneficial for athletes, fitness enthusiasts as well as non-athletic individuals who suffer from chronic pain, postural imbalances, and other conditions. The goal of this therapy is to help individuals recover from injuries, prevent future injuries, and improve their overall physical performance.

Right behind our man, .c in flying the NZ flag on the international CrossFit stage!! I will wear this T-Shirt with pride my friend!!!

"Are you suffering from plantar fasciitis? Do you find it difficult to walk or stand for long periods of time? Don't worry, radial shockwave therapy can help! This non-invasive treatment uses acoustic waves to promote healing and reduce inflammation in the affected area. With radial shockwave therapy, you can experience relief from plantar fasciitis and get back to the activities you love. Say goodbye to foot pain and hello to a pain-free life. Contact us to learn more about how radial shockwave therapy can help you today! "

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Great first day Sport & Spine!!! Great to see some familiar and news faces today! Here every Wednesday

To the incredible clients of PhysioRx

It is with inconsolable sadness that I must inform you that PhysioRx will be closing its doors for good, on Friday 31 March 2023.

I started this business with the single goal to deliver a gold standard service to the people of Hamilton, which I proudly call my home as a born and breed Hamiltonian. I believe the team and I, 100% did that!!! And, I am very, very proud of what we all achieved!!!

Unfortunately, for the team and I, we just had the mistimed misfortune of starting a hands-on face-to-face business at the start of what would become, "the pandemic". This meant that for a large proportion of our first three years of business, we have been on the back foot playing catch up, which honestly took a consistent and unrelenting toll on our business.

The decision to close was not made easily, but did became essential as the effects of the pandemic have been further compounded by a massive skill shortage in our industry, and further inflation affecting our business, our clients, and us as a team members.

I would firstly like to thank the outstanding team that I have had the absolute pleasure of working with over the last three years. They have all made the journey a blessing even amongst the stress and uncertainty of the pandemic. It has been an incredible experience to see them all grow and flourish as clinicians, becoming true masters in their field.

Secondly, I would like to thank YOU, as one of the thousands of clients that put your trust in us. That trust meant a lot!!! The team and I have truly been blown away by the support you've shown us over the last 3 years. YOU are the reason this letter is so very hard to write. You have all been incredible!!! WE THANK YOU!!!

Staff Whereabouts Going Forward:

All our current staff members will be reaching out directly to the clients they have seen as clinicians and letting you know where they will be setting up and/or working from. Please watch you inboxes for this IMPORTANT INFORMATION.

Your Medical Notes:

The medical notes in our client management software (Gensolve), will be merged with the clinicians own client management software (Gensolve), that are moving on from PhysioRx. This ensures all your records are safe and held in accordance with the Health (Retention of Health Information) Regulations 1996. Again, please watch your inbox for these important messages from your clinician, as to where they are setting up and/or working from. This also means when you see them at their new facilities, your records will be there in front of them ensuring continuity of care.

Final Note:

As sad as I am that my baby named "PhysioRx" will soon be retired, I know that I can hold my head up high that the team and I have delivered on the goal we set. I hope this means you will continue to place your trust in us and follow us to our new locations. We'd love to see you!

So it's not "goodbye", but more "we'll see you soon", from our new homes once settled.

Thank You From the Bottom Of My Heart!!!

Carey Giddens
PhysioRx