A massage can often benefit a person by reducing muscle cramps. Muscle cramp can occur for a wide range of reasons. Some of the most common causes include muscle dehydration, poor circulation, lack of stretching before intense exercise, exercising in heat and overexerting a muscle during exercise or activity. What are the most appropriate types of massage to reduce muscle cramp? A variety of massage types can be used to reduce muscle cramps. The massage types most commonly used include: Remedial Massage Deep Tissue Massage Swedish Massage The most common massage types used to reduce muscle c ..read more

Although specific studies regarding the benefits of deep tissue massage for joint and muscle rehab are not yet available, studies have shown massage therapy to be beneficial in general for athletic performance, muscle injury prevention, and rehabilitation. All massages can help you achieve a variety of different goals, but deep tissue massage is among the best treatments available for aches and pains, improved mobility, and overall relaxation. Unlike other massage techniques, which are focused on relaxation, deep tissue massage helps treat muscle pain and improves stiffness. Re-energize your b ..read more

  Muscle fibres run in all different directions within the muscles of our body. Muscles are layered on top of each other. All being good, means we are flexible. However, sitting at a desk too long or being dehydrated can mean we lose that flexibility. Knots occur when muscle fibres become stuck together due to injury or damage. Muscle ‘knots’ are incredibly common but common doesn’t mean they’re a good thing. The good news… there are plenty of things you can do: Massage – the friction will help separate the fibres. Hydrate and eat well Exercise Stretch regularly Take breaks and move if y ..read more

It’s already well into 2021 and that means there are scores of people right now trying to live up to the New Year’s resolutions they made for themselves. Only a few weeks ago they made promises to do better and enrich their lives. Maybe this meant setting targets, buying plane tickets, stocking the fridge with fruit and vegetables and joining gyms. Whether you’re an eye-roller at New Year’s resolutions or you routinely make them every year, there is strong evidence that setting goals are powerful when it brings motivation to achieve. But why wait until that magic date at the start of a new ye ..read more

What exactly is remedial massage? Remedial massage is a type of massage therapy that is used to treat muscles that are damaged, knotted, tense or immobile. It can be helpful for a number of problems that affect the muscles, tendons and bones, as well as many other health concerns. Remedial massage can also be known as Medical Massage. What is the difference between remedial massage and relaxation massage? A remedial massage is a type of massage that is specifically tailored to the needs of each individual. Unlike relaxation massages, a remedial massage will use a variety of techniques to targe ..read more

Needa Massage is monitoring the situation with Coronavirus, Covid-19. According to the Australian Government Department of Health “Coronavirus is transmitted via larger liquid droplets when a person coughs or sneezes. The virus can enter through these droplets through the eyes, nose or throat if you are in close contact. The virus is not known to be airborne (e.g. transmitted through the particles floating in the air) and it is not something that comes in through the skin. It can be spread by touch if a person has used their hands to cover their mouth or nose when they cough. That’s why we rec ..read more

  Getting older is a natural part of life that a lot of people actively try to avoid because ageing is often associated with frailty, dependence, and health problems. While it’s true that our bodies naturally start losing muscle mass once we hit the 30-year mark (generally at a rate of 5% per decade), this isn’t a concrete jail sentence for our health. Lifting weights You don’t have to lift Olympic-sized weights and become a professional bodybuilder to keep up your muscle mass as you age (although, you absolutely can if you like!) Having a set of dumbbells, a kettlebell, or any other wei ..read more

           Stretching is an important aspect to every health and wellness program, whether you’re recovering from injury, maintaining your health or anywhere in between. Stretching helps the body to achieve balance, improve the joints range of motion, and increase flexibility. There are two types of stretching exercises commonly performed at the completion of a remedial massage and/or a sports massage treatment. These are as follows: Static / Passive Stretching. PNF Stretching (Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation). Static / Passive The stre ..read more

Many Australians are anxious and stressed about the coronavirus, COVID-19. There have been many reports of panic-buying at the supermarket. People have been donning face masks when they have no symptoms. You can’t make a cup of coffee at work without someone bringing up ‘coronavirus’. Your co-workers are freaking out if you sneeze at work. All this does is brings on anxiety and stress, which in turn affects our immune system. You might feel a little powerless, but there are a few things you can do to help strengthen your immune system and help protect yourself from many types of viruses. Healt ..read more

What is Reflexology and how does it work? Reflexology is a natural, non-invasive healing art based on the principle that there are reflexes in the feet, hands and ears that correspond to every system, gland and organ in the body. There are over 7000 nerve endings in each foot which have extensive interconnections, through the spinal cord and brain, with all areas of the body.  So basically the whole body can be mapped out on the feet. For example, the big toe correlating to the head. By working on these points with various finger and thumb techniques, there is an indirect stimulation ..read more