Massage Brisbane

Healing Massage is our name for clinical, Remedial style Massage that targets a specific issue. At Brisbane Livewell Clinic, it covers Remedial Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Myofascial Release Therapy and Indian Head Massage with Remedial Neck and Shoulders.

These are different from Relaxation Massage, which helps you unwind but isn't focused on treating pain or recovery.

For pain, injury or stuck muscles, Remedial Massage is the usual starting point. It is a clinical Massage with assessment, targeted treatment and deep tissue work. Cupping and dry needling are available as Remedial add ons.

If Remedial hasn't shifted chronic tightness, Myofascial Release Therapy may be a better fit. Both are rebate eligible.

For stress and unwinding, Relaxation Massage is the classic choice. It is a flowing, full body Massage designed to calm the nervous system.

Indian Head Massage with Remedial Neck and Shoulders is another option for stress that shows up as tension headaches, jaw tightness or mental fatigue. It has the added benefit of being rebate eligible.

Massage therapy is usually not covered by Medicare, unless your GP has prepared a Chronic Disease Management Plan (formerly known as an Enhanced Primary Care Plan) that specifically includes Massage Therapy. Most Australian private health insurers cover Remedial Massage, Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Myofascial Release Therapy and Indian Head Massage with Remedial under extras policies, subject to your level of cover.

Check with your health fund before booking to confirm what you're covered for. HICAPS is available at both Clinics for on the spot claiming.

A referral isn't required to book Massage at Brisbane Livewell Clinic. You can book online or call Reception on (07) 3861 5881.

If you're recovering from surgery, pregnant, managing cancer treatment or have a diagnosed condition, we recommend coordinating with your GP or specialist first.

Frequency depends on your reason for booking. For acute pain or injury, weekly for two to three weeks then spacing out is common. For chronic tension or postural issues, fortnightly for four to six weeks. For general wellbeing, every four to six weeks is typical.

Your Massage Therapist will recommend a schedule and may include it in your Wellness Plan.

Healing Massage is clinical and outcome focused. It involves assessment and targeted work for pain, injury or dysfunction. It is rebate eligible under most health funds.

Relaxation Massage is gentler and focused on stress relief. It isn't rebate eligible. Both are valuable, but they serve different goals.

Deep tissue work is built into a Remedial Massage. Fiona, Rainie and Luana all offer deep tissue techniques, adjusted to your tolerance and goals.

You don't need to book a separate Deep Tissue Massage. Book a Remedial Massage and discuss your pressure preferences with your therapist at the start of the session.

Cupping and dry needling are included as add ons within a Remedial Massage session. They are not billed separately. The Remedial Massage component itself may be eligible for a rebate through your health fund, subject to your policy.

Check with your health fund before booking to confirm.

The 30 minute Massage is for subsequent appointments only, after you've done a full length first session with your Massage Therapist. The longer first session gives your therapist time to assess properly and set a plan before the shorter follow ups.

Fiona Woodhouse at our Cannon Hill Clinic offers Pregnancy Massage across all trimesters, including the first. Rainie at Wavell Heights prefers not to provide Pregnancy Massage during the first trimester.

If you're in your first trimester and would like to book, choose Fiona or call Reception on (07) 3861 5881 for guidance.

Comfortable, loose clothing that is easy to change out of. For Remedial, Lymphatic Drainage, Pregnancy and Relaxation Massage, patients undress to their comfort level with towel draping throughout.

For Thai Massage, patients stay fully clothed in loose comfortable clothing. For Indian Head Massage, clothing stays on but natural oils may be used on the scalp.

Brisbane Livewell Clinic is a Natural Therapies and Allied Health Clinic. We don't offer spa treatments, body scrubs, couples Massage or beauty services.

Our Massage rooms are peaceful, but the focus is clinical healing Massage, not a spa experience.

A Wellness Plan is a written or discussed plan your Practitioner puts together for you after your first appointment or early in your care. It covers what your Practitioner recommends next, how often to book and which therapies work together for your situation.

If your Plan includes regular Massage, you can purchase a discounted Massage package to cover a course of sessions.

Many of our patients combine Massage with Naturopathy, Clinical Nutrition, Counselling or Hypnotherapy under one roof. Each therapy is a separate booking.