Marty Fry Remedial Massage

19/09/2025

Movement as Therapy After Massage.

Massage helps release tension, reduce pain, and improve circulation. But what you do after your treatment matters just as much!

Why add Movement Therapy and Corrective strategies post-massage?
*Locks in the benefits – gentle movement reinforces mobility gains from massage.
*Reduces pain & stiffness – movement activates your nervous system to calm pain signals (Hayden et al., 2021).
*Boosts circulation & recovery – exercise improves oxygen and nutrient delivery to tissues.
*Supports long-term change – regular movement builds strength, stability, and flexibility beyond the massage table.
*Enhances mind–body connection – movement improves mood, focus, and body awareness (Morres et al., 2019).

Movement strategies that may include: stretching, mobility drills, walking, functional movement pattern strength or corrective exercises tailored to your individual needs further enhance the benefits of your treatment.

Massage and Movement combined = the ultimate combination for recovery, resilience, and performance.

10/09/2025

Why Remedial Massage?

• Pain Reduction: Remdial massage can decrease musculoskeletal pain through improved circulation, modulation of the pain gate mechanism, and reduced muscle tension (Furlan et al., 2015).

• Improved Mobility & Flexibility: Helps restore normal muscle length-tension relationships and increases joint range of motion (Afonso et al., 2021).

• Enhanced Recovery: Supports post-exercise recovery by reducing delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) and promoting tissue healing (Poppendieck et al., 2016).

•Better Function & Posture: Corrective techniques can reduce compensatory patterns, supporting improved movement efficiency (Weerapong et al., 2005).

06/09/2025

Why Mobility, Flexibility & Cognitive Movement Training Matter

Cognitive movement training, mobility, flexibility, and down regulation are the key components of what my classes are based on. Together with being strong in your movement patterns, these components guide the way I program corrective movement strategies.

Research shows that combining mobility, flexibility, and cognitive movement training does more than just keep you moving well — it keeps your brain sharp 🧠

Mobility:
Improves joint health, reduces injury risk, and enhances performance (Behm et al., 2016).
Flexibility:
Increases range of motion, supports posture, and aids recovery (Konrad et al., 2021).
Cognitive Movement Training:
Boosts coordination, balance, memory, and executive function — linking body and brain (Voelcker-Rehage & Niemann, 2013).

Together, they create a foundation for:
•Better movement efficiency
•Reduced pain & stiffness
•Sharper mental focus
•Long-term health & independence

Helping make movement better.

30/08/2025

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)

Massage after strenuous exercise can reduce the intensity of DOMS and improve subjective recovery.

Evidence: A systematic review by Torres et al. (2012) found massage to be one of the most effective interventions in reducing DOMS compared with passive recovery.

27/08/2025

B𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐭-𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐠𝐞

𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐌𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 (𝐑𝐎𝐌)
• Massage reduces muscle tension and soft tissue adhesions, but mobility exercises actively train the nervous system and joints to use that new range.

• Evidence shows that combining manual therapy with mobility drills improves flexibility and movement quality more effectively than massage alone (Behm & Chaouachi, 2011).

𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐍𝐞𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐮𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐑𝐞-𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
• Massage influences the nervous system, reducing protective muscle guarding. Mobility drills then "teach" the body how to move freely without compensation patterns.

• This re-education helps reduce recurrence of dysfunction and supports better posture and coordination.

𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐂𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲
• Gentle joint mobility exercises stimulate blood flow and lymphatic drainage, enhancing recovery and reducing post-treatment soreness.

• Active movement has been linked to decreased delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) compared to passive recovery.

𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐞-𝐭𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠
• Without movement, the body may revert to previous tension and restrictions.

• Dynamic mobility ensures the tissues adapt to functional demands, keeping the benefits of massage longer.

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐏𝐚𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧
• Massage reduces nociceptive input and muscle guarding, while mobility exercise maintains pain inhibition by activating descending pain-modulating pathways.

• Active mobility reinforces the brain’s perception of “safe” movement, reducing fear-avoidance and improving confidence.

𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐲𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫
• Mobility exercises bridge the gap between passive treatment (massage) and active performance. This ensures clients experience benefits in daily activities, sports, and occupational tasks.

Behm, D. G., & Chaouachi, A. (2011). A review of the acute effects of static and dynamic stretching on performance. European Journal of Applied Physiology. → Found that dynamic mobility enhances ROM and functional performance post-manual therapy

16/08/2025

Having variation in your sitting position frequently is more beneficial than staying in one posture for extended periods. The key is to avoid prolonged positions and introduce movement and variation throughout the day.
​ Regular postural shifts can significantly reduce musculoskeletal discomfort and muscle stiffness.
Listen to your body and change your posture frequently throughout the day, incorporating different sitting positions and taking regular breaks to stand and move.

29/07/2025

Thats a wrap from the Stuart Hinds Academy Bali Retreat. Great learning, magical location, food you will never forget and an awesome group of people.

27/07/2025

Great day presenting at the 2025 Stuart Hinds Academy Retreat, Sanur Bali.

26/07/2025

Stuart Hinds Academy Retreat Bali 2025

24/07/2025

Bali bound for the Stuart Hinds Academy retreat with Stuart Hinds and Kathy Hinds

19/06/2025

16/06/2025

And that's a wrap...
Thank you to everyone who attended my presentations at this year's Massage and Myotherapy Australia National Conference.
A huge thank you to the Board and staff of Massage and Myotherapy Australia. You guys are amazing.