Locally owned and operated by Myotherapist, Remedial and Sports Therapist Jonathan Barge, we are a results-driven clinical practice, providing highly effective soft tissue therapy at affordable rates. Surfcoast Remedial Massage & Myotherapy Torquay offers a highly professional clinical and mobile-based service, meaning treatments can be carried out in our modern clinic, or in the workplace, hotel/resort or your home, for your convenience (ideal for clients who are suffering chronic pain). At the initial consultation, extra time is added to the appointment to ensure history taking takes place, through client history documentation and a thorough discussion of issues that may be present. From there, a thorough assessment is conducted using specific measurements and orthopaedic testing, assess range of motion limitations (ROM) and any tendon, muscular or ligament pathologies using myotome testing and evaluation. From there, the correct treatment specific to clients pain and disagnosis can be carried out, resulting in a more successful treatment objective and outcome. Our philosophy
"To provide Myotherapy to reduce pain, tightness, muscle dysfunction, and create increased mobility through stretching and muscle lengthening modalities, to everyone within the our community"
Our mission
"To enable everybody within the Geelong and Surfcoast community to receive professional and diagnostic Myotherapy treatment, that is effective, affordable and specific to patient needs"
About Us
Jonathan Barge graduated from RMIT, the Australian College of Business and Technology, and the National College of Traditional Medicine (NCTM), Melbourne Australia, with an Asv Diploma Health Science -Myotherapy, a Diploma Of Remedial Massage and Sports Therapy, and a Certificate IV in Therapeutic Massage Practice, culminating a total of 5 years study. Prior to this, he completed several courses through Sports Medicine Australia (SMA), including sports massage, massage at the elite level and the Level 2 Sports Trainer accreditation. During the period 2003 - 2007, he worked as a Sports Massage specialist at the Western Bulldogs Football Club Inc, working closely with elite athletes during training sessions, before, during and after match day games. As part of this role, he also worked closely with club Doctors and Physiotherapists to effectively manage player injury cases. He also worked as a club trainer, on match days and training sessions, to effective strap/tape joints and provide injury management skills and first aid as required. Whilst working within the club, he received recognition from the Head of Football Operations for excellence in service to the club as a volunteer. Jonathan has completed over 3000 hours of clinical practice both at AFL level in a elite sport environment and also during student clinical arrangements as per the requirements of the Qualification. Jonathan also attains over 2000 hours of Adult classroom education in First Aid Treatment and Management of scenarios, through his position as Senior First Aid Instructor, Patient Transport Officer with St John Ambulance Victoria. All of this knowledge, coupled with clinical practice in a professional elite sport environment, will ensure you are treated with a strong emphasis and desire to improving your health and welbeing. We are committed to the health and well being of all our customers
Treatments include
Myotherapy (A more specific type of manual therapy, aimed at treating specific sites of pain/tightness/tenderness and muscle fatigue or muscle bundle shortening issues). These treatments quickly and effectively offset a lack of range of movement and Myofascial pain, and increase performance of the bodies bio mechanics and function. Remedial and Sports Massage for both pre and post sports activity, will vary dependent on the sports activity that has taken place, whether there is "repetitive movement" including basketball (twisting and turning), or golf, where the exact same muscles are utilised during each golf swing and impact. Acupressure is extremely effective, focussing on the identification and elimination of Myofascial and latent trigger points. Acupressure is the use of single digit (1 finger or 1 thumb) pressure that is applied to many specific sites, that stimulate a neurone, hence having the desired effect on a particular taught tissue within the body. These also in turn help offset tight muscles at its point of both origin and insertion, stimulating blood flow quickly and effectively where it is needed most. Dry Needling is also used where needed, to offset Myofascial pain and switch on fatigued or weak muscles. Consultation Fee Structure
Initial Appointments 1 Hour: $97
Ongoing Appointments 1 Hour: $90
Private Health Insurance Rebates are available to all health funds. Our prices are extremely competitive to ensure everyone in the Torquay/Surfcoast and Geelong communities can be afforded treatment, no matter what financial situation you may be in. Everyone benefits from professional massage
SurfCoast Remedial Massage & Myotherapy
"Improving the well being of everyone"
