Myotherapy or Remedial Therapy?

What is Remedial Therapy?

Remedial therapy is a hands-on treatment that focuses on relieving pain, aiding recovery, and improving movement. It is often used for recent or acute pain—such as from new injuries, sprains, or strains. Techniques like joint mobilization, taping, and massage are core tools, and many of the same techniques used in myotherapy are also part of remedial therapy. However, what often is called “remedial massage” is a subset of this—focusing mainly on traditional massage techniques. In my practice, remedial therapy includes a wider array of tools to address the body as a whole. It is perfect for new injuries but stays more surface-level, relying mostly on that specific area.

The Difference Between Myotherapy and Remedial Therapy

Myotherapy, by contrast, is a more comprehensive approach. While it also uses massage, taping, joint mobilization, and dry needling, it goes beyond just the physical. Myotherapy is anchored in the bio-psycho-social model of care, looking at how your mental, emotional, and lifestyle factors influence your pain. The initial assessment in myotherapy is more in-depth, aiming to uncover the root causes of chronic pain or performance limitations. In this way, myotherapy offers a complete, personalized journey—ideal for chronic pain management, body optimization, and supporting athletic performance. Thus, while both therapies share a foundation, myotherapy is a richer, broader practice, ensuring long-term health and well-being.