1. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
I am a remedial massage therapist who specializes in the rehabilitation of injuries through the use of soft tissue techniques and exercise.

2. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
Within the two types of therapy:
Remedial Massage – I use oil on skin and a balm
Exercise Therapy – home exercise programs or gym programs

3. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
The individual is a whole organism: everything is connected and related
Shortened muscle tissue cannot work
The soft tissues of the body respond to touch

4. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
The individual is a whole organism: everything is connected and related
Fascia

5. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
Shortened muscle tissue cannot work
Muscle Knots

6. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
The soft tissues of the body respond to touch
Physical Release
Emotional Release
Placebo effect

7. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (acute)
Headache
Aches & Pains
Twitchy Muscles
Tired Eyes
Tense Shoulders

8. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (acute)
Clenched Teeth
Hair Loss
High Blood Pressure
Digestive Issues

9. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (chronic)
Pain of any kind
Heart disease
Digestive problems
Sleep problems

10. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
Physical Symptoms of stress and anxiety (chronic)
Depression
Obesity
Autoimmune diseases
Skin conditions, such as eczema

11. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
An example of physical stress in a VSACT client:
Eg. Debbie 45 year old female, home invasion, no physical contact with intruder but since the incident has had shortness breath, headaches, shooting pain down both arms, stiff neck, problems sleeping due to numbness in the arms.

12. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
An example of physical stress in a VSACT client:
Eg. Physical examination and questioning:
Elevated shoulders, rounded shoulders, shallow breathing
Further questioning reveals mild anxiety attacks and this is her first massage.

13. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
An example of physical stress in a VSACT client:
shortness breath,
headaches,
shooting pain down both arms,
stiff neck,
problems sleeping,
numbness in the arms

14. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
An example of physical stress in a VSACT client:
shortness breath,
headaches,
shooting pain down both arms,
stiff neck,
problems sleeping,
numbness in the arms

15. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
An example of physical stress in a VSACT client:
shortness breath,
headaches,
shooting pain down both arms,
stiff neck,
problems sleeping,
numbness in the arms

16. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
An example of physical stress in a VSACT client: Massage techniques

17. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan
An example of exercise therapy for a VSACT client:
Eg. Joe has had a physical confrontation with a home intruder, injured his right shoulder, 3 sessions with physio, uncertain about continuing with his gym program. I can:
Alter existing program to ensure no re-injury
Restore physical confidence in client
Advise on further rehab or referral if required.

18. Remedial Massage Exercise Therapy Daniel O’Sullivan