Article from The Conversation Australia https://theconversation.com/physio-chiro-osteo-and-myo-whats-the-difference-and-which-one-should-i-get-149993 Physio, chiro, osteo and myo: what’s the difference and which one should I get? Shutterstock Charlotte Ganderton, Swinburne University of Technology and Matthew King, La Trobe University Many of us might not be as fit as we were before the pandemic hit, and as community sport restarts and gyms reopen across the country amid eased coronavirus restrictions, some people might be at increased risk of injury. If you do pull your hamstring in your first game back, or work from home life has left you with a sore neck and headaches, you might think about visiting a health-care professional to treat your complaint. But your sister sees a physiotherapist, your mother a chiropractor, your friend an osteopath and your cousin a myotherapist. All of them come highly recommended, so who do you choose to help manage your aches and pains, and what are the differences between the four? In Australia, physiotherapists, osteopaths and chiropractors have extensive university training and are registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Myotherapists have completed an advanced diploma or bachelors degree in myotherapy or “musculoskeletal therapy”, but aren’t registered with AHPRA. All four types of health professionals […]

Welcome to The Joint & Muscle Co. We look forward to you entrusting your musculoskeletal care with us. About us. The Joint & Muscle Co, was born from the personal vision of Brandi Crouch. Brandi believes that providing you with a combination of structural alignment and soft tissue therapy. Therefore, she is able to assist in your body healing better and faster. What to expect at your initial visit. Your care at our clinic starts with an initial comprehensive history-taking consultation. Brandi will discuss with you your underlying concern, complaint and medical history. You will receive a physical examination which focuses on your presenting complaint. We then discuss together the findings of your history and physical examination before proceeding with treatment. Progressing with treatment is subject to, no more imaging or further investigation is required. What is ESWT? Electromagnetic Shock Wave Therapy. ESWT triggers the body’s own healing mechanism. It alleviates pain by delivering a succession of compressed air impulses. The compressed air impulses are delivered via a hand piece to the injured area. Making it a targeted therapy. Hence pain is reduced substantially and quickly. Brandi’s promise to you. At the Joint & Muscle Co your care is very […]