Kristian Vidakovic Myotherapist

ABOUT KRISTIAN

Kristian is a qualified Myotherapist, Remedial Massage Therapist, MLD and OM2 Oncology Massage Therapist specialising in Dry Needling and Chronic Pain Management. Kristian is also an Advanced Member of the Australian Association of Massage Therapists (AAMT).

“My aim is to contribute to a healthier community. I believe massage has an important role in maintaining your overall health and wellness assisting you get the most out of your life. I am committed to further study and research to ensure that my clients always receive the best treatment possible.”

Do you need to relieve tired, sore muscles, alleviate stress and anxiety, release muscle tension and pain, relax and re-energise? Why don’t you meet Kristian for yourself?

“I listen to your needs and design a treatment especially for you. I am committed to getting the results you want.”

We are currently accepting new clients, private health funds welcome.

Call Kristian today on 5998 0983 or 0408 080 586 to make your appointment today.

Kristian Vidakovic Myotherapist in Berwick, Melbourne, VIC is in the category of Massage, Physiotherapists offering services such as Remedial Massage, Cupping, Lymphatic Draining.

Some other services offered by Kristian Vidakovic Myotherapist are Pregnancy Massage.

Contact Kristian Vidakovic Myotherapist to make your next appointment.

Services

Oncology Massage is an adjusted form of massage that requires the therapist to have a knowledge of cancer and the implications of surgery and nuclear/radioactive medicine and how this affects your body.  Kristian is qualified to provide massage treatment to those who are currently being treated for cancer or have a history of cancer, have undergone surgery and chemotherapy/radiation therapy.

Oncology Massage can help relieve the effects of chemotherapy or radiation therapy such as fatigue and nausea, and the effect on your muscles.  It can also help ease anxiety and help the client find a sense of ‘self’ during their cancer journey.

​Light, relaxing massage can safely be given to people at all stages of cancer.

For more information on the benefits of massage to cancer patients click here

​PREGNANCY MASSAGE

Pregnancy or prenatal massage has been shown to improve labor outcomes for both mother and child.  Research has also shown that massage can reduce te chance of

post-partum depression.  Care is taken to ensure comfort at all times, by positioning

the client on their side.

Key benefits of Pregnancy Massage include:

relaxation
relieve muscle tension, cramps and spasms
relieve stress and pressure on limbs and joints
reduce stress, release physical and emotional tension
reduce swelling
stimulate blood flow
relieve headaches, neck, shoulder & back pain
relieve sciatic pain

 TREATMENT | ASSESSMENT | CONSULTATION

Myotherapy and Remedial Massage are most commonly used to treat chronic pain, injuries, muscle soreness and fatigue that is caused from over exertion during sporting activities, gym sessions, or just simply burning the candle at both ends.

​An appointment begins with an initial assessment and conversation on your condition, which allows me to tailor a specific treatment to suit your needs.  A post assessment will determine if any following treatments will be necessary.​

​Common conditions that can be treated include:
DOMS
Chronic fatigue syndrome
Plantar fasciitis
Immobility, decreased range of movement
Tendinitis
Carpal tunnel syndrome
Cartilage damage
Repetitive strain injury (RSI)
Quad & hamstring injuries
General stiffness, tension and pain
Scoliosis

Neck & shoulder pain
Headaches & migraines
Whiplash
Back pain
Sciatica
Shin splints
Frozen shoulder
Groin strain
Tennis elbow
Hand & forearm pain
Golfers elbow

MYOTHERAPY

Myotherapy is an advanced form of Remedial Massage which focuses on the assessment, treatment and rehabilitation of musculoskeletal pain and associated conditions.

Myotherapy utilises the tools of Remedial Massage and expands on them by incorporating other modalities such as Dry Needling, Myofascial Release, Cupping & Corrective Exercise.

DRY NEEDLING

Dry needling is used in the treatment of active and latent Myofascial trigger points. It’s effects can include; deactivating trigger points, reducing or eliminating pain, increasing blood flow, increasing range of movement and re-education of the correct neuromuscular patterns.  Dry needling employs the use of a small-diameter needle injected into a trigger point, which can instantly release the tension of that muscle by deactivating the active/latent trigger point.

​Dry needling is a fantastic alternative to Deep Tissue or Remedial Massage as it can relieve tension and pain in the effected muscles without heavy hand work which can leave you feeling fatigued or ‘beaten up’.

MYOFASCIAL CUPPING

Cupping is a treatment that is performed by applying a cup to the skins surface.  The air within the cup is evacuated to create a vacuum which pulls the skin inside the cup, increasing blood flow to the area being treated.  This creates negative pressure that lifts the muscle tissue and drains excess toxins and fluids, mobilising blood flow to promote the healing of a broad range of medial ailments.  During the treatment the patient experiences a mild pulling sensation which in turn calms the sympathetic nerves, promoting a deep sense of relaxation throughout the body.

​Cupping is used to treat muscle pain, and deactivate active trigger points, relieve tight fascial and connective tissue.  Cupping is a fantastic alternate treatment when the patient cannot handle the initial pressure of a deep tissue massage.  Cupping helps alleviate the localised pain and allow the therapist to apply pressure without discomfort.

Other treatable conditions also include (but not limited to) Arthritis, Asthma, Boils, Bruises, Digestive problems, Colds, relief from Scoliosis and more.

REMEDIAL MASSAGE

Remedial massage is the process of manipulating the soft tissues and muscles of the body to target and treat specific problems such as tension, strain, and immobility.  Basically, ‘fixing’ mechanical problems that have occurred throughout the body.  Soft and deep tissue manipulation are performed to increase blood flow to the injured tissues and affected areas of the body, relieving tension and relaxing contraction and spasms that have occurred.  This results in an increase in the rate of repair and range of movement.​

Key benefits of remedial massage include:​

Improvement in muscle tone
Increase in mobility and range of movement
Stimulation of cell growth, influencing soft tissue repair
Increasing blood circulation allowing toxins in the muscles to be moved
Calming of the peripheral and sympathetic nervous system
Reduced tension, aches and pain

MANUAL LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE

Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a very specific massage technique (timing, pressure and direction) which helps to ensure our bodies ability to rejuvenate and establish resistance to all types of stress, it encourages the natural circulation of lymph through the body.​

It is not a muscular massage but a harmonious manual treatment using mild mechanical stretching of the connective tissue to facilitate decongestion of lymph ducts. This allows regenerative fluid to flow and improves circulation and toxin removal as well as carrying vital substances to areas where it is needed, thus increasing healing times.​

The physiological effects of MLD include:​

• Nervous system: MLD stimulates the parasympathetic nervous system, reducing pain by sedating sensory nerve endings. It also has an analgesic/anti inflammatory effect. MLD also relaxes tonic organs and muscles softening tissues.​

• Immune system: the passage of lymph in the lymph nodes stimulates the immune system. According to research conducted by Bruno Chikly the body produces 30% more immuno competent cells post MLD. Fluid circulation and elimination: by activating lymph function and circulation there is a reduction of fluid and greater elimination of fluid from the interstitial tissues. This leads to greater tissue health and easier lymphatic flow.​

Listed below are a few applications for MLD:​

• fluid retention

• lymphoedema

• sinusitis/hay fever

• dentistry

• liposculpture

• breast surgery

(augmentation, segmental, simple and total mastectomy)

• neurology – migraines

Reviews

“I had a torn soleus due to rupturing my ATFL, couldn’t walk for weeks and the injury kept aggravating preventing me from successfully completing my rehab. After one session with Kristian, my leg has never been better since before my injury! Couldn’t recommend him highly enough.”

“Kristian magic hands. I have seriously gone from applying Rapigel every night before bed just to try and get comfortable, to walking out like I have a brand new body! Thank you so so much!”

“Amazing!!! Was crippled with a sore back and I walked out of there pain free! Thank you so much”

“I had a session with Kristian a few weeks ago to fix a numb hand. Within minutes he had diagnosed what was wrong and after some dry needling and cupping it was fixed! Cannot recommend him more highly. Thanks so much!”

“I’ve been seeing Kristian for over 2 years now for neck pain and I’m really impressed with how much he knows about his craft. Before finding Kristian, I was spending so much money with physios and chiros with little or no relief. Now, I have a plan in place that actually works and I’m feeling better than ever. Thanks Kristian!”