Ever noticed how a good morning sets the tone for your entire day? Before emails, school drop-offs, or busy work schedules take over, how you move your body in the morning can have a powerful ripple effect on your energy, focus, and mood. Morning movement doesn’t have to mean intense workouts or early alarm clocks. Even a few intentional minutes can make a big difference. Boosts Energy (Without the Coffee Crash) Gentle movement first thing in the morning increases blood flow,

Heading away this summer? Whether you’re flying interstate to see family, road-tripping down the Great Ocean Road, or jetting off overseas, travel can take a surprising toll on your body. Long hours of sitting, whether it’s in a car or plane, can lead to tight hips, sore backs, stiff necks, and aching legs. Our therapists see it every year, clients returning from holidays feeling like they need a holiday from their holiday! Here are some simple tips to keep your body comforta

When it comes to managing chronic pain and supporting muscle recovery, one of the simplest and most powerful tools is often overlooked: hydration. Drinking enough water (and replenishing electrolytes) plays a vital role in how your body heals, performs, and feels every day. Did you know that around 60–70% of the human body is made up of water? • Muscles are about 75% water • The brain and heart are roughly 73% water • Even your bones are about 30% water Water isn’t just a flu

As the last of the winter chill lingers, now is the perfect time to give your body a much-needed reset. Cold weather, lower activity...

As the weather cools down, many people notice a telltale ache creeping into their neck, shoulders, and upper back. Sound familiar? You’re...

Frozen Shoulder- also known as Adhesive Capsulitis, is a condition in which the person experiences significant pain, restriction and loss...

Having a sauna in summer may seem counterintuitive, but people visit our Infrared Sauna for a wide range of reasons, including chronic...

Myofascial dry needling (MDN) is a manual technique in which the practitioner uses a sterile, single-use monofilament (very fine) needle...

Exercise and daily physical activity are essential to our health and well-being and an important part of this is our muscle recovery....

We see a lot of runners in our clinic and we treat plenty of hip, glute and lower back issues. One ailment that massage and myotherapy...

What is it? ITB Syndrome is an overuse injury that presents as pain on the outer aspect of the knee. We treat this most commonly in...

The Trapezius is a muscle that so many of us hold tension and discomfort in, particularly the upper section that sits on top of your...

A question we get asked a lot is if it's best to have a sauna before or after your treatment. For comfort, hygiene and improved treatment...

Chromotherapy also known as colour therapy is a method of treatment that uses the visible spectrum (colours) to treat certain diseases....

So much more than just sitting in a hot little cabin and sweating, your sauna session can be just as individual as you are. Not sure what...

The temptation to bump up the temperature in your sauna session is very real. Some people are keen to see how much they can get their...

Mindfulness is paying attention to the present moment with openness, curiosity and without judgement. It is not about stopping or...

Pregnancy is one of the most beautiful and special times in a mother’s life, but it can also be one of the most challenging! A common...

It’s far too often that we see our clients at Body Align Myotherapy & Massage in pain due to being desk bound 5 days a week. As more...

Did you know that spiky ball self treatment can boost blood flow to the area, stimulate the tissue, roll through trigger points and...