Dry Needling

Dry Needling

Dry Needling is a technique that uses single-use thin, stainless that is inserted into a trigger point, taut band, or ‘knot’ of the muscle. The needle signals the nerve to stimulate a response to the brain which sends a message to relax the muscle and therefore reduce pain.

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Franco Daprotis

Meet Franco: An Experienced Manual Therapist and Personal Trainer

Franco brings a wealth of expertise with over 7 years of experience as a manual therapist and more than 8 years as a personal trainer. His extensive background equips him with the confidence and skills to assess, manage, and treat complex musculoskeletal conditions and sports injuries effectively. Franco’s passion for health and fitness is driven by a deep commitment to helping clients overcome physical challenges and achieve their personal goals.

A sports enthusiast, Franco has a particular love for soccer, which has shaped his understanding of athletic performance and injury management. This passion translates into his work, where he provides tailored treatments for athletes and active individuals looking to enhance recovery, prevent injuries, or optimise performance.

Specialised Techniques

Franco employs a comprehensive range of techniques to address various physical concerns, including:

Remedial Massage: Targeted therapy to alleviate pain and improve function.

Sports Massage: Tailored to athletes for recovery and performance enhancement.

Deep Tissue Massage: Focused on releasing chronic muscle tension.

Trigger Point Therapy: Identifying and relieving tight areas within muscle tissue.

Myofascial Release: Reducing restrictions in the connective tissue for better mobility.

Joint Mobilisations: Improving joint function and range of motion.

Sports Taping: Supporting and protecting injured areas during activity.

Muscle Energy Technique (MET): Enhancing muscle flexibility and strength.

Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF) Stretching: Advanced stretching to improve flexibility.

Cupping Therapy: Increasing circulation and reducing muscle tension.

And more: Franco continuously refines his skills to deliver the best outcomes for his clients.

Availability

Franco is dedicated to his clients and works on the following days:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

Whether you’re dealing with a sports injury, chronic pain, or simply looking to improve your physical well-being, Franco’s expertise, combined with his genuine care for people, makes him a trusted partner in your health journey. Book a session with Franco today and take the first step toward achieving your physical goals!

Waka Iguchi

Meet Waka: A Dedicated Remedial Therapist and Sports Enthusiast

Waka brings 4 years of experience as a remedial therapist, with a strong foundation in health and well-being cultivated from her background in nursing in Japan. Her journey in healthcare reflects a deep passion for helping others achieve their physical best, whether recovering from injuries, managing chronic pain, or simply maintaining a balanced, healthy lifestyle.

A devoted fitness enthusiast, Waka’s active lifestyle includes CrossFit, running, surfing, and a genuine love for sports and fitness. These pursuits have shaped her understanding of the physical demands placed on the body, making her uniquely equipped to cater to athletes and individuals striving for optimal physical performance and recovery.

Specialised Techniques

Waka offers a comprehensive range of treatments tailored to meet the diverse needs of her clients, including:

Sports Massage: Enhances performance and speeds up recovery for athletes.

Deep Tissue Massage: Relieves chronic tension and addresses deep muscular issues.

Remedial Massage: Targets specific areas of pain or dysfunction to promote healing.

Pregnancy Massage: Provides safe and effective care for expectant mothers, relieving discomfort and promoting relaxation.

Lymphatic Drainage Massage: Stimulates the lymphatic system to reduce swelling and improve circulation.

Cupping Therapy: Eases muscle tension and improves blood flow.

Trigger Point Therapy: Releases tight knots in muscle fibres for improved function.

Myofascial Release: Alleviates tension in connective tissues, enhancing mobility.

PNF Stretching (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation): Improves flexibility and strength through advanced stretching techniques.

Joint Mobilisation: Increases joint mobility and reduces stiffness.

Swedish Massage: Promotes relaxation and overall well-being with gentle, soothing techniques.

A Therapist Who Understands Active Lifestyles

Waka’s personal connection to sports and fitness allows her to empathise with clients’ physical challenges and aspirations. Whether you’re training for a marathon, recovering from intense workouts, or managing daily aches and pains, Waka tailors her treatments to suit your unique needs.

Availability

Waka is available to work with you on the following days:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays.

With her background in healthcare, love for sports, and commitment to her clients’ well-being, Waka is ready to support you on your journey to better health and vitality. Book a session with Waka today and experience the difference her care and expertise can make!

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Loudres Barros

Lourdes is an experienced manual therapist with over 11 years of expertise in the field. Her passion for manual therapy stems from her active childhood, where she engaged in various sports such as handball, swimming, and water polo. These early experiences instilled in her a deep appreciation for movement, body mechanics, and the importance of recovery, which ultimately led her to pursue a career in manual therapy.

Lourdes has developed a specialisation in treating a range of conditions, including TMJ (temporomandibular joint) dysfunction, inner ear and balance issues, vertigo, dizziness, and vestibular ear disorders. Her approach is tailored to address each client’s specific needs, with a focus on improving functionality, reducing discomfort, and enhancing overall well-being.

She offers a wide variety of techniques, ensuring a comprehensive approach to treatment. These include:

Deep Tissue Massage: Targeting deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue to relieve chronic pain and tension.

Remedial Massage: Assessing and treating musculoskeletal issues to promote healing and restore function.

Cupping Therapy: Using suction cups to improve blood flow, reduce pain, and release tension.

Kinesio Taping: Supporting muscles and joints while allowing for a full range of motion, aiding in recovery and injury prevention.

Joint Mobilisation: Improving joint movement and reducing stiffness.

PNF Stretching (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation): Enhancing flexibility and muscle strength through advanced stretching techniques.

Myofascial Release: Relieving tightness in the connective tissues to improve mobility and decrease pain.

Rehabilitation and Exercise Programs: Providing personalised plans to strengthen muscles and prevent future injuries.

Trigger Point Therapy: Identifying and releasing muscle knots to alleviate pain and tension.

Pregnancy Massage: Offering safe and effective care for expectant mothers to ease discomfort and promote relaxation.

Lourdes is dedicated to empowering her clients to take charge of their health and achieve long-lasting results. Her warm and supportive demeanour ensures a comfortable and personalised experience for every individual.

Lourdes is available for appointments on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays, making her accessible to clients with varying schedules. Whether you are seeking relief from a specific condition or looking to improve your overall health, Lourdes is here to guide you on your journey to wellness.

Book an appointment with Lourdes today!

Kelly

Kelly, often regarded as the epitome of tranquility at Revive, embarked on her journey as a remedial massage therapist inspired by her personal battles with fibromyalgia and chronic pain. Her aim is to extend support to others facing similar challenges.

With a keen interest in pain relief, relaxation, and deep tissue massage, energy healing, aromatherapy. Kelly brings a diverse skill set to her practice. Recently, she has turned her attention to mastering myofascial release and functional cupping. Additionally, her passion for skincare, stemming from her background in beauty therapy, is evident in her enthusiasm for facials and all aspects of skincare. Kelly is available Fridays and Sundays.

All therapists can adjust their pressure for an clients needs, Kelly is best at Light to Medium Pressure.

Reihanna

Reihanna (Re) embarked on her journey in remedial massage following a career as a professional dancer and Personal Trainer. Fascinated by the human body’s resilience in recovering from injuries, she pursued her Diploma of Remedial Massage while actively engaging as a massage therapist for events like the HBF Fun Run, Busselton Ironman, and with sports teams like the West Coast Eagles AFLW, Perth Glory, and Perth Wildcats. Post-graduation, Re continues her work with amateur and professional sports clubs in the Perth-Peel region, drawing from her robust background in fitness and sports.

With a warm and outgoing demeanor, Re is dedicated to assisting clients in every way possible. Her expertise lies in Deep Tissue Massage, Trigger Point Release, Myofascial Treatments, cupping, dry needling, pin and stretch, rehab exercises, and stretches. She is available Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays.

Sunny

Sunny started his career in remedial massage therapy after finishing an IT degree and discovering he did not enjoy working in an office. Sanjayā loves remedial massage because he enjoys helping people in need to return to being physically active again. He also loves the feeling when a clients issue improves after a treatment. Sanjayā uses a medium to firm pressure and enjoys using myofascial release, deep tissue massage and trigger point release in his treatments. He is also trained in swedish massage, pin and stretch techniques and PNF stretching.

Sayuri

Sayuri was first interested in massage when she lived in Japan, where she learned Japanese massage. She moved to Australia and continued her massage journey, and studied Diploma in Remedial Massage Therapy at TAFE. Sayuri is interested in anatomy and learning how the body works. She is keen to learn and upskill her career as Remedial Therapist. Techniques Sayuri can perform are Remedial massage, deep tissue massage, sports massage, trigger point therapy, and Japanese massage. Sayuri has a sweet and polite personality; she is eager to please and assist you with your muscular-skeletal conditions. Sayuri is available on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Sayuri is a Japanese and english speaking remedial massage therapist.

Martin

Martin possesses a warm and welcoming demeanor, effortlessly putting you at ease so that you can comfortably talk about your musculoskeletal concerns. With two years of physiotherapy education under his belt, Martin is deeply passionate about postural correction, healing, and recovery from injuries. He has an innate ability to identify trigger points and areas of muscle tension, finding immense fulfillment in aiding his clients to alleviate their pain and discomfort. All therapists can adjust their pressure to suit their client, Martin is best at firm pressure. Martin is available on Saturdays.

Ana

With a passion for continuous learning, Ana is committed to expanding her theoretical and practical skills to advance her career in Remedial Therapy. She has mastered various techniques, including Swedish massage, deep tissue, cross-fibre friction, stretching, and myofascial release.

Experience Ana’s expertise and dedication as she helps you achieve optimal well-being and performance.

Ana is available Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7:30 am to 2:30 pm and every second Saturday 9am to 5 pm

Andrew

Andrew is studying a Diploma of Remedial Massage at the Australian institute of fitness. He has a euthanistic and outgoing personality and is always up for a chat. As a sportsperson and dancer, he has always been interested in anatomy, and the body. He pursued to learn massage therapy as it would help him better understand his body and use this knowledge to help others in sports and functional movement.

Andrew is confident in Deep Tissue Massage, Sports Massage, Swedish Massage, Trigger Pointing, Stretching, Pain Management, and Pregnancy Massage. All therapists can adjust massage pressure to the client’s liking, Andrew is best at firm to very firm pressure. Available Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (early mornings or evenings only), Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays.

Ally

Alyssia started her massage journey back in 2015, disheartened by the avaricious corporate and banking world, she decided to pursue a career in health that included helping people. She always had an interest in anatomy and human biology and quickly got excited about learning a new muscle or massage technique. After completing her Diploma in Remedial Massage, shortly after she upskilled in many techniques including dry needling and cupping. She can better understand the body now mechanically through special testing, exercise, and stretching and she wishes to continue studying with more of a focus on the nervous system and the complexity of chronic pain, injuries, postural pain, and how psychosocial factors can affect physical pain. She has grown her business from working from home back in 2015 to a 5-room clinic with a mat area in July 2021. She’s excited about helping more people with their muscle pain, range of motion, and general quality of life. Techniques Alyssia can perform are Remedial Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish Massage, Sports Massage, Special Testing, Postural Assessments, Stretching, Exercises, PNF Stretching, MET, Manual Lymphatic Drainage, Dry Needling, Pain Management, Functional Release Cupping, Myofascial Release Cupping, Electrotherapy, Myofascial Release, and taping.

All therapists can adjust massage pressure to the client’s liking, Alyssia is best at medium to firm. Available Mondays – Saturdays.