Remedial Massage Heidelberg — Advanced Health Preston (12 Min via Plenty Road)

Advanced Health Preston serves Heidelberg and Heidelberg Heights patients with clinical remedial massage — just 12 minutes via Plenty Road or Bell Street, with free on-site parking on arrival. For Heidelberg patients looking for a credentialled, outcomes-focused remedial massage clinic (rather than a day spa), we’re the closest option with both depth of expertise and a full multidisciplinary allied health team behind us.

Getting here from Heidelberg

The most direct route from Heidelberg is west via Bell Street to Plenty Road, then north a short distance to 4/107 Plenty Road, Preston — about 12 minutes. From Heidelberg Heights, head south-west on Waterdale Road to Bell Street, then the same route — also around 12 minutes. There’s free on-site parking directly at the clinic. If you’re not driving, bus Route 250 connects Heidelberg Station to Preston via Bell Street.

Heidelberg and Heidelberg Heights have a significant population of older adults and pre-op/post-op patients — the Austin Hospital, Warringal Private, and Heidelberg Repatriation Hospital are all within the suburb. We regularly see Heidelberg patients who are preparing for or recovering from surgery, managing chronic musculoskeletal conditions, or returning to activity after a period of reduced movement.

What remedial massage at Advanced Health involves

Our remedial massage begins with a targeted assessment of your presenting complaint. Rather than applying uniform pressure across the entire back, your therapist identifies the specific structures at fault — particular muscles, trigger points, or areas of fascial restriction — and addresses those directly. Techniques include deep tissue massage, myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and assisted stretching. The goal is structural change in the tissue, not just temporary relief.

For Heidelberg patients with complex histories — post-surgical, chronic pain, or multiple co-existing conditions — we coordinate with your treating practitioner where appropriate. If you have a management plan from your GP, specialist, or physio, bring it along and your therapist will work within its parameters.

Conditions Heidelberg patients commonly present with

• Post-surgical recovery massage — soft tissue work around surgical sites (once cleared by surgeon), reducing scar tissue formation and maintaining mobility
• Chronic lower back and hip pain — common in Heidelberg’s older demographic; often long-standing and requiring a consistent maintenance approach
• Arthritic pain management — remedial massage around arthritic joints reduces surrounding muscle guarding and improves function
• Neck pain and cervicogenic headaches — particularly in patients who have sustained whiplash or have degenerative cervical changes
• Shoulder restriction — frozen shoulder, rotator cuff degeneration, post-repair rehab massage
• Leg pain and sciatica-related tension — piriformis and glute tightness that compress the sciatic nerve

Our remedial massage therapists

Our therapists hold nationally accredited qualifications and are registered with a professional association recognised by major health funds. They have experience working with complex presentations including post-surgical patients, WorkCover claimants, and patients managing chronic conditions alongside medical care. Advanced Health is also a chiropractic clinic, so if your presenting issue has a joint or structural component, you have access to that expertise in the same practice.

What to expect at your first appointment

Your first session begins with a 5-minute intake: current complaint, relevant medical history (including any recent surgery or ongoing medical management), and goals for treatment. The remainder of the appointment is hands-on treatment. We use professional draping throughout; you’ll be asked to undress to a level you’re comfortable with. Your therapist will conclude the session with specific home care advice — appropriate stretching, temperature therapy, or movement modifications. 24-hour cancellation notice is required.

Pricing

$75 for 45 minutes, $105 for 60 minutes. Health fund extras rebates apply via HICAPS on the spot — most major funds (BUPA, Medibank, HCF, NIB, AHM, TUH) cover remedial massage by accredited therapists. The gap is typically $20–$45 for a 60-minute session. WorkCover and TAC claims are also accepted; please bring claim details to your first appointment.

FAQs for Heidelberg patients

How far is the clinic from Heidelberg?

About 12 minutes via Bell Street and Plenty Road. We’re at 4/107 Plenty Road, Preston 3072. Free parking on arrival.

Can I have remedial massage after surgery?

In most cases, yes — but with specific precautions. You’ll need surgeon clearance for massage directly at or near the surgical site. We can treat surrounding areas (which often become tight compensating for restricted movement) from quite early in recovery. Bring your discharge paperwork to the first appointment.

Do you treat TAC patients?

Yes. We accept TAC (Transport Accident Commission) patients for remedial massage. Please have your TAC claim number and case manager contact details ready at your first appointment.

Is remedial massage appropriate for chronic conditions like arthritis?

Yes, with appropriate technique. We don’t work directly on acutely inflamed joints, but massage around arthritic joints — reducing muscle guarding, improving circulation, and maintaining range of motion — is safe and frequently beneficial. Your therapist will adapt technique based on what you report on the day.

Book your remedial massage

Call (03) 9484 9185 or book online. We’re open Monday–Friday 8am–7pm and Saturday 8am–1pm. 4/107 Plenty Road, Preston 3072 — 12 minutes from Heidelberg via Bell Street.