Remedial Massage Thornbury — Advanced Health Preston (7 Min Away)
Advanced Health Preston is 7 minutes from Thornbury — close enough that many Thornbury residents find it more convenient than trying to find a clinical remedial massage therapist in High Street itself. We’re a purpose-built allied health clinic with 182 five-star Google reviews, HICAPS health fund claiming on the spot, and therapists who treat musculoskeletal conditions rather than selling relaxation packages.
Serving Thornbury from our Preston clinic
From Thornbury, it’s a 7-minute drive up High Street or Station Street into Preston — or via the back streets through Northcote. If you’re on public transport, trams 86 and 96 connect Thornbury to the Preston precinct. Plenty Road is just north of Bell Street, and we’re at number 107 — on-site parking is free, which matters in Preston where street parking is easy but not always immediately adjacent.
Thornbury attracts a lot of young families, inner-city cyclists, and creative-industry workers — which translates into a specific set of physical complaints we see regularly: cycling overuse injuries, postural strain from creative screen-based work, and the aches of parents carrying small children in awkward positions. Our therapists are familiar with all of these patterns.
What remedial massage at Advanced Health involves
Remedial massage is a clinical modality — it starts with an assessment, not just a preference question about pressure. Your therapist will identify the specific muscles and soft tissue structures driving your complaint, then use targeted techniques to release them: trigger point therapy, myofascial release, deep tissue work, and dry stretching. Sessions are either 45 or 60 minutes. The 60-minute session is recommended for anyone presenting with multiple areas or an unresolved chronic complaint.
Because Advanced Health is also a chiropractic and clinical Pilates clinic, your massage therapist can communicate directly with Andrew (our chiropractor) if your presenting issue has a structural or joint component that would benefit from combined care — something a standalone massage studio can’t offer.
Conditions Thornbury patients commonly present with
- Cycling overuse injuries — ITB syndrome, piriformis pain, neck strain from road position
- Desk and creative work posture strain — suboccipital headaches, upper trap and levator scapulae tightness
- New parent musculoskeletal strain — lower back and sacroiliac pain from carrying, feeding posture, pram pushing
- Chronic upper back tightness — particularly through the thoracic spine and rhomboids
- Running knee pain — Darebin Creek and nearby trail runners presenting with ITB and patellofemoral issues
- Stress-related muscle tension — jaw, neck, and trapezius holding patterns common in high-output professionals
Our remedial massage therapists
Our therapists hold nationally accredited qualifications and are registered with the AAMT or equivalent professional body — the requirement for health fund rebates to apply. They operate within a multidisciplinary clinic, meaning they can communicate with our chiropractor and Pilates team about your care when relevant. This integrated approach is particularly valuable for patients with complex or recurring conditions.
What to expect at your first appointment
A short intake (5 minutes) is followed by hands-on treatment for the remainder of your session. Wear or bring comfortable clothing — you’ll undress to your comfort level, and we use professional draping throughout. After treatment, your therapist will explain what they found and give you a home care recommendation (usually a simple stretch or heat/ice protocol). 24-hour cancellation notice is required.
Pricing
$75 for 45 minutes, $105 for 60 minutes. Most major health funds (BUPA, Medibank, HCF, NIB, AHM) provide a rebate for remedial massage — the gap after rebate is typically $20–$45 on a 60-minute session. HICAPS claiming happens at the clinic on the day, so you pay only the gap.
FAQs for Thornbury patients
How far is Advanced Health from Thornbury?
7 minutes by car via High Street or Station Street north into Preston. We’re at 4/107 Plenty Road, Preston 3072, with free on-site parking.
Can I see both a chiropractor and a remedial massage therapist at the same clinic?
Yes. Advanced Health offers both services in the same building. Many patients from Thornbury see Andrew (chiropractor) and one of our remedial massage therapists on the same visit, or alternating visits. The two practitioners communicate so your care is coordinated.
Is remedial massage covered by Medicare?
Not directly. Medicare covers specific allied health services under GP Management Plans — remedial massage is not currently on that list. Your private health fund extras cover is the main rebate mechanism for remedial massage.
Do you treat cyclists?
Regularly. Cycling produces specific overuse patterns — ITB syndrome, piriformis tightness, hip flexor restriction, and neck strain from road position — and our therapists are experienced with all of them. If you’re also having bike fit issues contributing to the injury, we can advise on what to discuss with your fitter.
Same-week availability?
Often available. We’re open Monday–Friday 8am–7pm and Saturday 8am–1pm. Call (03) 9484 9185 or check online for current openings.
Book your remedial massage
Call (03) 9484 9185 or book online. We’re 7 minutes from Thornbury at 4/107 Plenty Road, Preston — open Monday–Friday 8am–7pm and Saturday 8am–1pm.