Musculoskeletal Therapy

Musculoskeletal Therapy is a holistic therapy that works to look after your muscle and skeletal system, with the aim of identifying and treating underlying causes that can lead to physical pain and injury. Used to treat and rehabilitate back pain, neck pain, joint pain, muscular dysfunction and or injuries, Musculoskeletal techniques incorporate remedial and mobilisation techniques as well as home stretching and strengthening exercises to assist in maintaining functional alignment of the skeletal system.

Our body is an intricate biological miracle, made up of skeleton, muscles, soft tissue, organs, skin, tendons, ligaments, nerves and joints. There is a lot in each of us that needs looking after. At MO+, each and every one of our treatments, including Musculoskeletal Therapy, aims to look at both physical and mental / emotional health with a holistic approach, supporting and driving a sustainable wellness plan for all of our clients.

Meet MO+ Musculoskeletal Therapist,

Samuel Minkin.

Sam's passion began as an exercise specialist in 2012, before moving into sports medicine where he continues to work with elite athletes and Australian sporting teams. After several years of clinical experience, treating countless conditions, Samuel has the ability to address and treat his patient’s with a holistic approach. Specializing in Musculoskeletal Therapy, Samuel’s treatments look closely at the interaction of the spine with the neurovascular and neuromuscular structures. This comprehensive field of assessment and treatment finds its foundations in targeting root causes that present in physical pain or injury.

Underpinning Sam’s approach to patient healthcare is education – helping each client to understand their condition and the means through which they can start their journey of recovery. Samuel works to assess and treat the physical body, while also factoring in the impact chronic pain can have on mental health. Utilising treatment techniques founded in modern research findings, means Sam works to always achieve the best results possible.

Sam is most noted for incorporating a combination of Vagus Nerve Stimulation, Photobiomodulaton (Laser Light Therapy) and Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy (Sound Wave Therapy) to successfully treat patients with minor injuries through to long term complex conditions of pain, gut health and emotional wellness, such as stress, anxiety and depression. Read More - Nurturing Your Physical and Emotional Wellbeing with Musculoskeletal Therapies.

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Vagus Nerve Stimulation

As one of few practitioners who uses non-invasive transcutaneous Vagus Nerve Stimulation, a modern medicine technique, Samuel commonly treats depression, anxiety, neuroplasticity, inflammatory disorders, irregular heartbeats, memory, PTSD, reflux, gut health amongst other issues. More on Vagus Nerve Stimulation

 Photobiomodulation (PBMt)

Samuel is also one of very few experts in his field that is trained in Photobiomodulation (PBMt) - an exciting field of modern medicine that works to regenerate tissue. This laser can also be used on the brain to treat various mood and traumatic brain injuries, including shortening the effects of pain and recovery time.

Photobiomodulation is a non-invasive, non-thermal therapy which stimulates cells to generate more energy and undergo self-repair through the use of near infrared light (NIR).  Also known as low-level light (or laser) therapy, PBM has no side effects.  Occasionally, first time users may experience a transient headache, dry throat, or tiredness, although the majority of patients report an improvement in their level of energy.

 Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy

An exciting field of Musculoskeletal medicine, this type of shockwave therapy works to restart the repair process, breaking calcification in tendons, restructuring scar tissue and reducing cellulite significantly.

Shockwave therapy is a multidisciplinary device used in orthopaedics, physiotherapy, sports medicine, urology and veterinary medicine. Its main assets are fast pain relief and mobility restoration. Together with being a non-surgical therapy with no need for painkillers makes it an ideal therapy to speed up recovery and cure various acute or chronic pain.

Read 5 Star Reviews for Sam Minkin

‘I recently went to see Sam due to some back and neck injuries after an accident 3 months ago. After going to the doctor's several times to help with reduced flexibility and movement since the incident, doctors still couldn't tell me what was wrong. Sam on the other hand found the problem in my neck and back within the first consultation, and with one session already I had instant improvement in my flexibility and movement. I highly recommend seeing Sam as he has not only helped my body recover, but started helping me deal with the mental trauma and anxiety caused by this incident. Sam is passionate and determined to help improve ones quality of life. Thank you Sam!’

Chantelle, Early Childhood Teacher

‘I've been going to Sam for over a year now to address back injuries from a younger age. I've tried every treatment thinkable and not one has given any sort of relief for more than a few hours, until I started receiving treatments from Sam.
I've been to Sam in states where I was unable to stand let alone walk. The professionalism and knowledge that he produced was second to none, taking his time to explain what the issues were, why they were occurring and what needed to be addressed for me to prevent those injuries, not to mention the work he put into me in every session. He works tirelessly, putting all his knowledge and skills to work to the point I have walked out comfortably and pain free after every session.
I have and will continue to recommend Sam to anyone and everyone.’
10/10

Mitch, Queensland Representative AFL

‘Nearly a year on from my ACL rupture, 2 surgeries, countless physio sessions and ongoing pain in my knee, a friend referred me to Sam. In three short weeks, not only is the pain drastically decreased, but he's addressed the cause of the ongoing problems. I played tennis the other day - something that would have been unthinkable a few weeks ago. Thank you Sam! I'm totally impressed, not just by your knowledge, but by your passion and dedication to getting a great result.’

Megan, Realty Owner

‘As a yoga teacher, I need to have my body in peak physical condition in order to instruct my classes. I have been to many practitioners, however, none have been as effective or efficient in treating any injuries or imbalances that I have had as Samuel Minkin. I wouldn't trust the health of my body with any other manual therapist.’

Jade, Yoga Teacher

‘His devotion and determination to helping the patient is of high standard. Not many people have the enthusiasm and drive he does, this alone can be very valuable in healing. That, mixed with his expertise... very grateful for what he's done to help my overall condition. Will continue to visit for maintenance and refer others for their need of physical treatment.’

Daniel, Body Builder and Health Enthusiast