Remedial Massage for Lower Back pain.
Welcome To Adolphus Bodyworks. The Art of Technical Bodywork.
Adolphus Bodyworks specialises in the management of non-specific Lower Back Pain through the application of massage and stretching to the deep musculature, nervous tissue and fascia of the body, by taking a whole body approach and addressing regions such as the feet, hands and neck, which can contribute to the “butterfly effect” of lower back pain.
All treatments are evidence based and a combination of Deep Tissue, Swedish Massage and Sports Stretching. Treatments affect to varying degrees, indirectly and indirectly nearly all the 11 systems of the body, especially the Muscular, Integumentary, Circulatory, Endocrine, Nervous and Skeletal systems.
Services include –The Day Off 80– a deep Muscular Relaxation for muscular and nervous tissue to help you manage stress and tension, The Five Points 80– A massage and stretch for the Head, Feet and Hands, Manual Lymphatic Drainage 80 for swelling and the skin, The Shoulder Connection– A comprehensive Head, Neck and Shoulder treatment, designed originally for Rotator cuff issues and The Hip Connection 80 for the Hip and Glutes originally designed for Sciatica type pain.
The WorkBetter 80-The Best Service for Preventative management. This is a massage and stretch that covers all the major dynamic and stabiliser muscles, joints, fascia and connective tissue. It is a very functional treatment with the main focus on the Shoulder, feet and the Lower Back. If you are looking for a clinical grade massage to help you in manual work, sports or to address DOMS from gym work, this is the treatment. Use this as a monthly or fortnightly accompaniment to boost your overall circulation, flexibility and range. It also feels good.
The Back Connection 80 -The Signature Treatment-we believe this is one of the most effective, comprehensive and safe massage treatments on the market for short term alleviation of Lower Back Pain. It reaches the deepest rotators and flexors using a expert combination of massage and stretching. We perfected this technique partly through extensive training and education but also from the experience curve from attending training and International massage competitions in Copenhagen, Denmark. You may get results from the very first session, however, all treatments need at least 2-3 to make a real impact.
Lower Back Pain-The Bad News-According to the Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, back problems are Australia’s number one cause of early retirement, lost work productivity and work related poverty.
Disability-Lower back pain is the Number 1 leading cause of disability globally, and has been for the past 40 years. (World Health Organisation). More than 3.2 million Australians will live with chronic back issues by 2033. (Monash University)
Income Poverty– It is the leading cause of work related income poverty, with many forced out of the workforce due to back pain. (Schofield et al, PMID 2012)
Social withdrawal-Lower back pain frequently causes people to withdraw from sports, training, social activities, community and family events. (Australian Institute of Health and Welfare).
Sexual disability-Scientific research literature shows a strong relationship between poor sexual activity and chronic Lower back pain, ranging from 37% to 81% across LBP sufferers. (Vanti, et al 2024).
Doing Nothing is not an Option, Get Help-It is important to note that correlation is not always causation. However, do not risk becoming a statistic of Lower Back pain. If you have chronic Lower Pain pain you should seek the advice of your GP in the first instance for proper advice.
The Good News-Research published in The Lancet, (one of the world’s most prestigious peer-reviewed medical journals) claims that almost 95% of individuals with lower back pain do not have a pathoanatomical cause. (The Lancet Volume 391, Issue 10137, June 2018)
This means that only 5% of Lower Back pain sufferers have vertebral structural, mechanical issues, malignancy or spinal infections. Almost 95% of Lower Back Pain is non-specific Lower Back pain. This is one reason why the overuse of Imaging such as CTs, X-Rays and MRIs are sometimes ineffective in diagnosing.
That seminal study from The Lancet also recommends the move away from imaging and towards symptom management and active physical movements.
Massage can help-In the absence of pathological and psychosocial issues, Lower Back Pain may be addressed effectively, albeit, sometimes temporarily through massage therapy among other types of physical therapy, including Physiotherapy.
Short term physical therapy such as Remedial Massage and Stretching can assist with pain modulation, alleviate stiffness, improve motor control, provide better stabilisation, improve functionality and provide hope and confidence.
The best solution– For the long term is a combination of 1) better self management and education, 2) Lifestyle changes, 3) Exercise, 4) Physical therapy, and 5) Psychologically informed therapy.
Prolonged physical therapy– is not the best long term solution and should not be the sole method for the alleviation of Lower Back problems, it will also just cost you a lot of money in the long run.
Why Choose Raymond Adolphus? Hundreds of athletes, moms, dads and whole families place their trust in Raymond Adolphus every year. There are four reasons why Ray is different from the majority of remedial Massage therapists. Check out Customer Reviews. Book Now
1) Training and education-and therefore track record through a solid understanding the anatomical terrain. Raymond J Adolphus is an Australian trained, Internationally awarded Sports Massage Therapist, with a Diploma In Remedial Massage Therapy, (Advanced Rehab) along with qualifications in Exercise and Yoga. Raymond is currently studying towards a Honours degree in Physiotherapy at Griffith University. He has advanced training in Dry Needling and undertaken sports massage training in Copenhagen, Denmark. He is committed to being one of the best in the industry. Book Now
2) Has designed targeted treatment protocols– like the The Lower Back Connection 80 minutes- A deep and safe treatment of the deepest musculature of the body which is evidence and assessment based and The WorkBetter 80 minutes- A research based and designed massage and stretch treatment specifically aimed at the Lower Back and connecting functional musculture, nervous tissue and fascia to help manual workers perform better at manual work.
3) Combines Massage with stretching-Adolphus Bodyworks is also one of the only remedial massage therapist that combines joint and soft tissue work with sports stretching. There are only a hand full of therapists who utilise comprehensive Sport stretching in concert with Remedial massage in Australia. This makes the treatments faster, more effective and saves you money.
4) Evidence Based-Adolphus Bodyworks will only perform what is needed, and not string you along with hocus pocus techniques or endless visits.
Raymond has helped hundreds of clients from all around Australia and helped clients in London, Paris and Copenhagen. He has helped some of the most elite sports performers from within Women’s professional boxing, Football and Racing with his Lower Back and Shoulder treatments. Book Now
Not just the Lower Back-Raymond Adolphus also conducts Massage and Stretch Bodywork for the Neck, Feet, Shoulder and Hips and Glutes, in addition to the Lower Back. Often these areas contribute to the condition of the Lower Back. The treatments are technically focused and designed to alleviate pain symptoms from musculoskeletal (MSK) pain conditions such as Craniofacial (head and face) tension, Tension type headaches, Temporomandibular joint pain (TMJ), Plantar fasciitis, Adhesive capsulitis, Rotator cuff impingement, Sciatica and Lower Back Pain. Book Now
Foot and Calves Massage 50 Mins, especially if you wear steel capped work boots. The feet frequently are a factor in back pain. Book Now
Shoulder Connection 50 mins– if you do a lot of overhead arm work or heavy lifting. Key muscles here are the pectoralis major subscapularis and the subclavius, including the arms and the hand, assisting in common elbow issues like lateral and medial epicondylalgia, (aka Golfers and Tennis Elbow), frozen shoulder and rotator cuff muscles. Book Now
Lower Back Connection 80 especially if you suffer from Lower Back pain. Lower back muscles are key to your whole body function, for example up to 5% extra inspiration power can come from servicing the frequently hypertonic deepest core muscle, the Quadratus Lumborum (QL). Book Now
The Five Points 80 Covers the Head, Feet and Hands. Perfect for headaches, boosting circulation to the 19 key head and neck muscles. Book Now
Manual Lymphatic Drainage/Skin 80 Addresses the swelling through the body with very light massage pointed towards the heart. It is also great for relaxation and sleep. MDL is not very effective if you do not have lymphatic fluid congestion. However, you can Book this as a relaxation therapy and for the management of the Integumentary (skin) system for softer and brighter skin and collagen production. MLD for non lymphatic purposes may improve microcirculation by stimulating superficial blood vessels. Book Now
WorkBetter 80 mins, is very popular with elite sports clients and manual workers.The focus is on superficial and deep muscles of mastication, muscles of the neck and head, trunk, intercostals, abdominals, scapula, arm, hand, feet, wrist, glutes and legs. Book Now
Preventative Maintenance-These treatments are best booked by as General Maintenance to improve function, postural stability and circulation. Book Now. If you take regular treatments, your daily performance will continuously improve. You are welcome to take once off treatments. Book Now
Cost, Duration and Location-Adolphus Bodyworks is based in Canungra, Queensland. All services are 50 minute at $165 and 80 minute at $250. The cost structure is higher than most “garden variety” massage therapists, but in line with other Allied health providers, due to the investment in training and development. On average to get some relief from Lower Back Pain, clients see us 2-3 times over a period of 2-3 weeks. All pain management treatments are health fund approved and you can claim in clinic through HICAPS terminal.
Availability-There is usually a wait for about a week for availability
How to Book– You can book online. You can also text or call your therapist, Raymond Adolphus on 0423 592 607. Ray is committed to the local Scenic Rim community, and will do the best to accomodate you, especially if you are in pain and have to miss work or sports.
Not sure what to book– Just book the Remedial Massage and Stretch 50 minutes or The Remedial Massage and Stretch 80 minutes, Book Now and leave the rest up to the therapist on the day. The 50 minutes, where available is best suited for smaller complaints, and the 80 minute treatment allows a more comprehensive coverage, this may save you money in the long run. You can pay by cash, eft or online. You can also give the gift of wellness by buying a gift card for someone you care for.
Ray practices from a large fully equipped studio next to the family home in Canungra, Queensland, with a waiting room and bathroom facilities. When not studying, training or working, he mentors his teenage son with his music career. Ray has three adult sons.
Book Raymond Adolphus, if you need excellent standard of care, technical knowledge and excellent anatomy knowledge. Check out Customer Reviews Book Now
Other Relevant Information For Decision making.
No Hocus Pocus or Questionable techniques: No Pain creams or lotions used, No lasers, Electronics, Red Light Therapy, Hot Stones, Cold/Hot treatments, Compression equipment. No experimental techniques or complex methodologies. Its all traditional hands-on muscular work.
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Massage is not suitable for everyone.
You cannot have a Treatment if (Contraindicated): Massage treatments tend to boost the heart rate and circulation. Massage is Not for people with uncontrolled and severe high blood pressure, people on blood thinners (anticoagulants), clients who have had a stoke or a cerebrovascular accident (CVA), Blood Clots (DVT), Contagious Illness: You can spread germs (e.g., cold, flu, COVID-19), fever over 37.7 degrees or a contagious skin condition. Please consult your GP if you have multiple health issues or are unsure if massage is suitable for you.
When you combine the Art of Technical Bodywork with beauty, truth and proportion, you get Beautiful Medicine.
Adolphus Bodywork is Beautiful Medicine. Book Now
Your first point of contact should always be an AMA Registered Medical Practitioner for serious issues.
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