The Latest Update Information on COVID-19 and how it affects Myotherapy and Remedial Massage Places offering health services.
Massage and Myotherapy Coronavirus COVID-19
As we navigate the rapid forever changing environment of the Coronavirus pandemic we asses the current COVID-19 situation keeping up to date with the current news, protocols and restrictions in place. We’re committed to closely following updates and keeping everyone’s health top of mind. How does this latest news and information relate to Massage and Myotherapy and more broadly Remedial Massage Therapists and Myotherapists and their profession to continue to provide Allied Health Services? Is Remedial Massage an essential service?
Are Remedial Massage Places Open Near Me?
You can still receive Remedial Massage and Myotherapy treatments as they are classified as essential services for medical and health reasons. As Myotherapy Association Australia state here, As we go back into stage three restrictions we continue from where we left off, that is Myotherapists and Remedial Massage Therapists can continue to practice as essential businesses providing medical Remedial Massage and Myotherapy for clients in need during COVID-19.
''Allied Health Services - providing support including music and art therapy, rehabilitation care services, Physiotherapy, mental health counselling, Myotherapy, Remedial Massage and Podiatry - are open.''
The 1.5 metre rule for social distancing does not apply to trained healthcare professionals treating clients. Adherence to strict hygiene and infection control must be upheld. To find out more about social distancing read this social distancing guidance information sheet released by the Department of Health titled 'Social distancing in the workplace'.
What Are We Doing to Help?
Practice proper handwashing and hygiene protocols - maintain high standards of hygiene and infection control. Hand washing is an important protection against COVID-19.
Wearing Masks - Massage Therapists and Myotherapists are wearing masks throughout treatment.
Appointment Spacing - Spreading out appointment times allows to have adequate time in between to clean and minimise interaction with multiple people in the reception area.
Staying Up to Date - Gain a full understanding of any new laws and ordinances at the local, state, and national levels and adjust the clinic accordingly.
No Cancellation Policy - We do not enforce the cancellation policy and protocols if a client shows signs of illness and encourage clients to not come to an appoint if presenting with any signs fever or a cough.
Cleaning - Initiate a cleaning regime that ensures:
frequently touched surfaces such as door handles, touch screens, handrails and benchtops are cleaned and disinfected at least twice per day
all surfaces are cleaned and disinfected when visibly soiled
all surfaces are cleaned and disinfected immediately if there is spillage.
The cleaning regime must include the use of a disinfectant with anti-viral properties.
Limit Clients in Clinic - We limit the clients in the clinic to a small number with restrictions of having 20 customers being allowed in one place at any one time
We stress the following to all clients:
we strongly encourage you to stay away if presenting any flu like symptoms.
seek Myotherapy massage treatment only if necessary and essential to continue your work and activities of daily living.
keep hygiene and hand washing protocols up whilst coming to the clinic.
feel free to ask any questions you may have about seeking treatment
For more information on the coronavirus COVID-19 you can contact:
• Coronavirus Health Information Line, Department of Health on 1800 020 080 (operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week)
• The Public Health Information Line on 1800 004 599 For the latest information about the Coronavirus, visit the Department of Health website at www.health.gov.au
