Brisbane MSK Therapy Clinic
Musculoskeletal (MSK) Therapy
The Brisbane MSK Therapy clinic in (Morningside) specialises in myofascial release (MFR) techniques to treat injuries, improve function, and Chronic Pain. Terry at TotalMSK (Brisbane) has specialised in treating MSK Pain and injuries with myofascial release (MFR) for over 19 years. His interests in the fascial system and myofascial release (MFR) arose from a trauma, function and human performance perspective.
Understanding function and human performance is equally relevant whether treating injuries, chronic pain, or looking to increase athletic performance. Most athletes who have trained or performed at a high level will know that you become highly attuned to your body. A high level of body awareness can aid with injury prevention and changes to improve performance. Pushing the body to the limits can also result in injuries affecting fascia, function, and performance.
Many complex persistent pain conditions, such as Myofascial Pain Syndrome, require a thorough and holistic approach to treatment. Terry combines theoretical knowledge with practical, hands-on experience in the treatment of fascial pain. He has also shared some of his musculoskeletal therapy experience while teaching as a senior course coach on Remedial Massage and Myotherapy courses in Brisbane. Such teaching has included assessment techniques and many types of fascial release.
What sets TotalMSK apart
- Terry’s extensive Education and Training
- Over 19 years Clinical Experience (specialising in fascial release)
- Elite Performance History
- Personal Injury History
- Unique Perspective he brings to Treatment
- Ethical practice and more...
Terry is just as active to this day, enjoying a variety of physical activities. As a runner, he is often seen in the local area of Morningside, Hawthorne, Bulimba, and Brisbane. He ran the 2024 and 2025 Bridge to Brisbane with colleagues and fellow members of Buddy Up Australia, along with the yearly Brisbane RunArmy 10km. As a veteran, he understands the sacrifices serving personnel and first responders make during and after service. Hence, in recognition of such service, concession rates are available for veterans, service personnel, and first responders.
Musculoskeletal Therapy and Myofascial Release (MFR)
There are many reasons why we may experience MSK Pain and myofascial pain. Although any MSK injury may result in local tissue trauma and MSK Pain, it will also impact fascia. Fascia is a type of connective tissue, which connects every part of the body and serves many functions. Research shows that changes in fascia can restrict function, mobility, performance (Kodama et al., 2023; Zügel et al., 2023; Zullo et al., 2023) and result in myofascial trigger points. Such changes and myofascial trigger points can result in fascial pain.
Changes in one area of the body affect the whole, due to the fascial system. The fascial system can also have an impact on the function of other bodily systems, such as the circulatory and nervous systems. Hence, effective treatment requires a holistic approach and in-depth clinical knowledge.
Fascial Tension and Pain
Fascial tension and myofascial pain can occur for multiple reasons including a combination of factors such as:-
- Work
- Injuries
- Medical Conditions
- Medications
- Hydration
- Lifestyle factors
- Stress and even Diet
Terry uses his extensive knowledge and experience to identify and treat the root cause, rather than just the symptoms. Treatment is an "active" and joint process, rather than a "passive” one, which produces the fastest results. MSK therapy and fascial release techniques are used to create the initial changes within the fascial system. Aftercare advice and exercises assist in creating further change between appointments, producing faster results, fewer treatments and less cost. The frequently asked questions page of the website has further details such as:-
Common Conditions We Treat:-
Musculoskeletal Therapists commonly treat a wide range of injuries and conditions within a clinical setting. In-depth training and advanced fascia release techniques play a vital role in effective treatment.
- Neck pain (see the article on Neck Pain Relief, causes and treatment)
- Migraines or tension - (see the article on Headache Relief, causes and treatment)
- Back Pain (see the article on Back Pain Treatment, causes and relief)
- Musculoskeletal aches associated with pregnancy (see back pain)
- Repetitive Strain Injury (RSI) - (see the article on Repetitive Strain Injury Treatment, causes and relief)
- Lateral Epicondylitis - Tennis Elbow - (see the article on Tennis Elbow Pain Relief, Causes and treatment)
- Medial Epicondylitis - Golfer's Elbow - (see the article on Golfers Elbow Pain Relief, Causes and treatment)
- Bursitis Pain - (see the article on Bursitis Pain Relief, causes and treatment)
- Shoulder Pain and Subacromial Bursitis - (see the article on Shoulder Pain Relief, causes and treatment)
- Hip Pain and Trochanteric Bursitis - (see the article on Hip Pain Relief, causes and treatment)
- Sciatica (see back pain related article)
- Trapped nerves
- Knee Pain - Shin Pain
- Knee Pain - Iliotibial Band Syndrome (ITBS) - (see the article on ITB Knee Pain Treatment, causes and relief)
- Knee Pain - Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome - (see the article on Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome Relief, causes and treatment)
- Shin Splint - (see the article on Shin Splints Relief, causes and treatment)
- Work-related injuries
- Foot Pain - Ankle Pain
- Foot Pain - Plantar Fasciitis - (see the article on Plantar Fasciitis Relief, causes and treatment)
- Foot Pain - Ankle Injuries - (see the article on Ankle Injuries Relief, causes and treatment)
- Achilles Tendinopathy - (see the article on Achilles Tendinopathy Relief, causes and treatment)
- Jaw pain, such as Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ)
- Chronic Pain - (see the article on Chronic Pain Relief, causes and treatment)
Brisbane (Morningside) MSK Therapy Pain Clinic
The Morningside MSK Therapy clinic in Brisbane is located a short distance from Morningside train station (TotalMSK clinic map).
Brisbane Clinic Treatment Room in Morningside
Can I claim a private health insurance rebate for my treatment?
Health rebates can be claimed by those with appropriate private health insurance policies and cover. Health rebates are typically available with the following health providers:-
- Australian Health Management (ahm)
- Australian Regional Health Group (ARHG)
- Bupa Australia Health
- CBHS Health Fund Limited (Commonwealth Bank)
- nib
- The Doctors’ Health Fund
- Australian Unity
- HCF
- Medibank
Treatment rebates come under Remedial Massage Therapy coverage. Please verify your specific coverage level with your health provider. Treatment costs are available via the secure online booking system link at the top of the page.
We offer flexible scheduling outside regular hours by arrangement, though not through the online booking system. If Terry is treating, please leave a message, alternatively, send a text, and he will get back to you:-
Massage and Myotherapy Registrations
Terry applies 19 years of clinical expertise in the MSK Therapy field and specialising in myofascial release techniques to Brisbane from the UK. He is highly qualified with extensive relevant education and training spanning from basic Certificate IV through to Masters level higher education. His training and experience cover many assessment methods, treatment types and soft tissue therapy (STT) skills. Besides the 19 years of clinical experience, Terry has a further eight years of high-intensity physical conditioning experience. He also has personal experience with a range of running injuries and a vast amount of professional treatment experience. He is still an avid distance runner to this day. Such knowledge has proved highly valuable in the treatment of elite-level athletes and members of the public. His ongoing sporting activities, experiences, and interests have naturally led him to specialise in human performance and treating trauma and myofascial pain. Terry has specialised in soft tissue therapy and advanced myofascial release treatments and techniques since 2008. He also taught as a senior course coach on the first myotherapy course in Brisbane. His skills are now available at the Morningside clinic, where he works as a Myotherapist.
The information on this page was written by Terry Davis MChiro, GradCertMentHlth, BSc. (Hons), Adv. Dip. Rem. Massag., Cert. WHS.
There are lots more articles available via the TotalMSK main Health, Wellness and Sports Injury blog page, which has a brief description of all the articles to date.