Remedial massage in Hope Valley for steady, sustainable change.

Keep doing what you love — with the people you love.

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Keep doing what you love — with the people you love.

Your body sits at the centre of everything you do. When it moves well, you can choose how you live. When it’s tight, restricted, or in pain, life can quietly narrow. Sleep is affected. Work feels heavier. Movement becomes cautious. Even relationships can carry more strain. Disconnection creeps in.

Remedial massage isn’t just about reducing pain or increasing movement. It’s about restoring trust in your body — supporting confident movement, better sleep, and full participation in the life that matters to you. It’s about feeling more like yourself again.

My work is grounded in anatomy and physiology, and informed by how the nervous system influences tension, protection, and pain.

You are not a collection of tight muscles or irritated joints. You are a capable, adaptable human being. Good care respects that.

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How I Work

My approach is simple and consistent

  1. Thoughtful Assessment
    I take the time to understand your history, movement, and what matters to you — not just where it hurts.
  2. Individualised Treatment
    No routines. Treatment is adapted to your body, your goals, and how you respond on the day.
  3. Sustainable Change
    The aim isn’t short-term relief alone. It’s helping your body move and feel better over time.
  4. Clear Communication
    You’ll always know what I’m doing and why. Clear, simple, and tailored to you.

Remedial Massage Therapist: David Clayton

We were born to move. Movement is fun. Moving is living! At least it’s supposed to be. I love helping people to move better and feel better. When you move well and feel well – you can do awesome things and have more fun with the people you love.

I’m David Clayton and I’m a Remedial Massage Therapist.  You’ll find me in Hope Valley. I love being part of your journey to do great things – whether that’s being able to play on the floor with your kids, run your first parkrun, or whatever it is that you aspire to do.

My interest in massage began as a child as my parents often massaged each other and they also massaged us, their children. The power of human touch has been at the centre of who I am since birth.
If you’re thinking “remedial massage, that’s the one with the elbows and hurts a lot”, well I describe my work as remedial-axation. It’s massage that feels great while helping you to feel better.

Imagine getting to the end of your massage and actually enjoying the experience – and moving better because of it! I know right! I believe that massage should have a calming effect on your nervous system – you should leave your session not wanting it to end, rather than being glad that it’s over!

I still use good, gratifying pressure – it’s comforting – without that feeling of gritting your teeth and clinging to the table. Like that feeling of pleasure and satisfaction you get when you scratch an itch.

Sometimes I use stillness – just hanging out in an area. I might press down on and through your shoulders – just waiting for the tension to drop out all on its own. I may hold an arm or a leg, pulling with gentle traction and satisfying stretches that you just can’t do yourself. It’s my way of working with you without causing you MORE pain or trying to force a change.

To do this I work slower than you’re probably expecting. I use a blend of Swedish, deep tissue and trigger point along with myofascial release to melt though muscle and iron out your kinks. It’s therapeutic and pain relieving, but also comfortable and relaxing.

I love working with people who are stressed and anxious. I love working with people who are getting back into fitness after a long break.  And I’m pretty darn good at working with very old injuries, and in relieving jaw pain, neck pain and pelvic dysfunction.

Well now you know a little bit about me – I’d love to know more about you. Would you like to move better and feel better? Let’s have a chat and find out? You can call me on 0424 740 243, reach out to me in a chat or if you’re ready, book a massage with me online.

David Clayton Remedial Massage Therapist
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Services

Whatever your reason for visiting I will provide you with exceptional service.  I’m a qualified remedial massage therapist and a Certified Remedial Massage Professional™ registered with Massage and Myotherapy Australia and the Australian Traditional Medicine Society.  

  • Remedial Massage – to reduce pain, improve movement and to support recovery from injury so that you move better, feel better and recover faster.
  • Sports Remedial Massage – to prepare for and recover from sport, gym work out, outdoor activities and other strenuous pursuits so that you move better, feel better and recover faster.
  • Pregnancy Remedial Massage – to support the expectant mother with pregnancy related changes and challenges while growing new life.

Techniques

I have trained in a whole range of techniques (we call them modalities) to put together the best remedial massage possible to suit you including:

  • Trigger Point Therapy – remedial techniques using sustained pressure over tender points to reduce pain and improve movement.
  • Myofascial Release Therapy – remedial lighter touch techniques and tissue stretching, often helpful in addressing older injuries and chronic pain.
  • Dry Needling – the application of needles to myofascial trigger points to reduce pain and restore movement.
  • Cupping Therapies – remedial cupping therapies using vacuum cups to support healthy tissue function, reduce pain and improve movement.
  • Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation / Gua Sha- use of a therapeutic tool to scrape the skin and underlaying structures to reduce pain and improve movement.
  • Gentle Scar Therapy™ – gentle soft tissue techniques to improve the look and feel of planned and unplanned scars, improve movement and comfort due to scarring.
HICAPS accepted here

Massage for most humans great and small

At Myomasters we know that finding a great massage is like finding a best friend or soul mate. 
Why else would you let a stranger place their hands on your body? You need to feel comfortable from the very beginning about who you choose to trust with your body and your health.
We are an inclusive, body positive and LGBTIQ+ friendly practice.
And we cater for almost all bodys great and small.

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What Clients Are Saying

Amazingly helpful massage, knows exactly what he’s doing to assist your body in helping to heal itself. Very accommodating when I needed to change my time at late notice, thank you so so much will definitely be back.
Rebecca
It was the perfect pressure and my neck & back have never felt better.
Nola
Unlike most other massages I’ve had that just feel good at the time but does not offer relief afterwards, David’s treatment always focuses on the root cause and gives me long term relief without me leaving feeling bruised and battered.
Hong
If you are suffering from back pain (like I have for the past god knows how many years) or any type of body pain, you must go and see David.
Grace
Very professional, great expertise and knowledge in the field so I know I can trust that I’m having the best treatment possible for pains and niggles I need ironing out.
Joanna
Absolutely amazing. Feel amazing and so much better after only 3 appointments. Been really struggling with neck and back problems and David is the first person who is actually making a difference.
Michelle
It was the perfect pressure and my neck & back have never felt better!
Nola
I started to see David after my previous masseuse retired and I am so happy I did. He listens and gets a good understanding of what part of the body needs the most attention at the start of each session. My hip, back and shoulder pain is very manageable with regular visits.
Lucia
David is an exceptional therapist. His calm and gentle personality, compassion and expert massage techniques inspire a sense of security and relaxation. His room is warm and welcoming and he never fails to remember the little touches that ensure maximum comfort. In addition, he has a wonderful connection with nature and earth, he has a witty and reflective vocabulary and he is all round a very special human.
Julie
The studio was beautifully calm, welcoming and comfortable, as was the massage table. I've actually never been more comfortable on a massage table before! David was kind, patient and completely understood what i needed and wanted from the massage. Great experience, and the cute doggie assistant in the reception area was a major bonus!
Elissa
Been a client for a couple of years now. Haven't provided a rating because I want to keep David a secret so there are more bookings available for me 🤣 David is a highly skilled masseuse with lovely facilities and a kind, calm, respectful manner.
Angela
Myomasters have been my preferred massage therapist of choice for many years now. I've been seeing David since the businesses infancy, and he has provided consistent quality service. His customer care and the services he provides are very well informed, thorough, and tailored to the individual. I always feel safe and comfortable, and I appreciate his expertise on which method and area of his therapy will be most suitable to my current needs. I appreciate David's work and business ethic, and the intentional effort put into how he supports his clients in-between each appointment too, with many online support and educational avenues to explore. I would lightly recommend Myomasters to anyone who is considering their next massage. It's worth the drive from another side of town to experience.
Mel
I booked in for a remedial massage with David tonight after completing my peak marathon training run over the weekend. Highly recommended! Relaxed, comfortable environment and an amazing massage to loosen up my tired legs as well as my back and shoulders. Feeling so relaxed at the moment, thanks David.
Damien

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