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Upper Back Pain

Upper Back Pain

Overview

Upper back pain often results from thoracic stiffness, postural fatigue, myofascial tightness, or referred neck and scapular tension. This is especially common among desk workers, drivers, and individuals with rounded-shoulder posture, or people who use mobile phones a lot.

Our remedial treatment approach targets these sources directly assessing thoracic mobility, scapular function, and muscular overuse patterns across the upper back and shoulders.

 

During the session

Your session is all about helping your body let go of tension and move, breathe more freely.

  • Relaxing massage techniques (Swedish-style) to warm up the upper back.
  • Focused work on knots and tight spots-also called trigger points-in the muscles around your shoulders and spine.
  • Gentle cupping therapy to release stuck fascia and improve blood flow.
  • Stretching and breathing work to open up your posture and help your nervous system relax.
  • For some, light lymphatic drainage may help if you feel puffy or swollen in the neck/upper back area.

All of this is done at your pace, with clear communication throughout, so you feel safe and supported.

Service B: 60-minute Standard Appointment (Remedial Massage)
Our comprehensive 60-minute remedial massage appointment is designed to fully assess and treat the symptoms or condition that you are suffering from.
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Service C: 90-minutes Specialised Massage (Pregnancy | Lymphatic | Extended Remedial Massage)
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Service F: 30-minutes Dry Needling Standard Consultation
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If you have any question on booking, don't hesitate to call us on (03) 6289 6885 , or email us at preciselychiropractic@gmail.com . Our friendly staff will make the booking for you through the phone.

Treatment Recommendations

You can book a 30, 60, or 90-minute session depending on how you’re feeling:

  • 30 minutes: Great for spot-treatments specifically between the shoulder blades or one side of the back.
  • 60 minutes: Our go-to option for postural tension and stress-related tightness.
  • 90 minutes: Perfect for deeper, longer-standing tension that’s built-up over time.

Most people start with a few weekly sessions, then check in once a month or as needed. We’ll also help you figure out what changes (like how you sit or stretch) can keep the pain from coming back.

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Meet the Team

Ben Ou

Ben Ou

CMAS Australia | Head of Massage Department | Specialised in deep tissue massages, sports massage, dry needling, and rehabilitation.
Sandra Duong

Sandra Duong

Massage & Myotherapy Australia | Specialised in relaxation massages, geriatric health, pregnancy massages, reflexology, and targeted relief.

Your First Visit - What to Expect

  • You can make an appointment online via the button below or by calling us at (03) 6289 6885.
  • If you are booking in for just a relaxing massage session, you can select any duration.
  • If you are booking in for a remedial massage session, it is best to book in as a New Patient as that allows us more time to assess your condition.
  • Consent forms will be sent to you prior to your appointment.
  • You will also be sent a reminder SMS and email for your upcoming appointment.
  • The North Hobart Massage clinic shares premises and administrative staff with Precisely Chiropractic.
  • As this is a professional massage clinic managed by a Practice Manager, your satisfaction and quality of service will be looked after. 
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Your First Visit - What to Expect

What Our Patients Say

  1. Joanna chen
    I’ve seen Jellynn a couple of times and every visit has been a great joy for me.I had hip pain for months and I have learned to live with it. After my first session, Jellynn managed to completely ease my pain and I felt LIKE A BRAND-NEW PERSON! In every session, she works her magic and I always leave pain-free. She’s amazing at what she does and I strongly recommend her!
  2. Otto
    This was amazing. I went in there thinking it would be sketchy (as all the reviews were 5 stars), but I couldn't have been more wrong. I just came back from a 4 day hike and asked to focus on my (achy) legs, and when I walked out the pain was relieved, the stiffness was gone, and they felt better then they had in ages! All I can say is just trust the process.
  3. Carrie T
    I’ve enjoyed massages all over the world for many years and have to say I just received the most effective and transformative massage by Jellyn. Jellyn’s remedial massage technique and intuitive approach is amazing. Highly recommend! Thank you!
  4. Sarah
    My favorite therapist Ben Always enjoy my massages with Ben, he is truly the best! Highly recommend! He knows what he is doing. Very professional yet friendly. He identified and corrected my movement patterns in few session! Following his prescription of rehab movements has meant I'm pain free and stronger than ever. Very talented Remedial Massage therapist in Hobart.
  5. ChienPai, ABai Yang
    I am a nurse, due to standing for long hours over time, I often experience discomfort in my lower back, legs, and feet. I booked a 1.5-hour massage with Ben, and it exceeded my expectations! He used a combination of techniques, including cupping, dry needling, and myofascial release, to target my problem areas. The pressure was just right, allowing me to fully relax—I even fell asleep during the session. By the end, my body felt incredibly light and refreshed, and the tension in my back and legs was significantly relieved. Highly recommend Ben for anyone dealing with similar issues.
  6. Sa Rah
    I am extremely satisfied with Ben!!! His skills are truly exceptional. Not only can he accurately locate the tense areas in my muscles, but he also effectively releases the tension during the massage, providing me with a deep sense of relaxation and relief. His techniques are gentle yet powerful, creating a comfortable sensation that allows me to fully immerse myself in the massage experience.
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