SPORTS Massage

Sports massage is specifically designed to aid the prevention of sports injuries, reduce strain and discomfort caused by training or participating in sport and assist the body with recovery and repair if sports injuries have been sustained.

Specifically, it aims to improve the suppleness and flexibility of muscles and joints, improve blood circulation, speed up the healing of damaged or stressed muscles, tissues and joints, remodel scar tissue when required, increase or decrease muscle tone or length and prevent future muscle and tendon injuries.

Pre-event massage:
A sports massage can be carried out prior to a sports event, when it will stimulate circulation, calm nervous tension and prepare the individual for optimal performance whilst at the same time reducing the risk of injury. Sports massage can also assist in mental preparation for sporting participation.

Post-event massage:
It can be carried out after a sports event, when it will relieve soreness and assist with the removal of lactic acid and other waste products. It is often used during training, when the practitioner will focus on speeding up the healing of existing injuries and preventing the development of future injuries.

What to expect from a sports massage treatment:
The client is usually asked to remove their outer layer of clothing so that the practitioner can work directly onto the skin. The massage is carried out whilst the client is lying on a massage couch or table and, depending on whether it is pre-event, post-event or a training massage, the therapy can take from thirty minutes to two hours.

Clients should be aware that sports massage, although relaxing and soothing, can also be quite vigorous. If the client has muscle soreness, the massage may initially cause some discomfort.

Note: The sports massage therapist is a male. However if you would prefer a female therapist, you can book a deep tissue massage which uses similar techniques but is not specifically designed for sports people.