Hands On Physiotherapy

Sports Massage

Massage is a form of soft tissue release focused on relieving aches and pains, enhancing  performance, preventing injury and muscle fatigue, and aiding in recovery. Whether you’re a professional athlete, a weekend warrior, or someone seeking relief from muscle tension and stress, sports massage is a safe and effective option. In the hands of our experienced sports therapist and their expertise in deep tissue techniques, you can trust that your specific needs will be addressed.

What Is A Sports Massage?

Sports massage is a specialised form of massage therapy that utilises deep tissue techniques to target trigger points, break down adhesions (knots in muscles), and improve blood circulation. This type of massage also helps restore balance in the body by relieving tension from overworked muscles and promoting relaxation throughout the entire body.  Massage has physical and mental benefits and can be incredibly beneficial alongside physiotherapy treatment.

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Who Can Benefit From A Sports Massage?

Athletes will most likely have sports massage at least once every day, but the reality is, everyone can benefit from sports massage. Whether you are a professional sports athlete or someone that is riddled with aches and pains from sitting at the computer with poor posture all day, massage can have many significant benefits.

Muscle Recovery

Whether you are training for an event or simply hit the gym a bit too hard, Sports Massage aid in the recovery process by reducing muscle soreness, minimizing inflammation, and promoting the removal of metabolic waste products. This helps athletes return to their training routines more quickly and with less discomfort.

Injury Prevention

Regular sports massages can help identify and address potential problem areas before they lead to injuries. By maintaining muscle health and flexibility, athletes are less likely to experience strains, sprains, and other injuries.

Improve Mental Focus

In addition to physical benefits, sports massage can have a positive impact on mental well-being. The relaxation and stress reduction achieved through massage can enhance mental clarity, focus, and overall mood, contributing to better performance and enjoyment of physical activities.

Improve Mobility

Sports massage enhances mobility by targeting specific muscles, reducing tension, and improving flexibility, allowing you to move more easily and efficiently.

Pre / Post Event

Massage techniques are hugely beneficial pre event to prime the muscles to function in their best state by increaseing flexibility, length, muscle endurance and production of power. Massage is equally important post event to aid in recovery, reduce muscle soreness, promote relaxation and prevent injury.

Muscular Fatigue

Great for relaxation, easing aches and pains as well as preventing muscular fatigue. Techniques like trigger point therapy and deep tissue massage target specific areas of pain and tension, providing relief and improving overall comfort.

Pre / Post Injury

Techniques including massage, joint mobilisation, manipulation, and stretchess encourage your bodies recovery post-injury.By maintaining muscle health and flexibility, athletes are less likely to experience strains, sprains, and other injuries.

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