Remedial Sports Massage - Treatment

 

To outline the treatment, it begins with a consultation form to find out about you as a whole, your lifestyle, exercise and sleep pattern etc. We also identify any areas to focus the massage on, areas of tension or sensitivity. If you have any injuries, illness or concerns these can be addressed at the beginning to ensure the massage is relaxing and rejuvenating for you. 

60-minute massage - treatment focusing on the needs of the client

The massage will always start with a body scan, to locate where the body needs tension to be released. A warm up to prepare the body which allows the soft tissues to be moved and manipulated.

Effleurage warms the superficial tissues while relaxing the muscles, allowing the therapist to palpate and sense the condition of the tissue. Effleurage also adds in stimulating the peripheral nerves Increase lymph and blood flow, and thus aid the removal of waste products, stretch tissues and relaxes a client before the end of the massage.

For the most part, the massage generally concentrates on a specific problem area, usually associated with some sort of muscular tension, injury, such as sporting event, work or a hobby. Sports massage can also be used for maintenance purposes, to keep the body working as it should. Addressing shortened and tight muscles, keeping the body in balance.

The remaining time will be used using deep manipulation of the soft tissue to correct problems and imbalances caused by strenuous physical activity. Sports massage is an effective way to release tension and restore balance in your musculoskeletal system.

Using techniques such as:

  • Myofascial Releases

  • Trigger Point Therapy

  • Joint mobilisation and stretches

  • Cross-fibre friction

  • Muscle Energy Technique (MET)

  • Elements of Swedish massage and Deep Tissue massage to improve blood flow to your muscles and increase oxygen levels in the body.

After your Remedial Sports massage:

Following your massage, your muscles may feel sore for a day or two, though it may also help to alleviate existing soreness. Take a warm bath, ensure you get adequate rest and drink plenty of water. Never put strain on muscles that are already feeling tender.