Sports Massage

Benefits of remedial / sports massage

Treatment of back /neck pain, repetitive strain injuries, arthritic conditions, whiplash, sciatica, all sports injuries, muscle strains and ligament or tendon damage.

Improve health and recovery of the body

Remedial / sports massage helps to improve circulation throughout the body, it brings fresh blood to the cells for growth, repair and nutrition while removing waste products from cell activity. The body becomes stronger leaving you more able to cope with the stresses and strains of day to day activities.

Posture and flexibility

Muscles can become short and tight due to poor posture, sport injuries and repetitive activities. By using a combination of sports massage techniques these areas can be identified and treated reducing the risk of injury.

Recovery after injury or hard exercise.

Remedial / sports massage can help to break down scar tissue and adhesions that may develop after a sports injury or hard exercise. This is essential because if these areas are left untreated the person may experience chronic pain and inflammation leading to a more serious injury.

Greater feeling of well being

Remedial / sports massage helps to stimulate the parasympathetic nervous system. That is the part of the body that promotes a 'rest and digest' response. This can help to reduce blood pressure, encourage relaxation and create a feeling of well-being in the client.

Sports massage stimulates, stretches and strengthens muscles. It can be used by sports men and women to help improve performance and identify weak areas which may be prone to injury. It can also be used before a race to prepare the body for competition and afterwards to reduce muscle soreness and fatigue.