What is Sports Massage
Sports massage therapy focuses on addressing the specific needs of anyone who is physically active. It focuses on areas of the body that suffer from overuse and are stressed due to repetitive movements or intense training routines.
The primary goals of sports massage therapy include:
- Enhancing performance
- Injury prevention
- Injury rehabilitation
- Pain relief
Sports massage therapists are trained to use a variety of techniques, including deep tissue massage, stretching, and trigger point therapy, to target specific muscles and soft tissues affected by athletic activity. Whether you’re a professional athlete or a recreational enthusiast, sports massage therapy can play a crucial role in optimizing your performance, preventing injuries, and supporting overall physical well-being.
What do Sports Massage Therapists Treat
Sports massage therapists are trained to treat a variety of conditions and issues commonly experienced by athletes and individuals engaged in physical activity. Some of the conditions and concerns that sports massage therapists may address include:
- Muscle tension and tightness: Sports massage can help alleviate muscle tension and tightness caused by overuse, repetitive movements, or intense training.
- Muscle strains and sprains: Sports massage therapy can aid in the rehabilitation of muscle strains and sprains by promoting circulation, reducing inflammation, and improving flexibility.
- Soft tissue injuries: Sports massage therapists may work with athletes to address soft tissue injuries such as tendonitis, bursitis, and fasciitis, helping to relieve pain and support healing.
- Range of motion restrictions: Sports massage can help improve flexibility and range of motion by releasing tight muscles and restoring proper alignment in the joints.
- Postural imbalances: Sports massage therapists may address postural imbalances caused by muscular asymmetry or poor biomechanics, helping to prevent injuries and optimize performance.
- Stress relief and relaxation: In addition to its physical benefits, sports massage therapy can also promote relaxation, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being for athletes and active individuals.
- Pre-event preparation: Sports massage therapists may provide pre-event massage to help athletes prepare both mentally and physically for competitions, promoting relaxation and optimizing performance.
- Post-event recovery: Following intense physical activity, sports massage therapy can aid in the recovery process by reducing muscle soreness, promoting circulation, and facilitating the removal of metabolic waste products from the muscles. Overall, sports massage therapists play a crucial role in supporting athletes and active individuals in maintaining optimal physical condition, preventing injuries, and enhancing performance.
Sports massage therapists treat a variety of conditions and injuries commonly experienced by athletes and individuals engaged in physical activity. This may include:
- Muscle tension and tightness which may occur due to overuse, repetitive or intense training.
- Muscle strains and sprains by improving circulation, reducing inflammation, and increasing flexibility.
- Soft tissue injuries such as tendonitis, bursitis, and fasciitis.
- Improving range of movement and flexibility by releasing tight muscles.
- Postural imbalances by working on muscular asymmetry or poor biomechanics, which can help to prevent injuries and improve performance.
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What is Clinical Pilates?
Every person’s biomechanics and movement patterning are all slightly different. All sports and work require different skills and muscle activation. When it comes to injury prevention and skill development every persons needs are slightly different. Clinical Pilates is individual or small group Pilates with a physiotherapist.
How does Clinical Pilates exercises work?
With pilates you train the core muscles around your spine. The focus of pilates is soley on you and we will make sure that you are maintaining the best technique possible. With that you can recover from your condition as soon as possible. Pilates exercises are aimed at the appropriate level for you and your pain and are progressed when possible and tolerated.
We offer Osteopathy, Sports Massage, and Nutritional therapy.
We take pride in our diverse skills and range of therapies catering to adults, seniors, and paediatric patients. Specialising in personalised treatments, we aim to nurture your health and restore balance, ensuring you receive the tailored care you deserve.
Osteopathy
Using the principals of osteopathy we provide individualised healthcare focusing on your body's structure and function to enhance your body's ability to heal, relieve pain, and promote overall well-being. Hands-on manual therapy restores your balance, improves mobility, and supports natural self-healing processes.
Nutritional Therapy
Nutritional therapy offers a personalized approach to optimizing health through diet and lifestyle changes. Tailored plans address your individual needs, promoting your wellness, and help you manage health, and enhancing vitality. Empowering you to achieve long-term health and vitality.
Sports Massage
Sports massage therapy enhances athletic performance and recovery. Deep tissue techniques help to alleviate your muscle tension, improve your flexibility, and promote circulation. Tailored sessions cater to your specific needs, facilitating peak physical condition.