Wellbeing

Sports & Remedial Massage

Sports and remedial massage is a combination of soft tissue manipulation and stretching techniques used to treat not only sporting participants but people with every day stresses and strains. In the sporting world it is used proactively to prevent injury and to aid recovery from training and competition. A thorough knowledge of anatomy and physiology means the source of pain can be accuratley established, allowing treatment to be direct and with results being experienced quite quickly. Remedial massage is used in a broad range of conditions, including post operative, migraine, stroke and stress related muscular trauma. Many people spend years suffering with muscular skeletal pain unsure of where to seek help. Remedial massage can, over a period of time help in reducing symptoms, leading to a more comfortable state of well being.

Other benefits include:

• Improved circulation and lymphatic stimulation
• Removal of metabolic waste
• Break down of inhibiting scar tissue
• Improved flexibility and mobility
• Aid mental preparation for competition
• Improved posture

A full medical history is taken at the initial appointment Any information is, of course strictly confidential. Posture will be assessed and any suspected injury to joints or soft tissue will be tested. Advice can be given on a variety of self help scenarios ranging from training patterns, ergonomics, nutrition and rehabilitation.

Follow up appointments are encouraged to discuss any improvements or changes that may have occurred after the initial treatment. Appropriate treatment times will be advised with each individual client.