Sports Massage
Sports massage is a type of massage that focuses on manipulating soft tissue like muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia. It is used to help correct problems caused by overuse, underuse, strains, and imbalances, which can lead to dysfunction and restricted movement. While sports massage is often associated with athletes, it can also benefit people who participate in sports for fun or have sedentary lifestyles or jobs.
When we exceed our body’s limit or “compensation zone,” we can experience pain and dysfunction. Sports massage can help prevent this by enhancing performance, accelerating recovery, and preventing injuries when used before and after exercise. It can release muscle tension, remove waste, reduce the discomfort of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS), and improve posture and flexibility by addressing muscular imbalances and tension.
During a sports massage session, the therapist will assess your posture and gather information about your lifestyle and injuries to develop a personalized treatment plan. Anyone can benefit from sports massage, not just athletes, and it can be a valuable tool to improve performance, accelerate recovery, and prevent injuries. By working with a skilled therapist and developing a tailored treatment plan, you can experience the benefits of sports massage for yourself.
Some of the other benefits include:
- Release of muscle tension
- The removal of waste
- Reduced duration/discomfort from the DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)
- Improved posture and flexibility
Who can benefit?
Sports Massage isn’t just for athletes, as many people tend to think. While it’s true that athletes can benefit from sports massage during training or while recovering from injuries, it can also be useful for people who engage in sports for recreation or relaxation. In fact, anyone can benefit from this type of massage, including those who lead sedentary lifestyles.
Sitting at a desk all day or traveling extensively can cause a great deal of stress on your muscles and affect your posture and balance. Sports massage can help address these issues and promote flexibility and correct any imbalances.
During a sports massage session, the therapist will perform a postural assessment to identify areas of tension and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re an athlete or not, sports massage can improve your range of motion, relieve muscle tension, and help you recover more quickly from physical activity.
If you’re interested in the benefits of sports massage, don’t hesitate to reach out to a qualified therapist to learn more and schedule your personalised treatment plan.
