Hunter Maitland Massage Clinic

20/08/2024

20/08/2024

Sports massage for specific sports: What to expect.

Are you an athlete or need a sports massage for a specific sport?
If so, taking the time to find the right therapist that knows how to apply a targeted sports massage can mean the difference between success and failure on the field. While many think of sports massage as a luxurious spa experience, there is far more about it than that. Here’s what you should know about a sports massage.

What is Sports Massage?
Sports massage therapy is a dynamic combination of certain traditional massage techniques and modern sports science approaches such as stretching and range of motion exercises that are designed to help athletes heal, recover, and stay in top shape. It can be used before, during, and after physical exercise or performance to keep the body and muscles relaxed and ready for activity.

Benefits
Sports massage therapy is both therapeutic, and beneficial; several key benefits being improved performance, prevention of injury and relief of post sporting activity soreness. This type of massage helps rebuild muscle damage, remove toxins, promotes increased range of motion and corrects imbalances without overstretching. For those participating in long-distance events or marathon runners, routine sports massage can also reduce fatigue, enhance recovery and possibly improve their overall performance.

Additional Benefits
Sports massage can assist in restoring lost flexibility and will help increase circulation, stimulate nerve endings, ultimately allowing for faster healing of injuries. Additionally sports massage can break down adhesions, scar tissues, and allow for better fiber alignment.

How Does Sports Massage Feel?
Sports massage usually involves a lot of manipulation, rubbing, kneading, and will go no further than necessary to be effective. Your sports massage therapist should assess your needs, discuss them with you, and prepare and apply the appropriate massage techniques to your body. Generally, the pressure of the massage will be much lighter than a deep tissue massage, however, this type of massage should not be painful.

At Hunter Maitland Massage Clinic, we provide tailored consultations and treatments for all levels of sportsperson, so you can rest assured that you are in the best possible care for your sports massage needs. So if you’re looking for help recovering from a sports related injury, improving your overall performance, or greater range of movement, be sure to give us a call! 📞

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27/06/2024

Pain management through massage therapy is widely recommended as a natural, alternative form of helping to treat sports injuries. Deep tissue massage has been touted as particularly effective in aiding the recovery process. But what are the benefits of a deep tissue massage?

Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle and fascia in the body. This type of massage therapy works by applying pressure to particular areas, helping to improve blood flow, restore mobility, and release tension in the analyzed areas. As a result, deep-tissue massage can offer relief from pain caused by sport-related injuries and other chronic muscular imbalances.

For those suffering from sports injuries, everyday activities can become a real challenge. Not only do sports injuries cause physical limitations, but they can also cause emotional distress. In our experience, a deep tissue massage can be an integral part of the recovery process and relieve some of this burden.

Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage:
1) Improved Circulation: Deep Tissue massage can encourage increased blood circulation to the affected area, providing beneficial nutrients and oxygen to help repair damaged muscle fibers.

2) Reduced Inflammation: Applying pressure to the painful area can help break up scar tissue, flush away harmful toxins, and reduce inflammation which can help accelerate the healing process.

3) Stress Relief: In addition to its physical benefits, deep tissue massage can help lower cortisol levels in the body and reduce stress.

As a qualified massage therapist, I understand the importance of minimizing recovery time and optimizing performance, whether you’re coming back from an injury or pushing your body to reach its potential. As a massage specialist, I provide therapeutic and restorative massage treatments tailored to each individual's needs.

So the next time you’re dealing with a sports injury or any other chronic muscular imbalance, take a holistic approach to your recovery and consider deep tissue massage. 💆‍♀️😊

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