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ES Sports Care

Massage Therapist (Burton on Trent)
Helping people to Move Better, Feel Better, Live Better
Because Life Shouldn't Hurt!!

Fully Qualified, registered and insured Massage Therapist for Humans and Horses.

12/01/2026

It’s ‘Motivation Monday!’ 😀

Are you at your desk all day? Then this ‘Hip Flexor Stretch’ is a great exercise for relieving tightness after sitting for long periods.

• Starting Position: Start in a kneeling position with one knee on the floor and your opposite foot forward in a lunge.

• Setup: Tuck your pelvis under and shift your weight slightly forward until you feel a stretch in the front of your hip on your kneeling side.

• Posture: Keep your chest upright and avoid arching your lower back.

• Duration: Hold the stretch for 20 to 30 seconds before switching sides.

09/01/2026

We’ve made it to Friday!

How has your week been? This is our end of the week stretch. Your body deserves it!

This stretch is called the Side-Lying Thoracic Rotation, often referred to as the "Open Book" stretch.

It’s a fantastic exercise for improving mobility in the thoracic spine (the middle and upper back) and stretching the chest and shoulders.

Why It's Beneficial:

• It relieves tension: Great for people who sit at desks, as it counteracts the "hunched" posture.
• It improves breathing: By opening the chest, it allows for better expansion of the rib cage.
• It’s about back safely: Because your knees are stacked, it locks the lumbar spine (lower back) in place, ensuring the rotation happens where it’s needed most—in the upper back.

Give it a try when you get home this evening!

‘Because life shouldn’t hurt.’

08/01/2026

Weather Update ❄️

With the current snowy conditions, I’ll be assessing the weather again tomorrow to determine whether any appointments need to be cancelled or rescheduled.

Appointments are still going ahead as planned for now, and you’re more than welcome to attend if you’re able to do so safely. That said, please don’t take any unnecessary risks, your safety always comes first.

If conditions worsen, I’ll be in touch as soon as possible with any updates.
Thank you for your understanding, and take care out there 🤍

07/01/2026

We welcome well-behaved children of all kinds.
Two legs, four legs… occasionally wearing a coat and supervising from a cushion 🐾
Relaxed humans, relaxed dogs, it’s all part of recovery at ES Sports Care.

Because life shouldn’t hurt.

05/01/2026

Has it been a hard first day back at work today? Snow, ice and just general January-ness! It all adds up… 😮

Why not take 5 minutes when you get home and try this simple stretch.

I’ll be posting lots of videos to help you try and relax after a tough day at the office, driving long distances or just simply coping with everyday life.

This is a shoulder blade squeeze, an exercise often used to improve posture and shoulder stability.

• Starting Position: Sit or stand with your arms relaxed by your side.

• Movement: Gently squeeze your shoulder blades together and slightly down, imagining you are trying to hold a pencil between them.

• Control: Keep your neck relaxed and avoid shrugging your shoulders.

• Duration: Hold the position for 5 seconds, then relax.

• Repetition: Repeat the exercise 10 to 12 times, focusing on controlled, quality movement.

This exercise is commonly recommended for strengthening the upper back muscles and counteracting the effects of rounded shoulders.

Because life shouldn’t hurt!

04/01/2026

Are you going back to your desk job tomorrow? Then this ‘Upper Trapezius Stretch’ can provide immediate relief if you carry tension in your neck and shoulders from desk work or stress.

(Trust me - it’ll help!)

Please leave me a comment or a like if these stretches are beneficial to your everyday life, and if you’d like a one on one appointment to help you ease your daily aches and pains, I can be contacted on 07793 046665.

I really look forward to hearing from you ‘because life shouldn’t hurt!’

02/01/2026

Happy New Year!

Getting a sports massage is a great way to speed up muscle repair, but the 24 to 48 hours after your session are just as important as the treatment itself. Since sports massage involves deep manipulation of the muscle tissue, your body needs specific care to “lock in” the benefits.

Hydration is arguably the most important post-massage step. During a massage, your circulation increases and metabolic waste products (like lactic acid) are released from the muscles into your bloodstream.

Avoid heavy weightlifting, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), or long runs for at least 24 hours. Intense exercise too soon can cause muscle strain or even bruising.

Stay Mobile: Don’t stay completely sedentary. Gentle movement like a 15-minute walk or very light swimming helps maintain blood flow without stressing the fibers.

It is very common to feel “gym-style” soreness for 1–2 days after a deep session and a warm bath with Epsom salts can soothe tenderness and help muscles relax.

Focus on a balanced meal with lean protein and anti-inflammatory foods (like salmon, walnuts, or berries).

Avoid Heavy Meals: Large, greasy meals right after a session can sometimes cause nausea as your body’s nervous system shifts into “rest and digest” mode.

Please contact me if you are looking into sports and deep tissue massage for 2026 and beyond!

📞 07793 046665

‘Because life shouldn’t hurt!’

31/12/2025

I’ve been thinking back over this year and honestly… the support has been incredible. 💛

Whether you’ve booked in, liked a post, shared my page, followed along, or recommended me to someone, you’ve officially earned a spot in my Hall of Fame. 🏆

And yes… I really do a happy dance every time one of those things happens.
Is it graceful? Absolutely not.
Does it involve jazz hands? Possibly. 🤔💃✨

I’m genuinely so grateful and I’m really excited for what 2026 has in store. There are some great things in the pipeline and I can’t wait to share them with you (don’t worry, no spoilers… yet 👀).

Thank you for being here, cheering me on, and helping this business grow.
Here’s to 2026! 🚀

30/12/2025

⚡️ ⚡️⚡️⚡️PRICE LIST ⚡️⚡️⚡️⚡️

At ES Sports Care, we believe life shouldn’t hurt.

Whether you’re struggling with back pain, neck tension, sciatica, sports injuries, or just not feeling like yourself, you’re not just another case file here. You’re a person with goals, routines, and passions, and we’re here to help you get back to them.

Every treatment plan we create is as unique as you are. We take the time to understand your lifestyle, listen to your concerns, and tailor care that actually works for you.

From weekend warriors to desk-bound professionals, we help our patients recover, move better, and live pain-free, without relying on cookie-cutter solutions.

The prices are:

Initial assessment: £64
Follow up appointment (50 mins): £59
Follow up appointment (30 mins): £40

I also offer a Membership Gold Plan at £52/month, and blocks of 4 and 6.

Please don’t hesitate to contact me to discuss your tailor made treatment plan. I look forward to hearing from you!

29/12/2025

🚨 Only ONE appointment left in 2025! 🚨
📅 Tomorrow · 5:55 PM — first come, first served.

If you’ve been telling yourself you’ll take care of that pain “soon,” this is your sign. 👇

✨ Imagine ending the year with less pain.
✨ Imagine getting back to the activities you love.
✨ Imagine actually prioritising yourself, not “when life calms down,” but now.

Your body has carried you this far. It deserves more than just hanging on.
It deserves to feel good again. 💙

Secure that last spot and step into 2026 feeling better, not just coping.

📩 DM to claim it or book online - https://www.essportscare.co.uk/services

Don’t wait!

Because life shouldn’t hurt.

27/12/2025

Treating yourself to a sports massage using the fabulous after the Christmas period is an excellent way to reset both physically and mentally.

While many associate sports massage only with athletes, it is incredibly effective for flushing out the “holiday hangover”—whether that’s from physical exertion, seasonal stress, or simply the change in routine.

It’s the perfect post-Christmas self-care move and how to maximize the benefits.

🎄 Why Post-Christmas?
The holidays often place unique demands on the body that a sports massage can specifically target:
• Festive “Heavy Lifting”: Carrying heavy shopping bags, moving furniture, and spending hours standing in the kitchen can lead to lower back and shoulder strain.

• The “Social Slouch”: Long periods of sitting on the sofa or traveling to see family can cause hip flexor tightness and poor posture.

• De-stressing the Nervous System: The deep tissue work in a sports massage triggers the parasympathetic nervous system (the “rest and digest” mode), helping to flush out cortisol (stress hormone) and boost serotonin.

• Winter Stiffness: Colder weather naturally causes muscles to contract and stiffen; massage increases tissue temperature and elasticity.

Please call or message me on 07793 046665 to book.

‘Because life shouldn’t hurt!’

22/12/2025

Monday motivation!

Today’s stretch of the day is a classic ‘pec stretch.’

Tight chest muscles (the pectoralis major and minor) are often the result of “desk posture” or heavy lifting. Stretching them regularly can help pull your shoulders back and open up your chest for better breathing and mobility.

This Classic Doorway Stretch is the “gold standard” because it allows you to stretch both sides at once and easily control the intensity.

• How to do it: Stand in an open doorway. Place your forearms on the doorframe with your elbows bent at 90° (at shoulder height).

• The Stretch: Step one foot forward and lean your weight into the room until you feel a comfortable pull across your chest.

• Tip: Move your arms higher or lower on the frame to target different “angles” of the pec muscle.

Please message me if I can help you - 07793 046665.

Because life shouldn’t hurt!

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Burton Upon Trent

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Monday	10am - 8pm
Tuesday	10am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 6pm
Thursday	10am - 8pm
Friday	8am - 6pm
Saturday	10am - 2pm

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http://www.essportscare.co.uk/

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