Providing deep tissue and sports massage to support individuals who are physically active, office workers (sitting for long periods), athletes, or simple those suffering from a wide range of ailments such as a bad back, tight and pulled muscles. This form of massage uses a combination of strokes using the palms, fingers and thumb to apply harder pressure to deeper layers of the muscle and fascia (the connective tissue that surrounds your muscles). Although the massage can be relaxing, it does differ to Swedish massage as it aims to treat muscle tension, aches, pains and treat musculoskeletal issues. Who will benefit from Deep Tissue massage? Anyone can benefit from this form of massage even if you do not have an injury. It can help relieve tight muscles, chronic muscle pain, tightness caused by stress and aid relaxation. What is Sports Massage? Sports massage uses many similar strokes and techniques to that of deep tissue massage, however, the focus of sports massage is often on a specific area of the body that is in need of healing or relief. Additionally, advanced stretching techniques are often used to further support treatment. Usually, a pre-massage assessment takes place, which assess aspects such as body alignment, symmetry, range of movement (ROM) and flexibility. Who will benefit from Sports Massage? This form of massage is typically aimed at individuals who exercise regular (gym users, athletes) or individuals with injuries e.g. trips and falls, or other muscular issues such as pain and tightness in the shoulders from sitting for long periods (office workers). Similar to deep tissue massage, benefits include relaxation and reduced muscle aches, pains and tightness. What to wear to your massage? During your massage, it is important that your sports massage therapist can access the areas you wish to be targeted. In order to get the best out of your sports massage the therapist ideally needs direct access to your skin. This will allow the therapist to perform the techniques they need to in order to give you the best massage possible so a level of undressing is beneficial. However, you should always feel comfortable so please inform the therapist of your preferences. Other options available to the therapist if you prefer not to receive an oil massage can involve stretching, massage gun therapy and on top of clothing massage. Post massage:
You may feel a bit sore for a 24-72 hours following your massage. It is also important to drink plenty of water to help remove waste products. Beneficial affects of massage usually takes places 24-48 yours after your massage.
