stiff tired and aching muscles?

treatments 

Sports massage uses a combination of techniques which are used to give the best possible treatment to each individual client.

The techniques we use may include:

• Efflleurage and petrissage - stroking and kneading techniques that are usually performed at the beginning and again periodically during the massage, mostly to warm areas where deeper treatment may be required.

   

•  Friction - a targeted and specific technique that is used to treat areas of scar tissue and knotted areas of fibrous tissue.

• Soft Tissue Release (STR) - used to release local areas of severe tension by focussed stretching of the affected part of the muscle.

• Muscle Energy Technique (MET) - used to stretch or strengthen tissues and to break down fibrous adhesions.

• Neuromuscular Technique (NMT) - an extension of deep tissue and pressure techniques used to treat areas of hyper tense muscles.

• Connective Tissue Massage (CTM) - used to relieve tension and thickening of the fascia.

We would be happy to talk through any of these techniques in more detail either at your appointment or before. You are welcome to contact us with your questions.  

what to expect

Your treatment takes place in our purpose built massage studio. It is a welcoming environment designed to make you feel relaxed and comfortable during your session.  

Alternatively we can, by arrangement, visit you in your own home.  

what to wear

If you have never had massage before you may be wondering what to wear.

• It is most effective if the therapist can work directly on to your skin. 

• Ideally you should wear either your underwear or a swimming costume.

• We always use towels for your comfort and privacy.

• If you prefer some treatments can be carried out through your clothes.

• We use a light non-oily lotion for your massage. 

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