SOFT TISSUE THERAPY / Sports Massage

After working at Level 3 for the past 8 years I have recently obtained my Level 4 certification (Distinction) which means I am changing the way I work into two very different categories: 

1) Soft Tissue Therapy Treatment/Sports Massage where we aim to identify and address the source of the injury/problem not just the symptom of your issue (chronic & acute).

This is not a passive treatment, using massage with movement, Soft Tissue Release, Muscle Energy Techniques, Trigger Point work as well as my usual massage techniques and if appropriate, myofascial cupping can also be used. 

2) General Maintenance Massage/Sports Massage - This appointment is intended for those who don't feel they have any specific problems, but feel that a tailored deep tissue massage (always working well within your comfort levels) would be helpful to maintain health/comfort.  .   Many of my clients benefit from regular massage whether that be a quartlerly, monthly, fortnightly or even in some cases weekly massage.

I have many clients with chronic illness find regular massage is really beneficial. *Providing it is medically appropriate, we may have to obtain written permission from your GP. Please contact me if you would like more information. 

How does soft tissue therapy/massage work? 

During physical activity, metabolic waste builds up in the muscles and soft tissues which can cause tension, stiffness and dysfunction.  Sports massage is an intensive therapy which, by using fascial release techniques including massage techniques, Trigger Point, Muscle Energy Techniques and Soft Tissue Release, helps to break down congestion and increases blood flow; it realigns the connective tissue and muscles fibres improving muscular function and increasing joint mobility.  The increased blood flow speeds up the removal of waste products (flushing toxins) and delivers nutrients to the cells to aid repair and build muscle.  

We will start the treatment by discussing and assessing your problem so that we can work to heal the source of the problem rather than just the symptoms.  This is usually done over a course of 3-4 treatments over a period of time that suits you and your body.

See F&C's for further information