Sports Massage
Sports massage is an effective therapy for releasing muscle
tension and restoring balance to the musculo-skeletal system.
The manipulation and rehabilitation of muscles, ligaments and
tendons in order to enhance the functions of the body, such
as movement and performance, can assist in correcting
problems and imbalances that are caused by repetitive and
strenuous physical activity.
And it is not only for those with sports injuries: it is also
suitable for anyone who needs a deep tissue massage to
relieve muscle tension or discomfort caused by work related
repetitive movements, such as computer use or general
physical activity.
Its reported benefits include an increase in the range of
motion for joints, increased flexibility, decreased muscle
tension, reduced recovery time between workouts, reduced
chance of injury, the reduction of lactic acid build-up after
exercise and help in reducing headaches.
Three massage techniques are at the core of a sports
massage:
Effleurage
A succession of rhythmic stroking movements following body
contours using the palm of the hand and fingers. Starting out
with a light touch at the start of a session, it builds to deeper
pressure later in the massage. It is used at the start and end
of a sports massage session.
Petrissage
Generally used in the middle of a sports massage after the
effleurage has warmed and relaxed the tissues, deep
pressure is applied to muscles and other tissues through
circular manipulations alternated with Kneading, squeezing,
pushing or grasping the muscle tissue. It is employed on
deeper tissues and uses the hand, fingertips, thumb,
forearm or knuckles for mobilising fluids, stretching muscle
fibres, and inducing relaxation.
Frictions
Using the balls of the thumbs, the muscle is moved against
the bone using circular movements, penetrating down to
the deeper tissues. It is used for exploratory purposes, or
for deeper movements aimed at breaking down lesions,
separating muscle fibres, and even breaking down recent
scar tissue.
We offer full 1 hour full body or half-hour upper or lower
body sports massages at both clinics with a special rate
offered for pre-booked courses of 5 sessions.
A half body sports massage is also an integral element of
some of our personal training packages.
Alex Hansford & Will Crocker are members of the
Register of Exercise Professionals
tension and restoring balance to the musculo-skeletal system.
The manipulation and rehabilitation of muscles, ligaments and
tendons in order to enhance the functions of the body, such
as movement and performance, can assist in correcting
problems and imbalances that are caused by repetitive and
strenuous physical activity.
And it is not only for those with sports injuries: it is also
suitable for anyone who needs a deep tissue massage to
relieve muscle tension or discomfort caused by work related
repetitive movements, such as computer use or general
physical activity.
Its reported benefits include an increase in the range of
motion for joints, increased flexibility, decreased muscle
tension, reduced recovery time between workouts, reduced
chance of injury, the reduction of lactic acid build-up after
exercise and help in reducing headaches.
Three massage techniques are at the core of a sports
massage:
Effleurage
A succession of rhythmic stroking movements following body
contours using the palm of the hand and fingers. Starting out
with a light touch at the start of a session, it builds to deeper
pressure later in the massage. It is used at the start and end
of a sports massage session.
Petrissage
Generally used in the middle of a sports massage after the
effleurage has warmed and relaxed the tissues, deep
pressure is applied to muscles and other tissues through
circular manipulations alternated with Kneading, squeezing,
pushing or grasping the muscle tissue. It is employed on
deeper tissues and uses the hand, fingertips, thumb,
forearm or knuckles for mobilising fluids, stretching muscle
fibres, and inducing relaxation.
Frictions
Using the balls of the thumbs, the muscle is moved against
the bone using circular movements, penetrating down to
the deeper tissues. It is used for exploratory purposes, or
for deeper movements aimed at breaking down lesions,
separating muscle fibres, and even breaking down recent
scar tissue.
We offer full 1 hour full body or half-hour upper or lower
body sports massages at both clinics with a special rate
offered for pre-booked courses of 5 sessions.
A half body sports massage is also an integral element of
some of our personal training packages.
Alex Hansford & Will Crocker are members of the
Register of Exercise Professionals