Sports Massage

Frequently Asked Questions

How is sports massage different from other types of therapeutic massage?

In sports massage we use more firmer and deeper techniques than other types of Massage.
We make more use of frictioning techniques, which involve applying deep pressure to tissues repeatedly to break down adhesions (sticky bits on tendons) and soften scar tissue.
Some sports massage techniques are designed to reduce an injury back to its acute stage in order to trigger the bodies natural healing response

Does sports massage therapy hurt?

A sports massage needs to be applied deeper to manipulate muscle tissue more effectively. This can induce a deeper relaxation although at the time some techniques (not all) may border on the uncomfortable.
Some techniques need to be applied deeply (requiring a therapist with strong thumbs) but not so deep that your muscles tense up. This is pointless and of little benefit as the we are then working against the body not with the body.

How do I know sports massage is safe?

Before having a massage we will check to see if you have any contraindications. A contraindication is simply something that means you should not be given a massage or it could be seriously harmful. Contraindications include:

Open wounds
Muscle ruptures
Tendon ruptures
Contusions
Burns, Chilblains and Broken bones
Periostitis
Rheuatoid Arthritis and Gout
Bursitis
Myositis ossificans
Infections of the skin and soft tissue
Thrombosis
Artificial blood vessels
Bleeding disorders such as heamophillia
Tumours

Absolutely anything else you are not sure of!

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