Soft tissue massage is regarded as one of the most powerful tools within sports injuries, healing process and maintaining physical conditions. 

Frequent massages to key muscle groups required during activity can help with injury healing but also can help with the recovery process after activity by helping drain any waste products form muscles through the lymphatic system, speeding up recovery time and reducing the changes of Delayed Onset of Muscle Soreness (DOMS).

Massage can also achieve the following:

• Release tension, tightness and soreness within muscles
• Increase range of movement and mobility
• Provide pain relief
• Promote relaxation and reduce stress 
• Improves circulation, delivering more oxygen and nutrients to the muscles while removing waste products
• Improved concentration
• Help prepare for a sporting challenge or goal you may have set yourself

Not all massage benefits are physical, it also comes with psychological benefits too.

Massage targets deeper layers of muscle and soft tissue, breaking down any adhesions and areas of tightness that may have built up throughout activity or following intense exercise. 

Types of massage that could be used during your appointment include:

• Therapeutic Massage - designed to increase circulation and relax any existing muscle tension. Is great for pain relief and facilitating the healing process in injured tissues
• Sports/Deep Tissue Massage - designed to relieve muscle spasm and trigger points that develop within muscle tissue, as well as release tension within connective tissue.
• Deep Transverse Frictions - used within tendon and ligament issues where the tissues build up scar tissue, using deep repetitive pressure over the affected area. Helps with speedier recovery from scarred tissues.