Sports massage for specific sports: What to expect...
- Jacque
- Apr 25, 2023
- 2 min read
Are you an athlete or need a sports massage for a specific sport?
If so, taking the time to find the right therapist that knows how to apply a targeted sports massage can mean the difference between success and failure on the field. While many think of sports massage as a luxurious spa experience, there is far more about it than that. Here’s what you should know about a sports massage.
What is Sports Massage?
Sports massage therapy is a dynamic combination of certain traditional massage techniques and modern sports science approaches such as stretching and range of motion exercises that are designed to help athletes heal, recover, and stay in top shape. It can be used before, during, and after physical exercise or performance to keep the body and muscles relaxed and ready for activity.
Benefits
Sports massage therapy is both therapeutic and beneficial; several key benefits are improved performance, prevention of injury and relief of post-sporting activity soreness. This type of massage helps rebuild muscle damage, remove toxins, promotes an increased range of motion and corrects imbalances without overstretching. For those participating in long-distance events or marathon runners, routine sports massage can also reduce fatigue, enhance recovery and possibly improve their overall performance.
Additional Benefits
Sports massage can assist in restoring lost flexibility and will help increase circulation, and stimulate nerve endings, ultimately allowing for faster healing of injuries. Additionally, sports massage can break down adhesions, and scar tissue, and allow for better fibre alignment.
How Does Sports Massage Feel?
A sports massage usually involves a lot of manipulation, rubbing, kneading, and will go no further than necessary to be effective. Your sports massage therapist should assess your needs, discuss them with you, and prepare and apply the appropriate massage techniques to your body. Generally, the pressure of the massage will be much lighter than a deep tissue massage, however, this type of massage should not be painful.
At Body Beautiful NI, I provide tailored consultations and treatments for all levels of a sportsperson, so you can rest assured that you are in the best possible care for your sports massage needs. So if you’re looking for help recovering from a sports-related injury, improving your overall performance, or greater range of movement, be sure to give me a call! 📞
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