Sports, Remedial & Deep Tissue Massage
Our team of sports rehabilitators, sports therapists, chartered physiotherapists and massage therapists provide the very effective sports and deep tissue massage within our clinic in Didsbury.
Muscular tension is a common result of increased stress and strain through muscles and tendons throughout the body and the surrounding soft tissues.
Such tension may be acute or build up over a period of time led by a number of potential contributing factors such as:
– Prolonged static postures, particularly sitting at a desk or driving for a prolonged period
– Manual occupations involving labour intensive work such as repetitive lifting, bending, carrying and other sustained activities
– Physical activities and sports such as walking, running, lifting weights and other sporting and fitness activities
– Activities and lifestyles with periods of increased of anxiety, stress or fatigue
The general benefits of deep tissue and sports massage consist of:
Improved blood flow and circulation
Improved flexibility through muscles, tendons and surrounding soft tissues
Reduced oedema and swelling from trauma or injury
Reduced muscle tone and tension
Pain relief and management
Reduction of scar tissue and muscle adhesions
Increased recovery time from sports and exercise
Improved postural positioning
Increased joint mobility
Highlighting ‘problem’ areas that you may need to focus on recovery or rehab
Improved mood and elevated emotional state
