Sports Massage
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Sports (or injury) massage is one of the most effective ways to maintain and protect the body from aches, pains and injuries. It focuses on the soft tissue and is firmer and more targeted than other types of massage.
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Sports massage is great for anyone with a specific injury or under-lying pain and those who wish to prevent injury, including athletes, gym-goers or even those that spend a lot of time at their desks.
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The massage will vary from person to person depending on what their injuries or aggravations are. The therapist will focus on a specific area, or areas, of the body once an initial assessment has been carried out.
There are two main benefits of sports massage:
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Restoration - Reduce muscle tension, improve exercise performance and prevent injuries
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Rehabilitation - Alleviate pain from an injury and return the affected tissue to normal
Deep Tissue Massage
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Deep tissue massage is a full body massage aimed at realigning the deeper layers of connective and muscle tissue. It releases chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the tense areas.
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Deep tissue massages work by breaking up scar tissue and breaking down muscle adhesions which are the “knots” that we feel in our muscles that can inhibit our circulation and cause pain and inflammation.
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Deep tissue massages have benefits for both your physical and mental health, such as:
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Stress relief
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Reduces pain and inflammation (including headaches)
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Lowers blood pressure and heart rate
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Breaks up scar tissue and makes movement easier
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Reduces arthritis symptoms
Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage
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This treatment uses classic massage techniques to relax the body and mind, and reduce tension in muscles of the back, neck and shoulders.
It’s ideal for office/home workers who are desk-based and for anyone feeling tension and/or suffering from headaches.
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The main benefits of this relaxing massage are:
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Relief from pain, eg headaches and back pain
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Improved blood and lymph circulation
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Increased energy levels
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The release of endorphins, the body's feel-good hormones
Pregnancy Massage
Pregnancy can be a wonderful experience. However, it also means a lot of changes for the female body. These changes can put extra pressure on joints and muscles. In turn this can cause musculoskeletal symptoms which can be uncomfortable or even painful. These symptoms most often affect the mother in the third trimester but they can occur in the first or second trimesters or continue after giving birth.
Pregnancy massage differs to sports and deep tissue massage, mainly because of the positioning. A side lying position is used mainly to reach areas and maintain a safe and comfortable position.
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Pressure which would normally be applied is a lot less, more gentle and soothing strokes are used.
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Benefits of massage during pregnancy include:
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Reduces stress.
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Reduces joint and muscle pain.
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Improves sleep quality.
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Reduces swelling.
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Reduces headaches.
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Helps with postural changes.
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Boosts your mood.
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