Sports massage is a popular treatment at The Wells Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic, and for good reason! It involves the deep manipulation of soft tissue, often in a specific area.
While sports massage is effective at easing post-exercise pain and soreness, it isn’t only for athletes. If you’re looking to enhance your general wellbeing, the therapy is an excellent preventative treatment that supports optimal muscle health and can also be used to relax the musculoskeletal system.
Studies indicate sports massage offers various benefits, including:
PAIN RELIEF
Massage encourages the release of endorphins – a hormone known as the body’s natural ‘pain reliever’.
ENHANCED RECOVERY
Working into muscles and tissue aids in removing metabolic waste products, accelerating recovery and promoting healing.
INCREASED FLEXIBILITY
Massage stretches muscles, releasing pressure and enhancing flexibility.
REDUCED MUSCLE SORENESS
By improving blood flow to muscles, massage can aid in preventing and relieving delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).
IMPROVED BLOOD CIRCULATION
Massage widens blood vessels, enhancing nutrient and oxygen delivery to cells.
SCAR TISSUE BREAKDOWN
Massage promotes the breakdown of scar tissue that has developed following a previous injury, helping lower future injury risk.
RELAXATION
Heat generated during the massage helps unwind muscles and melt away tension.
Unlike other treatments at The Wells Physiotherapy & Sports Clinic, you don’t need to attend an initial consultation before receiving a sports massage. To find out more and book a session, please call
Sports massage: £70 for 50 minutes