Whether you're a professional athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply passionate about staying active, your body deserves the highest level of care. Sports Massage is a powerful tool designed not just for recovery, but for performance enhancement and injury prevention.

Our Sports Massage treatments are tailored to meet your needs and physical demands. Our experienced therapists combine soft tissue techniques with targeted therapeutic approaches to help you move better, feel stronger, and recover faster.

What is Sports Massage?

Sports massage involves the application of targeted soft tissue techniques designed to maximise performance, aid injury prevention, and support recovery. This treatment works to reduce resting muscle tension, enhance joint mobility, improve blood circulation, and accelerate the healing of stressed or damaged muscles, tissues, and joints - helping to prevent future injuries.

Importantly, sports massage isn’t just for athletes or active individuals - it benefits anyone in need of soft tissue care, regardless of age, gender, or fitness level.

Types of Sports Massage

Sports massage can be adapted to meet different needs depending on your activity level, training goals, or recovery requirements. Here are the main types:

1. Pre-Event Massage

A short, stimulating massage performed 15–45 minutes before activity. Focused on warming up muscles, enhancing circulation, and preparing the body for peak performance while minimising the risk of injury.

2. Post-Event Massage

Administered within a few hours after activity or competition to aid recovery. It helps flush out toxins, reduce muscle soreness (DOMS), and restore flexibility, promoting faster healing.

3. Maintenance Massage

Regular sessions scheduled throughout training cycles. These focus on maintaining optimal muscle condition, addressing minor issues before they become major problems, and improving overall performance and recovery time.

4. Rehabilitation Massage

Targeted therapy used as part of injury recovery. This type of massage supports the healing process by improving circulation to injured tissues, reducing scar tissue, and restoring normal function and mobility.

• Enhanced Performance - Increase flexibility, improve muscle function, and gain a competitive edge

• Faster Recovery - Reduce muscle soreness, clear metabolic waste, and speed up the recovery process after training or competition

• Injury Prevention - Identify and address muscle imbalances, tightness, and weakness before they lead to injury

• Pain Relief - Alleviate chronic aches and pains associated with sports, repetitive strain, or training fatigue

• Increased Mobility - Improve your range of motion and overall joint health, allowing for smoother, more efficient movement

Which Type of Sports Massage is Right for You?

Choosing the right type of sports massage depends on your activity level, training schedule, and recovery goals. Here’s a quick guide:

Participants & Competing Athletes

• Pre-Event Massage to prepare muscles for optimal performance on event day
• Post-Event Massage to reduce muscle soreness and speed up recovery after long event or competitions

Strength Athletes & Gym Enthusiasts

• Maintenance Massage to address muscle tightness, improve flexibility, and prevent strain from repetitive lifting or high-intensity training
• Rehabilitation Massage if recovering from strains, tendon issues, or joint stress

Office Workers & Those with Sedentary Jobs

• Maintenance Massage to relieve chronic tension in the back, neck, and shoulders caused by prolonged sitting or poor posture
• Rehabilitation Massage for existing issues like tension headaches, lower back pain, or repetitive strain injuries

Team Sport Players

• Pre-Event Massage to prime the body for high-intensity movement
• Post-Event Massage to support recovery after games or intense training sessions
• Maintenance Massage throughout the season to maintain mobility and resilience

General Active Lifestyle

• Maintenance Massage is ideal for anyone engaged in regular exercise or an active lifestyle, helping to prevent injuries and keep you moving at your best, regardless of fitness level

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Call: 0121 517 1595

Email: info@midlandphysio.co.uk

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