Enhancing Athletic Performance and Recovery
What is Sports Massage Therapy?
Specialised massage for enhancing athletic performance and recovery from injuries.
Benefits:
- Improves flexibility and range of motion.
- Enhances blood circulation.
- Reduces muscle tension and pain.
- Speeds up recovery from injuries.
- Provides psychological benefits (reduces stress, anxiety, fatigue).
Techniques:
- Effleurage: Long, sweeping strokes to warm up muscles.
- Petrissage: Kneading and squeezing to relieve tension.
- Friction: Deep pressure to break down scar tissue.
- Tapotement: Rhythmic tapping to stimulate muscle activity.
- Trigger Point Therapy: Relieves pain in specific tight areas.
When we Use it:
- Pre-event preparation: Warm-up, increase flexibility, reduce injury risk.
- Post-event recovery: Reduce soreness, improve circulation, relax.
- Rehabilitation: Reduce inflammation, improve mobility, speed healing.
- General maintenance: Prevent injuries, reduce tension, improve performance.
